Position Information
Date Posted 05/05/2014
Working Title Systems Administrator
Job Classification Systems/Programmer III
Department Name 62050-Information Technology
Job Type Staff
Position Number 0008327
Hiring Range $32,916.00 - $53,508.00
Position Description
The Systems Administrator will work in the University Library System/Information Technology Department, and will be responsible for planning, development and support for systems administration within the organization.
Incumbent will be responsible for leading project development and implementation of major technology initiatives within theULS, including but not limited to the management and implementation of Microsoft servers, clients and related technologies including Active Directory, SharePoint, Systems Center (SCCM), MS-SQLand Group Policy.
Incumbent must be familiar with client software distribution and configuration methodologies as well as some database administration. VMWare, server and client virtualization andVDIexpertise preferred. The incumbent must have the ability to provide exceptional customer service, quickly learn new concepts, manage tasks efficiently while meeting deadlines and possess excellent communication skills. They must be a self-motivated, independent, detail-oriented and responsible team player.
The incumbent may be on call for system support during evening/weekend hours.
Confidential data and transactions may be encountered.
PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check andFBICriminal Record Check will be required as a condition of employment.
Education Required Baccalaureate
Overall Related Experience Level Required 5-6 years experience
Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position
Baccalaureate degree in Computer or Information Science or five years’ equivalent work experience required; strong technical competence and creativity; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability and desire to learn; ambition to be an important member of an outstanding technical team.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Minimum of five years experience in computer hardware, software, and networks in a complex networked environment required. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Windows server and desktop environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, MSSQL, Systems Center (SCCM), SharePoint and Windows software deployment, networks, network firewalls and security tools. Candidates experienced in deploying and managing VMWare server and client software, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure as well as Apple server, desktop and mobile software preferred
Assignment Category Regular, Full-Time
Percent Effort 100
Scheduled Work Hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify
The incumbent may be on call for system support during evening/weekend hours.
If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours
Campus Pittsburgh
If other campus, please specify
University Benefits
The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including:
• Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match
• Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance
• Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit)
• Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time
For more information regarding the University’s benefits package, please visitwww.hr.pitt.edu/benefits
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