Systems Engineer - One-Year Fixed-Term (Innovations Team)

Systems Engineer - One-Year Fixed-Term (Innovations Team)

Salary

$105,319.50 - $126,145.50 Annually

Location

San Rafael, CA

Job Type

Full Time, Regular

Job Number

0961-26-10

Department

Information Services and Technology

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Vacancies

1

Weekly Schedule

37.5

Fixed Term Length

One-Year

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The County of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and adults of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.

Individuals with Disabilities

If you are a person with a disability and are unable to complete an online application or require an accommodation to participate in a recruitment, you must contact Human Resources at least five work days in advance of the testing step or interview. Please contact the Human Resources Staffing Division at (415) 473-2126 (CRS DIAL 711) .

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ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

ABOUT THE POSITION

There is currently one (1) fulltime, one-year, fixed-term vacancy for a Systems Engineer in the Information, Services and Technology (IST) Department.

The Systems Engineer supports the design, development, implementation, and adoption of innovative technology solutions that improve organizational efficiency, employee productivity, and service delivery. Working as part of the IST Innovation Team, this role helps departments identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, analytics, and emerging AI solutions.

The Systems Engineer partners with business stakeholders across departments to understand operational needs and assist with the delivery of digital solutions utilizing Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, business intelligence tools, and emerging artificial intelligence technologies. The position also supports countywide modernization, enablement, training, and technology adoption initiatives.

This is an entry-level position intended for individuals who are passionate about technology, business process improvement, data-driven decision making, and responsible AI innovation.

Remote Work Options: The IST Department has embraced a hybrid work schedule that recognizes some duties of this position may be performed remotely. Candidates must be able to work a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office and report to County facilities for meetings, work assignments, and/or disaster service work upon short notice, as needed and deemed appropriate. During the initial probationary period, the successful candidate may be required to work primarily onsite before establishing a hybrid work schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Solution Development & Automation

• Assist in the design, configuration, and support of solutions using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Automate and Power BI.
• Develop and maintain workflow automations that eliminate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Support low-code/no-code solution delivery efforts across County departments.
• Participate in requirements gathering, testing, deployment, and documentation activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automation, reporting, and digital solutions.

Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

• Build and maintain Power BI reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Assist departments in identifying meaningful metrics and performance indicators.
• Support data quality, validation, and reporting activities.
• Help translate business needs into actionable insights through data analysis and visualization.

AI & Emerging Technologies

• Support pilots and implementation efforts involving Microsoft Copilot, generative AI tools, and other emerging technologies.
• Assist in identifying practical use cases for AI that improve productivity and service delivery.
• Participate in AI governance, responsible AI practices, and technology evaluation activities.
• Research emerging technology trends and provide recommendations to the Innovation Team.

Work Modernization & Enablement

• Coordinate and support work modernization initiatives that improve collaboration, communication, knowledge management, and productivity.
• Assist in developing training materials, workshops, office hours, and adoption resources.
• Support organizational change management and user adoption programs.
• Facilitate technology enablement efforts across multiple departments and stakeholder groups.

Collaboration & Customer Engagement

• Work directly with departmental staff to understand business challenges and opportunities.
• Coordinate project activities, meetings, communications, and follow-up actions.
• Build effective relationships with partners across departments.
• Present ideas, recommendations, and technology solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Innovation Support

• Contribute to innovation pilots, proof-of-concepts, and experimentation efforts.
• Assist in documenting lessons learned, success metrics, and business outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and innovation frameworks.
• Help identify opportunities to scale successful solutions across the organization.

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of Microsoft Power Platform, including:
• Power Automate
• Power BI
• Power Apps (desired)
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 technologies including Teams, SharePoint, and Planner.
• Understanding of data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development concepts.
• Knowledge of business process mapping and workflow improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with AI, generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, and emerging automation technologies.
• Basic understanding of databases, APIs, and systems integration concepts.

Professional Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across departments.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Customer-service orientation with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Any combination of professional experience, certification, and/or relevant coursework that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities. Examples include:

• Twelve (12) semester units of coursework from an accredited program and in a discipline relevant to the assignment is equivalent to a full year of related professional experience.
• A completed certification program relevant to the assignment and knowledge and abilities necessary of the role.
• A training program with evidence of completion providing the knowledge and abilities necessary of the role.
• An internship and/or apprenticeship providing the required knowledge and abilities of the role.
• Relevant professional experience demonstrating knowledge and abilities necessary of the role.

Systems Engineer: Any two-year combination of professional experience, certification, and/or relevant coursework that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities.

Experience can include internship, academic project, volunteer, or professional experience involving:

• Technology implementation
• Business analysis
• Data analytics
• Process improvement
• Power Platform solutions
• AI or automation initiatives

Desired Qualifications

• Microsoft Power Platform fundamentals certification or willingness to obtain.
• Experience creating Power BI dashboards or Power Automate workflows.
• Exposure to generative AI platforms such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT Enterprise.

ABOUT YOU

Successful incumbents will demonstrate the ability to:

• Deliver practical technology solutions that create measurable business value.
• Translate business challenges into automation, analytics, and AI opportunities.
• Support countywide modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Coordinate enablement programs that increase adoption of technology solutions.
• Learn and apply new technologies rapidly while maintaining a focus on user experience and organizational outcomes.
• Foster innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across departments.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

LiveScan:

Candidates selected may be subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriffs Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Molly Ibarra at molly.ibarra@marincounty.gov

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL

Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin Countys Benefits Homepage.

Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

• IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Any combination of professional experience, certification, and/or relevant coursework that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities.

Examples include:

Twelve (12) semester units of coursework from an accredited program and in a discipline relevant to the assignment is equivalent to a full year of related professional experience. A completed certification program relevant to the assignment and knowledge and abilities necessary of the role. A training program with evidence of completion providing the knowledge and abilities necessary of the role. An internship and/or apprenticeship providing the required knowledge and abilities of the role. Relevant professional experience demonstrating knowledge and abilities necessary of the role.

Systems Engineer: Any two-year combination of professional experience, certification, and/or relevant coursework that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and abilities as listed in the class specification.

Please describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications. Your education and professional experience should also be reflected in the appropriate sections of the application.

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Instructions to Applicants for the Narrative Questions # 2-5

Please respond to the following questions, providing specific examples wherever possible. Relevant experience may come from employment, internships, academic projects, volunteer work, independent projects, or other applicable training and experience.

We recognize that this is an entry-level position and do not expect applicants to have professional experience in every technology or discipline described.

Describe your education, training, or hands-on experience with technology tools used for data analysis, reporting, workflow automation, or business process improvement.

Please identify the tools or technologies you have used (for example, Microsoft Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, Excel, SharePoint, or comparable platforms), describe how you used them, and indicate your level of involvement.

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Describe a project or experience in which you identified a problem or an opportunity to improve a process using technology. What was the problem, what approach did you take, what was your specific contribution, and what was the outcome?

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Describe your experience working with data to answer questions, identify trends, create reports, or support decision-making. What tools or methods did you use, and how did you ensure the information was accurate and useful?

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Describe an experience in which you worked with others to implement a solution, explain a technical concept, help someone learn a new technology, or support a change in how work was performed. What was your role, how did you approach the situation, and what was the result?

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