POSITION TITLE: SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
DEPARTMENT: IT
LOCATION: KINGSWOOD DATA CENTER, 1091 KING AVE, COLUMBUS 43212
REPORTS TO: MANAGER - INFRASTRUCTURE & SUPPORT SERVICES
FLSA STATUS - NON-EXEMPT
STARTING SALARY: $50.25/HOUR
ABOUT US:
At Columbus City Schools, we strive to make sure each student is highly-educated, prepared for leadership and service, and empowered for success as a citizen in a global community - but we can't do it without you! As an award-winning school district in the award-winning city of Columbus, Ohio, we are proud of the work our more than 9,000 employees (including teachers, coaches, and administrators) do every day to change the lives of our students. With more than 46,000 students located in over 100 different schools around the city of Columbus, we know there's a position that's right for you.
RISE UP! and apply to our exciting and impactful position detailed below!
POSITION OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
Under general direction, is responsible for performing a full range of systems administration activities for large and/or complex operating systems that include planning, system and hardware design, configuration, implementation, and management of enterprise server systems; performs related duties as required.
This job posting is for a noncompetitive position and will create a new list. The hiring department will conduct a preliminary review of your application to determine who to interview. It is the responsibility of all applicants to provide a complete list of relevant work experience (previous and current) on the application.
This is not a remote position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
- Administer and support cloud infrastructure environments in Azure and AWS, including virtual machines, storage, and networking configurations.
- Manage and maintain Microsoft 365 services, including user administration, licensing, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams support.
- Deploy, configure, and maintain EDR solutions, security analytics platforms, and infrastructure monitoring tools to enhance system security and performance.
- Provide administration, implementation, patching, and troubleshooting support for Linux and Windows desktop/server environments.
- Implement and support Microsoft Intune and Autopilot solutions for device provisioning, mobile device management, and policy enforcement.
- Manage physical and virtual server infrastructure, storage systems, backup/recovery solutions, disaster recovery planning, and security protocols.
- Develop and maintain API integrations and automation solutions to improve operational efficiency and system interoperability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure operations, compliance initiatives, auditing activities, and enterprise technology projects.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or related field.
Minimum of five (5) years experience in government and/or education compliance, risk management, policy development and training.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge:
- Thorough knowledge of computer operating systems and related hardware and software
- Thorough knowledge of scripting, TCP/IP networking, Ethernet technologies
- Thorough knowledge of systems administration practices such as system setups, account management, backup/restore, security, and applications and peripheral installations
- Considerable knowledge of networking principles and practices associated with local area networks
- Considerable knowledge of documentation and report writing procedures
General knowledge of data base principles; general knowledge of programming capabilities and limitations
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Abilities:
- Ability to plan and integrate information delivery systems with organizational objectives
- Ability to evaluate the capabilities of operating systems hardware and software
- Ability to perform system analysis and design
- Ability to diagnose and resolve problems with operating systems
- Ability to manage the time of others; ability to plan and coordinate the work of others
- Ability to develop priorities and work sequences
- Ability to convey complex technical knowledge while coaching junior staff members
- Ability to communicate technical concepts and solutions to non-technical personnel
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, District officials, and computer vendors.
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Test/Job Contact Information:
This job posting is for a noncompetitive position. The candidates that successfully complete the application process will be used to create a NEW eligible list. The hiring department will then conduct a preliminary review of your application to determine who to interview. It is the responsibility of all applicants to list all relevant work experience (current and previous) on the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of listed work experience. Unless otherwise indicated, any year of required experience is based on 12 months of full-time employment. Anything under 35 hours/week (or seasonal work) will be prorated. Please be sure that the job experience and education information in your profile is up to date and accurate before submitting your application.
Prior to application completion, please attach an OFFICIAL transcript or copy of degree indicating field of study, if applicable. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of listed work experience.
Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability.
