Information Technology Outlook in Florida?

Question

My wife and I are thinking about moving to Florida. I am wondering if anybody has any information on the job growth outlook for Information Technology (namely Networks) in the Tampa-St. Pete or Jacksonville areas? I've endlessly searched the net but have come up empty.

Thanks

Answer 1

Tampa is a City regrowing, by standards Tampa has a low cost per foot for office space. So a lot of companies look at Tampa for new offices.

Below
The first link is a good Companie to contact and inquire their thoughts.
The Second link is j Hillsborough county job openings give you an idea about what the county offers as far as pay and qualifications, and maybe you job lead....

Software Specialist II
( SQL Server )
Class Code 0574-S

Major Duties

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

* Installs and configures database servers, storage area networks, clustering and replication software, management tools, and related software.
* Provides ongoing operational support for database servers, storage area networks, clustering and replication software.
* Troubleshoots application and database issues and system slow-downs, monitors event logs, disk and server utilization.
* Configures and maintains database backup procedures, tests database restore capabilities; plans and implements disaster recovery procedures.
* Ensures system reliability, maximizes uptime and reacts to anomalies of mission critical systems during days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Performs other related duties as required.


Minimum Qualifications ( Must Be Attained Before The Recruitment Ending Date )
An Associate's or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a data processing field; and
Three years of experience in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Microsoft Windows 2000/2003 Network systems and programs, SQL-Server 2000/2005, clustering, EMC storage area networks, and backup software such as HP Data Protector; and
Possession of a current Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) certificate.

OR

A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in a data processing field; and
Two years of experience in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Microsoft Windows 2000/2003 Network systems and programs, SQL-Server 2000/2005, clustering, EMC storage area networks, and backup software such as HP Data Protector; and
Possession of a current Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) certificate.

OR

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; and
Four years of experience in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Microsoft Windows 2000/2003 Network systems and programs, SQL-Server 2000/2005, clustering, EMC storage area networks, and backup software such as HP Data Protector; and
Possession of a current Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) certificate.

Special Application Requirement
An application supplement form must be completed before qualification for employment is determined.

Appointing Authority May Require
Possession of a current Driver License.

Required Documentation At Time Of Application
A copy of an official college transcript reflecting a degree has been awarded, or college diploma, if education is the basis for meeting the qualifications.

Salary Range ( Minimum To Maximum )
$52,124 to $78,187 annually.

Veterans' Preference
Preference in initial appointment will be given to eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans. Documentation to support entitlement to preference must be provided at the time of application.

Note
Depending on the agency of employment, individuals hired may be required to review Hillsborough County driving eligibility criteria and acknowledge their understanding of its provisions.

Notice
The employers of Hillsborough County have implemented a drug-free workplace and all offers of employment are conditioned on job applicants successfully passing a drug test.

Examination
Applicants will be competitively rated on the basis of their training and experience.

Recruitment Period
From 7:30 a.m. July 17, 2006, to 5:00 p.m. July 28, 2006.

Good luck

Answer 2

Not much. My Mom and Sister live in the St. Pete area and jobs are hard to come buy in all areas.

Answer 3

i'm initially from California yet attended CU in Boulder from 2003-2007. My freshman 12 months we were ranked #a million party college in u . s . a . of america. considering then CU has tried to downplay this attractiveness as a lot as a threat, yet i do not imagine you'll locate Boulder too intense in any respect. i imagine it has a exceptional stability of lecturers and relaxing. there is something for anybody, and more often than not Colorado is an fairly laid decrease back state. i recognize no longer something about UCF, yet I doubt try to be upset with a decision to attend CU.

Answer 4

Try these sites

www.jacksonville.com
www. monster.com

they have job listings