Job Details

Server Administrator

Oversees the operation and administration of servers supporting campus-wide applications and cloud environments; provides advanced technical support.

· Oversees administration of servers supporting campus-wide applications and cloud environments.

· Develops and maintains specialized scripts necessary for the interface between multiple applications and to facilitate system administration.

· Supervises, trains, evaluates, and provides technical work direction to professional staff.

· Analyzes, evaluates, and determines the selection and integration of new applications; performs project planning and determines training needs.

· Analyzes and participates in defining agency disaster recovery procedures and responsibilities; oversees backup/recovery system and procedures.

· Responsible for planning, budgeting, and determining staff needs, equipment needs, and space requirements for the Systems Application Services area.

· Analyzes, evaluates, and makes recommendations concerning the development of new and existing technology-related policies.

· Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and (5) years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Expert technical knowledge of the university's network systems, associated operating systems, layered software and client/server applications

· Ability to analyze systems and procedures, and explain abstract concepts in concrete terms; and solve complex problems

· Excellent technical skills to install and implement system programs

· Excellent supervisory skills to supervise and train staff

· Excellent written communication skills to develop documentation, reports, and correspondence

· Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment and act upon decisions with some autonomy

PC Skills:

· Extensive experience in the support of Windows server operating systems and layered software

· Proficiency with microcomputers, PC software and peripherals