Advanced Systems Engineer - AI Focused

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Advanced Systems Engineer - AI Focused

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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.
Open & Continuous Recruitment: This recruitment is Open and Continuous. Applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for an open and continuous recruitment may be closed at any time after it has been open for at least two weeks.

ABOUT THE POSITION

There is currently one (1) fulltime vacancy for an Advanced Systems Engineer (ASE) AI Focused, in theInformation, Services and Technology (IST) Department.

The County of Marin’s Information Services & Technology (IST) Innovation Team is seeking an AI-Focused Systems Engineer to design, build, and operationalize artificial intelligence solutions that improve public services, internal operations, and data-driven decision-making.

This role sits at the intersection of AI engineering, systems integration, and public-sector innovation, translating emerging technologies into practical, ethical, and scalable solutions for County departments.

Why This Role

• Work on high-impact civic problems across health, safety, housing, climate, and more
• Help shape how AI is responsibly used in local government
• Be part of a small, fast-moving innovation team inside a mission-driven organization

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, deploy, and maintain AI-enabled solutions and Microsoft 365 applications that support County operations and services
• Develop and integrate AI systems (e.g., machine learning models, LLM-powered tools, automation workflows) into existing enterprise platforms, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability
• Build and manage data pipelines and infrastructure to support AI/ML workloads, including data ingestion, transformation, and model deployment
• Configure and support Microsoft 365 tools and platforms (including Copilot, Power Platform—Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) to enhance productivity and decision-making
• Partner with County departments and cross-functional teams to identify use cases, define requirements, and deliver effective solutions
• Prototype, test, and pilot emerging technologies, translating innovative concepts into production-ready tools
• Monitor and evaluate AI systems for performance, accuracy, bias, transparency, and compliance with public-sector standards
• Support and implement governance, security, privacy, and responsible AI practices across AI and Microsoft 365 environments
• Provide end-user support, training, and documentation for deployed tools and solutions
• Maintain documentation of architectures, standards, and best practices, and stay current on emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement

ABOUT YOU

Our Highly Qualified Candidates have:

• Strong background in software engineering, data engineering, or systems engineering
• Experience building or deploying AI/ML systems in production environments

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data stacks
• Experience with APIs, microservices, and system integration
• Knowledge of LLMs, prompt engineering, or AI-assisted workflows (preferred)
• Understanding of responsible AI principles (bias, explainability, governance)
• Ability to translate technical concepts into practical solutions for non-technical stakeholders
• Interest in public service and civic impact

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:

• Application analysis, design, programming, testing, and debugging.
• Computer hardware platforms, operating systems, and middleware systems.
• Database design, management, and recovery; and data access.
• Principles and techniques of application and systems analysis and design.
• Evaluating and selecting software and working effectively with vendors to integrate solutions.
• Analyzing and resolving complex problems, including applications, and software integrations.
• Working effectively with clients, peers, and support teams to define business requirements, provide support for software and applications, and ensure that tasks are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to develop REST APIs in C#, Develop SQL objects including stored procedures, views, tables, other user-Defined Functions
• Ability to design, develop, and deploy web APIs and MVC web applications
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical clients or stakeholders.

Familiarity with:

• Records management and documentation principles and standards.
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility.
• Information Security Principles.
• Business processes, operating practices, and the organizational structure of a public-sector agency.
• Database design, management, and recovery; and data access.
• Application architecture and associated communication protocols

Ability to:

• Analyze and resolve application, software, and system integration issues.
• Design, develop, test, and implement applications using programming languages, databases, middleware, and web services.
• Evaluate, select, and integrate software solutions in collaboration with vendors and internal teams.
• Develop and document system designs that meet defined business and technical requirements.
• Research, recommend, and implement technology solutions that improve efficiency, functionality, and user experience.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with clients, peers, and support teams to ensure timely, high-quality results.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any four-year 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.

Special Sub-class Recruitments: Recruitments for positions in this class may be conducted according to the program or department in which a vacancy exists and the special certificates, licenses and/or experience requirements of the position.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
LiveScan:
Candidates selected may be subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff's Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please Colleen Beck contact at colleen.beck @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.
Hybrid schedule: The IST Department has embraced a hybrid work schedule that considers that some duties of this position may be performed remotely. However, the successful candidate must be able to report to County facilities and/or 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.

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 County's 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.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$109,531.50 - $131,176.50 Annually