Class Description and Minimum Qualifications for I5E - Electronics Specialist

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Class Description

Valid as of: July 1, 2020

This class series uses five levels in the Physical Sciences and Engineering occupational group and describes the operation, maintenance, installation, and planning for electronic equipment and devices. The work includes design, testing, repair, and modifications to new or existing electronic equipment and the related support to these systems. Work may include establishing contractual support, calibrating and certifying equipment, maintaining precision measuring equipment, diagnosing and troubleshooting electronic component issues, maintaining electronics inventory, processing surplus electronics for repair or disposal, and/or project design or management for installation or repair of electronic equipment. Work may include data management of electronic equipment; performing downloads and uploads of equipment data; and retrieving, retaining, reviewing and compiling equipment records. The work may also entail providing technical expertise and support services to state and non-state customers for electronic services or equipment, and training and certifying others to use the equipment. Areas of specialization may include security systems, physical access control systems, electronic door locks, fire alarm/fire suppression systems, building automation equipment, emergency power generation systems, HVAC electronic systems/controls, traffic signals/devices, air monitoring equipment, breath alcohol testing equipment, or medical/dental equipment. For positions with a narrower telecommunications focus, utilize the Telecommunications Specialist class series.

I5E1IX ELECTRONICS SPECIALIST INTERN

Concept of Class

This class describes the entry level. Work is designed to train positions for a higher level in the class series. Although tasks are similar to those of the first-working level, assignments are structured and performed with direction and assistance from others. Positions carry out established work processes and operations by learning to apply and follow procedures, techniques, rules, and regulations. Once training has been completed, the position is to be moved to the next level. Positions should not remain in this class indefinitely.

I5E2TX ELECTRONICS SPECIALIST I

Concept of Class

This class describes the first-working level. Positions at this level install, operate, troubleshoot, and repair electronic equipment. The work entails responding to work orders or requests for service, working with customers to identify problems or faults, and then completing repairs or ordering necessary parts. Positions record actions taken to solve problems and may initiate billing for services. Positions operate necessary test equipment and maintain tools and supplies.

Factors

Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.

Decision Making

The decisions regularly made are at the defined level, as described here. Within limits prescribed by the operation, choices involve selecting alternatives that affect the manner and speed with which tasks are carried out. These choices do not affect the standards or results of the operation itself because there is typically only one correct way to carry out the operation. These alternatives include independent choice of such things as priority and personal preference for organizing and processing the work, proper tools or equipment, speed, and appropriate steps in the operation to apply. By nature, the data needed to make decisions can be numerous but are clear and understandable so logic is needed to apply the prescribed alternative. Positions can be taught what to do to carry out assignments and any deviation in the manner in which the work is performed does not change the end result of the operation. For example, positions follow established procedures and checklists in repairing equipment.

Complexity

The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is patterned, as described here. Positions study electronic fault or problem information to determine what it means and how it fits together in order to get practical solutions in the form of operations or repairs to failures. Guidelines in the form of technical repair manuals exist for most situations. Judgment is needed in locating and selecting the most appropriate of these guidelines which may change for varying circumstances as the task is repeated. This selection and interpretation of guidelines involves choosing from alternatives where all are correct but one is better than another depending on the given circumstances of the situation. For example, positions select the most appropriate replacement equipment from available inventory.

Line/Staff Authority

The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as an individual contributor. The individual contributor may explain work processes and train others. The individual contributor may serve as a resource or guide by advising others on how to use processes within a system or as a member of a collaborative problem-solving team.

I5E3XX ELECTRONICS SPECIALIST II

Concept of Class

This class describes the fully-operational level. In addition to the work described by the lower levels, positions in this level decide when and how installation and repair actions will occur. The work includes a variety of electronic maintenance activities. Positions are expected to use judgment in selecting or creating solutions to unusual problems or faults. The work entails modifications to existing equipment or installation of new types of devices requiring practical innovations for power, heat, or cooling requirements. This class differs from the Electronics Specialist I in the Decision Making factor.

Factors

Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.

Decision Making

The decisions regularly made are at the operational level, as described here. Within limits set by the specific process, choices involve deciding what operation is required to carry out the process. This includes determining how the operation will be completed. By nature, data needed to make decisions are numerous and variable so reasoning is needed to develop the practical course of action within the established process. Choices are within a range of specified, acceptable standards, alternatives, and technical practices. For example, positions decide what modifications are made and how the equipment will be installed.

Complexity

The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is patterned, as described here. Positions study technical drawings or fault isolation data to determine what it means and how it fits together in order to get practical solutions in the form of modifications or installations of equipment. Guidelines in the form of technical repair manuals or design drawings exist for most situations. Judgment is needed in locating and selecting the most appropriate of these guidelines which may change for varying circumstances as the task is repeated. This selection and interpretation of guidelines involves choosing from alternatives where all are correct but one is better than another depending on the given circumstances of the situation. For example, positions choose the appropriate project design based on building codes and equipment specifications.

Line/Staff Authority

I5E4XX ELECTRONICS SPECIALIST III

Concept of Class

This class describes the work leader or staff authority level. In addition to the work described by the previous class, positions in this level have work leader responsibilities over others. This may include assigning work, evaluating the quality of work performed, instructing and training on new equipment, or advising on equipment faults. This class also describes those positions functioning as agency authorities on a subject matter where managers and peers rely on the position for expert advice and consultation. This class differs from the Electronics Specialist II class in the Line/Staff Authority factor.

Factors

Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.

Decision Making

Complexity

Line/Staff Authority

The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as a work leader or staff authority. The work leader is partially accountable for the work product of two or more full-time equivalent positions, including timeliness, correctness, and soundness. At least one of the subordinate positions must be in the same series or at a comparable conceptual level. Typical elements of direct control over other positions by a work leader include assigning tasks, monitoring progress and work flow, checking the product, scheduling work, and establishing work standards. The work leader provides input into supervisory decisions made at higher levels, including signing leave requests and approving work hours. This level may include positions performing supervisory elements that do not fully meet the criteria for the next level in this factor.

The staff authority is a pacesetter who has a unique level of technical expertise in a field or profession that, as part of the assignment, is critical to the success of an agency. It is an essential component of the work assignment that has been delegated by management to the position. This authority directly influences management decisions within an agency. For example, management relies on such a position when making decisions regarding the direction that policy or a program should take in the staff authority's field of expertise. Managers and peers recognize and seek this level of technical guidance and direction regarding the application of a program or system within the agency or to its clients.

I5E5XX ELECTRONICS SPECIALIST IV

Concept of Class

This class describes the supervisory level. Positions at this level have responsibility for establishing installation, maintenance, or operating processes used by others. The work also includes responsibility for decisions which affect the pay, status, or tenure of others. This class differs from the Electronics Specialist III in the Decision Making factor and possibly in the Line/Staff Authority factor.

Factors

Allocation must be based on meeting all of the three factors as described below.

Decision Making

The decisions regularly made are at the process level, as described here. Within limits set by professional standards, the agency's available technology and resources, and program objectives and regulations established by a higher management level, choices involve determining the process, including designing the set of operations. For example, positions decide operations on obtaining parts or equipment, levels of service, preventative maintenance practices, and/or training provided to customers. The general pattern, program, or system exists but must be individualized. This individualization requires analysis of data that is complicated. Analysis is breaking the problem or case into parts, examining these parts, and reaching conclusions that result in processes. This examination requires the application of known and established theory, principles, conceptual models, professional standards, and precedents in order to determine their relationship to the problem. For example, positions apply professional standards to project designs and installation of electronics equipment. New processes or objectives require approval of higher management or the agency with authority and accountability for the program or system.

Complexity

The nature of, and need for, analysis and judgment is patterned, as described here. Positions study designs, program requirements, or equipment technical specification information to determine what it means and how it fits together in order to get practical solutions in the form of work processes or support services to state agencies. Guidelines in the form of allocated budgets, purchase requests, and industry standards exist for most situations. Judgment is needed in locating and selecting the most appropriate of these guidelines which may change for varying circumstances as the task is repeated. This selection and interpretation of guidelines involves choosing from alternatives where all are correct but one is better than another depending on the given circumstances of the situation.

Line/Staff Authority

The direct field of influence the work of a position has on the organization is as a unit supervisor, a staff authority, or an individual contributor. The unit supervisor is accountable, including signature authority, for actions and decisions that directly impact the pay, status, and tenure of three or more full-time equivalent positions. At least one of the subordinate positions must be in the same series or at a comparable conceptual level. The elements of formal supervision must include providing documentation to support recommended corrective and disciplinary actions, signing performance plans and appraisals, and resolving informal grievances. Positions start the hiring process, interview applicants, and recommend hire, promotion, or transfer.

NOTE: Staff Authority and Individual Contributor positions at this level must have Decision Making at the Process level.

Entrance Requirements

Minimum entry requirements and general competencies for classes in this series are contained in the class minimum qualifications document.

For purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), the essential functions of specific positions are identified in the position description questionnaires and job analyses.

History of Changes Made to Class Description

The following is a summary of changes made to this class description.

Effective July 1, 2020: System Maintenance Study. Moved Telecommunications to a separate class series.
Effective June 30, 2015 (Factors): Updated and removed the purpose of contact.
Effective July 1, 2002: PSE System Maintenance Study. Broadened series description of work to electronics specialist from narrower telecommunications/electronics specialist. Changed class series title from Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist to Electronics Specialist. Published as proposed 5/15/2002.
Effective September 1, 1993: Job Evaluation System Revision project. Published as proposed 6/1/1993, 2/1/1994.
Effective September 1, 1988: Changed titles, options, nature of work, and entrance requirements, Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist (A2550-54).
Effective July 1, 1986: Changed relationships, Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist (A2550-54).
Effective July 1, 1984: Changed relationships, Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist (A2550-53).
Effective July 1, 1982: Changed relationships, Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist (A2550-54), Telephone and Wire Services Specialist (A2560).
Effective February 1, 1980: Changed options and overtime status, Senior Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist (A2553).
January 1, 1975: Created Telecommunications/Electronics Specialist (A2550-54), Telephone and Wire Services Specialist (A2560).

Summary of Factor Ratings

Class Level	Decision Making	Complexity	Line/Staff Authority
Electronics Specialist Intern	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electronics Specialist I	Defined	Patterned	Individual Contributor
Electronics Specialist II	Operational	Patterned	Individual Contributor
Electronics Specialist III	Operational	Patterned	Work Leader or Staff Authority
Electronics Specialist IV	Process	Patterned	Unit Supervisor, Staff Authority, or Individual Contributor (Note: Staff Authority and Individual Contributor positions at this level must have Decision Making at the Process level.)

Issuing Authority:

Department of Personnel & Administration

Minimum Qualifications

Valid as of: March 4, 2024

This document includes the following levels:

Class Title	Class Code
Electronics Specialist Intern	I5E1IX
Electronics Specialist I	I5E2TX
Electronics Specialist II	I5E3XX
Electronics Specialist III	I5E4XX
Electronics Specialist IV	I5E5XX

History of Changes Made to Minimum Qualification

The following is a summary of changes made to this minimum qualification.

March 4, 2024 (Whole Document)

New format (updating to adhere to accessibility standards)
Updated minimum qualifications to align with the Skills-based Hiring initiative

July 1, 2020 (Whole Document)

New format.

July 1, 2020 (I5E2TX, I5E3XX, I5E4XX, I5E5XX)

Decreased experience requirement by one year.

July 1, 2020 (I5E1IX)

Removed minimum qualifications and substitutions because of 2019 system maintenance study.

Oct. 18, 2017 (Whole Document)

Made grammatical changes -removed the ‘technical’ language from experience requirements.

Sept. 1, 2017 (Whole Document)

Part of the 2017 MQ Project
New format
Standardized language and made the substitution statements consistent with a year-for-year methodology.
Conditions of Employment/Special qualifications should be removed and can be addressed at the time of posting if the job analysis and position description support the addition.
Removed language referring to “certain positions within this class may require”. Special qualifications can appear as a Special Qualification in the job posting, if justified in the position description and job analysis.

Class Description and Minimum Qualifications for I5E - Electronics Specialist