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McKean County Hiring Technology System Technician
McKean County Information Technology System Technician
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Information Technology System Technician located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.
Under the direction of the Information Technology Director, the primary objective of this role is to establish and maintain a secure information network system and infrastructure for the local county government. This includes providing technical support to departmental staff, addressing technology needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of all network-related functions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications are a plus.
Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Offering frontline support of technology end-users, encompassing application assistance, help desk services, and system access/security administration via Active Directory services.
- Supervising all telecommunication aspects, including LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), VPN (Virtual Private Network) and county telephone systems.
- Assisting in statewide implementation of state-mandated systems for all county government departments.
- Oversee Cybersecurity at all levels, including the implementation and management of cybersecurity protocols, firewalls, MFS, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and regular security audits to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats.
- Acting as the central coordinator of personal computers, serving as the primary point of vendor contact and providing internal expertise for all telecommunications. As part of the telecommunications expertise this would include network cameras (used for surveillance and monitoring), courtroom audio-video equipment (utilized for legal proceedings recording and broadcasting), virtualized infrastructure technologies (such as virtual machines and hypervisors for efficient resource management), and video conferencing solutions (for remote meetings and collaboration).
- Conducting support activities, including hardware and software installations, upgrades and troubleshooting.
- Install personal computers and peripherals while delivering user support services.
- Use of a personal vehicle to travel between county buildings in Smethport, PA, and to District Justice offices in Bradford, PA, and Kane, PA, as required for job-related duties. Mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with county policy.
Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, or send to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov. Additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, August 30th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday (weather permitting) from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, August 30th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
* The outdoor market is held each Friday from May through October (weather permitting; on very rainy days, we will relocate into the Riley Gallery (if available)). In November, the farmers market goes indoors for the winter market.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
451 PM EDT Thu Aug 29 2024
…STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT CENTRAL POTTER AND SOUTHWESTERN
TIOGA COUNTIES THROUGH 545 PM EDT…
At 450 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 14 miles west of Wellsboro to 27 miles south of
Wellsville. Movement was east-southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD…Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE…Radar indicated.
IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include…
Morris, Coudersport, Galeton, Leetonia, Denton Hill State Park,
Cherry Springs State Park, Lyman Run State Park, Leonard Harrison
State Park, Austin, Sweden Valley, and Ski Denton Ski Area.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
these storms pass.
Shapiro Administration Urges Responsible Designated Driving Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation (PennDOT) and Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), and safety partners gathered today at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center to urge motorists to celebrate responsibly ahead of the Labor Day holiday.
“Crashes involving impaired drivers are completely preventable,” said PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Larry Shifflet. “If your celebration this weekend includes alcohol or drugs, plan to get home safely. Choose a designated driver, choose to use a ride-share service or public transportation, but never choose to drive impaired.”
Over the Labor Day holiday weekend last year (Friday, September 1, 2023, through Monday, September 4, 2023) there were 1,189 crashes statewide, resulting in 20 fatalities and 892 injuries. 133 of those crashes were alcohol related, resulting in eight fatalities and 110 injuries; and 41 of those crashes were drug-related, resulting in five fatalities and 48 injuries.
McKean County Hiring Technology System Technician
McKean County Information Technology System Technician
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Information Technology System Technician located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.
Under the direction of the Information Technology Director, the primary objective of this role is to establish and maintain a secure information network system and infrastructure for the local county government. This includes providing technical support to departmental staff, addressing technology needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of all network-related functions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications are a plus.
Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Offering frontline support of technology end-users, encompassing application assistance, help desk services, and system access/security administration via Active Directory services.
- Supervising all telecommunication aspects, including LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), VPN (Virtual Private Network) and county telephone systems.
- Assisting in statewide implementation of state-mandated systems for all county government departments.
- Oversee Cybersecurity at all levels, including the implementation and management of cybersecurity protocols, firewalls, MFS, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and regular security audits to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats.
- Acting as the central coordinator of personal computers, serving as the primary point of vendor contact and providing internal expertise for all telecommunications. As part of the telecommunications expertise this would include network cameras (used for surveillance and monitoring), courtroom audio-video equipment (utilized for legal proceedings recording and broadcasting), virtualized infrastructure technologies (such as virtual machines and hypervisors for efficient resource management), and video conferencing solutions (for remote meetings and collaboration).
- Conducting support activities, including hardware and software installations, upgrades and troubleshooting.
- Install personal computers and peripherals while delivering user support services.
- Use of a personal vehicle to travel between county buildings in Smethport, PA, and to District Justice offices in Bradford, PA, and Kane, PA, as required for job-related duties. Mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with county policy.
Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, or send to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov. Additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
Fr. Eric Vogt Memorial Fund awards its first grant distribution
St. Marys, PA: A golf tournament to benefit the Fr. Eric Vogt Memorial Fund, a donor advised fund administered by the Elk County Community Foundation, was recently held at the Bavarian Hills. Following the tournament, the first distribution from the fund was appropriately awarded to the Elk County Catholic High School baseball team, which Fr. Eric coached and developed over the years.
The purpose of the fund, which was established by Fr. Eric’s family, is to keep his name alive by supporting youth programs that foster education, mentorship, and personal development.
Rolling Roadblocks Next Week on Route 15 NB / SB in Liberty Township, Tioga County
Montoursville, PA – Motorists who travel Route 15 northbound and southbound in Liberty Township, Tioga County are advised that rolling roadblocks will take place next Wednesday between Exit 162 (Route 414 / Liberty / Morris) and Exit 158 (Route 284 / Buttonwood / English Center).
On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM, Rooney Line Construction, Inc., will be slowing traffic while pulling communication lines across the roadway. The contractor will be slowing traffic for approximately 15 minutes. There are two scheduled pulls.
Motorists should be alert, slow down, expect delays in travel, and drive with caution.
DEP to Conduct Mosquito Control in Tioga County
DEP will conduct operation in Westfield Township and Westfield and Knoxville Boroughs
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) Mosquito-Borne Disease Program will be conducting a truck mounted ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operation on August 28, 2024, in Tioga County in the following areas:
- Westfield Township
- Knoxville Borough
- Westfield Borough
Residential and recreational areas in these municipalities will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes. The control work will begin late evening on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, with a rain date of Thursday, August 29, 2024.
EROSION & SEDIMENTATION CONTROL IN OUR FORESTS WORKSHOP
The Conservation Districts of Cameron, Elk, McKean, Potter, and Tioga, in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), and Generations Forestry are sponsoring a day-long workshop for foresters, loggers, logging contractors, and private landowners.
The workshop will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the Wilcox Community Building, 320 Faries Street, Wilcox from 8 AM to 4 PM.
The workshop will cover: fundamentals for erosion control, permitting and stream considerations; planning before the harvest using the SFI Timber Harvest Checklist to plan a sustainable harvest; Best Management Practices (BMPs) and common site problems.
Professional credits are available for Continuing Education (PA Sustainable Forestry Initiative for an additional $20.00 fee. Workshop cost is $15.00 per person, which includes materials, refreshments, and lunch. Please pre-register for the course no later than October 10, 2024 through the SFI website: www.sfiofpa.org/register
McKean County Hiring Technology System Technician
McKean County Information Technology System Technician
McKean County is seeking qualified and highly motivated applicants for a full-time Information Technology System Technician located in Smethport, Pennsylvania.
Under the direction of the Information Technology Director, the primary objective of this role is to establish and maintain a secure information network system and infrastructure for the local county government. This includes providing technical support to departmental staff, addressing technology needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of all network-related functions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications are a plus.
Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Offering frontline support of technology end-users, encompassing application assistance, help desk services, and system access/security administration via Active Directory services.
- Supervising all telecommunication aspects, including LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), VPN (Virtual Private Network) and county telephone systems.
- Assisting in statewide implementation of state-mandated systems for all county government departments.
- Oversee Cybersecurity at all levels, including the implementation and management of cybersecurity protocols, firewalls, MFS, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and regular security audits to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats.
- Acting as the central coordinator of personal computers, serving as the primary point of vendor contact and providing internal expertise for all telecommunications. As part of the telecommunications expertise this would include network cameras (used for surveillance and monitoring), courtroom audio-video equipment (utilized for legal proceedings recording and broadcasting), virtualized infrastructure technologies (such as virtual machines and hypervisors for efficient resource management), and video conferencing solutions (for remote meetings and collaboration).
- Conducting support activities, including hardware and software installations, upgrades and troubleshooting.
- Install personal computers and peripherals while delivering user support services.
- Use of a personal vehicle to travel between county buildings in Smethport, PA, and to District Justice offices in Bradford, PA, and Kane, PA, as required for job-related duties. Mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with county policy.
Qualified candidates should apply by completing a McKean County job application and submitting a resume to Michele Jubon, Director of Human Resources, McKean County Courthouse, 500 West Main Street, Smethport, PA 16749, or send to mmjubon@mckeancountypa.gov. Additional details are available in the Human Resources Department at the Courthouse. McKean County is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
PITT-BRADFORD RECOGNIZED AS A BEST-IN-THE-MID-ATLANTIC COLLEGE
BRADFORD, Pa. The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford has been named to The Princeton Review’s “2025 Best Colleges: Region by Region.” This is the 21st consecutive year that the education services company has recognized the university.
“We are happy to be recognized for the 21st year, which is a testament to our dedicated faculty and staff who support and inspire our students, empowering them to succeed,” said Rick Esch, president of the university.
UPMC Surgeon: Is Breast Surgery Right for You?
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Thousands of women each year report looking and feeling better and having more confidence as a result of breast surgery. Whether you want a cosmetic change to improve feelings about your appearance, you want the size of your breasts reduced to address back pain and other medical concerns, or you want breast reconstruction to address a birth defect or the results of breast cancer treatment, breast surgery can help you reach these goals.
