Posting number: 0836-0926
Department: Information Services Department
Job classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Posting type: Open
Categories: IT and Computers
(Employees who have not completed their INITIAL probationary period are not eligible).
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5:00 PM on September 22, 2026. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established.
Note: This job description is currently being updated and is under review for final approval.
In Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the right person to serve as Information Technology Technician in the Business Systems division of the Information Technology Services Department.
The ideal candidate for this role should possess a mix of technical skills, problem-solving ability, and strong customer focus, backed by one year of hands-on experience in software development and application support. They should be skilled in Windows OS, Python, Java, ASP.NET, and C#, with a solid understanding of databases, ETL processes, and SSRS reporting. The candidate should also have experience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting business applications, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. Excellent communication skills and a customer-first mindset are required to provide effective support and ensure a positive user experience. Finally, the candidate must demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and staying up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in IT and application support.
The Information Technology Services (ITS) Department provides essential internal services to all City departments through the integration of people, processes and technology to increase efficiencies and effectiveness, serving as the technology foundation that enables the City to function securely and reliably. We recognize the importance of partnering with City departments to develop technology solutions that are innovative, secure, reliable, cost effective and scalable. We believe in the concept of future proofing these solutions to ensure a sustainable working model that continues to deliver successful results. Information Services is organized into three divisions: Technology Engagement & Support, Business Applications and Infrastructure Systems. Additional responsibilities such as administration, cyber security, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and public safety are distributed equally throughout the department.
Under close supervision, the Information Technology Technician learns and performs a variety of entry and intermediate-level technical duties in support of minicomputer systems, local and wide area networks, and associated peripheral equipment.
The Information Technology Technician series consists of Information Technology Technician, Senior Information Technology Technician, and Lead Information Technology Technician. While the work may be similar, the distinction amongst levels is determined according to the complexity of the work assigned, the range of supervision needed, and the expertise required to perform the work at the designated level.
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Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination includes:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate. College-level coursework (minimum 30 semester units) in computer science or other related field preferred. Associate’s degree in computer science or other closely related field desirable.
Experience: One (1) year of experience working with computer hardware including desktops, laptops, tablets, mobile devices, networking equipment, printers, and configuration of said hardware and associated software.
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
Must be able to respond to emergency services call out.
Must pass a comprehensive background investigation.
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
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The City of Huntington Beach is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in northwestern Orange County, 40 miles south of Los Angeles and 90 miles north of San Diego. As the fourth largest city in Orange County, with a population near 200,000 residents, Huntington Beach is known as “Surf City USA” due to its abundance of beaches, sunny, warm Mediterranean climate and casual lifestyle. Huntington Beach covers 28 square miles of land, 26 square miles of water, and is the 24th largest city in California. With more than 8 miles of uninterrupted beach along the Pacific Ocean, the City also plays host to an annual visitor population of over 11 million people, especially during the summer, special events and weekends.
Founded in the late 1880s, Huntington Beach was incorporated as a Charter City in 1909. Huntington Beach has a City Council/ City Manager form of government. The City Council has seven members who are elected at large, on a non-partisan basis, to four-year overlapping terms. City Council members are limited to two consecutive 4-year terms. There are three elected department heads - the City Attorney, City Clerk and City Treasurer. The position of Mayor is filled on a rotating basis.
The City of Huntington Beach is organized into 11 major departments, including Administrative Services, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager, City Treasurer, Community Development, Community & Library Services, Finance, Fire, Police, and Public Works.
The City has approximately 1,600 full and part-time employees and a total budget of approximately $345 Million
