The Job
The Innovation and Technology Department is accepting applications for Computer Operator III. Duties include operating the enterprise mainframe and print environment. Managing the enterprise scheduling platform. Providing service desk functions such as request routing, escalation, and working with after-hours support. Monitoring of the County's enterprise systems, servers, and data center.
This is the advanced working level in the Computer Operator series. Incumbents perform the most complex computer functions and are expected to independently operate, on a rotating basis, the master console, coordinate associated peripheral equipment, and resolve technical problems encountered.
For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the Computer Operator III job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS! To review job specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU). The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.
Availability: Incumbents are required to be available to work ALL SHIFTS, which includes day, swing, night, rotating, weekends, and holidays. The County pays an hourly differential for those employees working night shifts.
Physical Requirements: Duties may involve lifting up to fifty (50) pounds; bending, stooping, and kneeling.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.Minimum Requirements REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of full-time experience operating an IBM Mainframe or Microsoft Windows Server environment.
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REQUIRED EDUCATION: Nine (9) semester (14 quarter) units of completed coursework from an accredited** college/university in data processing, computer operations, programming or a closely related field. A list of coursework must be submitted if an Associate's degree has not been conferred.
EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION: One (1) additional year of qualifying experience may substitute for the required education. Possession of a Systems Z certificate or Microsoft Server Certificate may substitute for the required education. A legible copy of the Systems Z or Microsoft Server certificate must be submitted by attaching it to your application.
**Qualifying degrees and coursework must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.
Desired Qualifications Experience or knowledge with a high level of proficiency with the following is highly desired: IBM z/OS - HMC, Microsoft Windows Servers, VTAM/TCPIP commands, DB2 thread monitoring, IMS commands, SDSF Commands, CA-View, CA-UIM or Monitoring software, Data Center fire suppression, power, disk/tape mounting, tape library maintenance, cooling systems, and disaster recovery drills. Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure:
Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before 5:00 PM PT, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2026. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference:
Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Benefits
Technical & Inspection Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.