JOB
Responsible for the operation and support of Core Systems, such as Exchange, M365 Apps including SharePoint and Teams, On-Premises Microsoft Server platforms, Device Management platforms, and other Core Systems. Performs daily tasks, both common and complex, including monitoring/responding to ticketing requests, responding to system alerts, processing access control requests, new user creation, and creating documentation to share with team members. Other work may also be assigned by the Core Systems supervisor.
Washington Courts Employment Opportunity
Administrative Office of the Courts
Senior Server Administrator
Information Services Division
Our Mission: To advance the timely, effective, and equitable operations of the Washington State judicial branch.
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
Job #: 2026-59
Status: Regular, Full-Time
Location: Olympia, Washington
Salary: Range 72: $95,676 - $125,544 per year (DOQ).
Opens: July 7, 2026
Closes: July 28, 2026. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven calendar days after posting.
WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION
AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.
This position requires at least 2 days per week working onsite at AOC facilities
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Develop, maintain, and manage standard operating procedures and configurations for assigned systems.
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Maintain advanced knowledge of AOC Infrastructure to independently learn and implement software products that best meets AOC business needs.
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Perform complex troubleshooting and problem resolution to ensure business continuity, reliability and performance.
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Regularly evaluate software products for accuracy, business impact, and potential problems to ensure the best product is used for AOC business needs.
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Learn and utilize support products to minimize business impact and provide the highest level of productivity.
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Consult and mentor AOC Staff and Court employees in order to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
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Independently create processes for upgrades, maintenance, and disaster recovery for assigned systems.
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Perform lead duties in workgroups and projects as assigned by Core Systems supervisor. Lead duties include providing advanced knowledge of architecture, workload planning, instructing, training, monitoring and documentation.
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Ability to prioritize multiple assigned tasks and execute parallel tasks in a high-pressure environment.
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Serve as primary support for individual Core Systems including, BizTalk, Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and various COTS programs along with supporting their on-premise servers.
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Performs other work as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
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Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
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This position is not overtime eligible.
The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 704-4143, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to [email protected].
Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identify and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form.
AOC does not use E-verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.
