Are you passionate about IT and eager to grow your skills in systems administration? Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, we encourage you to apply!
This full-time, categorically funded, twelve (12) months per year, on-site and in-person Systems Administrator position designs, deploys, secures, integrates, tests, monitors and manages the District’s physical and virtual server infrastructure and operations that support the District’s enterprise-wide network and telecommunication infrastructure; performs day-to-day systems administration tasks and works closely with Network Administrators and the Web Systems Administrator to ensure optimal system speed, security, performance and reliability; and performs related duties as assigned. This role covers technologies such as virtual server hypervisors, cloud-hosted platforms, identity management, and a variety of security solutions that keep our environment running smoothly and safely. You don’t need to be an expert on day one. While experience with server administration, virtualization, and cybersecurity are a strong plus, they are not required. We’re committed to supporting your growth and giving you opportunities to build new skills on the job.
Concerned that you might not be qualified? We are searching for a highly motivated and dedicated individual with a strong work ethic and unwavering integrity. Our ideal candidate possesses excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze complex situations, identify root causes, and develop effective, innovative solutions. We value proactive individuals who are enthusiastic about learning new technologies, resourceful in navigating challenges, and committed to delivering high-quality results.
This is a dynamic position in an inclusive environment with plenty of room to expand into adjacent technologies and systems. If you're curious, motivated, and ready to build your career in IT, we’d love to hear from you!
Cabrillo College is an Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a special focus on enhancing the Latinx student experience. Come join our team, valuing high-level and innovative instruction, support services, a welcoming environment, and helping to change the world one student at a time! The
ideal candidate will share Cabrillo's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College serves approximately 10,500+ students per term. As of 2025 Academic Year, 71% of Cabrillo students are members of minoritized populations, identifying themselves as LatinX (49%), Multi Ethnic (20%), Asian (1%), Black Non-Hispanic (<1%), Filipino (<1%), American Indian/Alaskan Native(<1%) and Pacific Islander (<1%). In 2006, Cabrillo College was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.
ATTENTION APPLICANTS-
Interviews for this position will only take place IN-PERSON at our Aptos Campus.
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At the time of appointment for this position, Cabrillo College requires all employees to maintain and permanently reside in the state of California.
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This position is primarily ON CAMPUS AND IN-PERSON at our Aptos Campus, with potential for occasional remote work.
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Cabrillo College is unable to sponsor work visas.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Starting Salary Range: $7,970 to $9,226 per month; plus 5% annual increases up to step 7, maximum initial salary step placement on the classified salary schedule is step 4. Full-time (40 hours per week) assignment, 12 months per year. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with evenings and weekends as required.
Classified employees are required to join the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) and as such contribute 8% of their monthly salary to CalPERS on a pre-tax basis. Position scheduled to begin as soon as possible, pending continued categorical funding and Governing Board ratification. Salary is subject to proration based on the beginning date of assignment. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas.
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, life, short and long term, and vision (optional) insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis, CalPERS Retirement and an Employee Assistance Program. Please see the Benefits link on the HR webpage for more information.
Work-Life Balance: This opportunity is a full-time assignment, 12 months per year. Classified employee benefits include:
Twelve (12) days vacation leave accrued annually; rate increases up to a maximum of twenty (20) days at year ten (10)
Twelve (12) days of sick leave accrued annually, seven (7) of which can be used as Personal Necessity days annually
Nineteen (19) paid holidays annually
Five percent (5%) Longevity award annually after ten (10) years of service with increases to fifteen percent (15%) at twenty (20) years
Professional Growth educational incentive program
As a classified staff member at Cabrillo College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives.
Application Process:
Complete the application with a minimum of three (3) professional references and answer all supplemental questions; provide detailed information to aid in determining the minimum qualification requirements have been met
Attach resume
(Encouraged but not required) Attach all unofficial transcripts for college coursework completed, if applicable, (copies, photos, and downloads are acceptable) displaying any degrees conferred. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicant’s expense
Please note: All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above.
Attention Applicants
Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including cover letters or letters of recommendation) for this position will not be reviewed. Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas. A position eligibility pool may be established in order to fill other full-time, part-time, or substitute assignments as needs arise.
Questions? Concerns? Please contact HR as Departments, Divisions, and Committee Members are unable to discuss active recruitments with potential candidates.
Selection Procedure
A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Interviews will be in-person only at the Cabrillo College Aptos Campus. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and can also be accessed through your application profile.
Conditions of Employment
Selected candidates given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit tuberculosis screening clearance results, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and present their Social Security card upon hire (for payroll purposes). Cabrillo is an E-Verify employer.joinasdfasdf
EEO Statement
Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status.
Accommodations
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at
[email protected].
