Cochise County, AZ
Systems Administrator (Application/Automation Administrator)
Cochise County, AZ, Bisbee, Arizona, United States, 85603
Salary:
See Position Description
Location :
Bisbee, AZ
Job Type:
A Regular, Full Time
Job Number:
080924
Department:
Information Technology Department
Opening Date:
08/30/2024
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
(Application/Automation Administrator)
BISBEE
OPENS: Friday, August 30, 2024CLOSES: Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt. May close at any time.
ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $56,000 - $72,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications, plus a
comprehensive benefits package
to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a salaried position, Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
All Cochise County positions require a post offer, pre-employment background screening.
Monitors, analyzes, defines, and configures system resources, operating systems, application administration and communication networks; coordinates software installation/updates and customer problem resolution; performs other related duties as assigned.Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative Only)•Monitor system resources and analyze the impact of operating system changes.•Apply operating system changes and manage software updates.•Act as the subject matter expert on select system applications such as Automatic Data Processing (ADP) and New World, and define and configure communication networks.•Coordinate installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and software updates with IT Team members.•Oversee backups and system restores, monitor and analyze system errors, and work with service personnel for customer problem resolution.•Develop curriculum and provide training to end-users on enterprise application usage.•Analyze system faults, troubleshoot, and run diagnostic tests on operating systems and hardware to detect problems.•Research, recommend, and deploy IT hardware, software, and services.•Implement automation solutions to streamline IT processes and improve efficiency.Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education; two (2) years of enterprise software/hardware installation, configuration and support experience or six (6) years of enterprise software/hardware installation, configuration and support experience; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and the ability to be covered by county insurance.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.
PREFERENCE :Preference may be given to applicants that are certified in MCSA, MCSE, or MCP and/or have experience with project management applications and automation tools.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Considerable knowledge of:•Centralized computer operating system environment and procedures.•Centralized computer communications and networking.•Centralized computer performance configuration.•Office 365 Enterprise.•VMWare VCenter/ESXi.•Active Directory (On-Premise and Azure).•Microsoft SQL Server 2016+ (Including Reporting Services and Azure SQL as a Service).•Record keeping and report preparation.
Considerable skill in:•Installing/troubleshooting servers and installing Microsoft Server 2016/2019/2022 operating systems.•Installing, configuring, documenting, and supporting Microsoft Server in an enterprise environment.•Supporting customers and IT teams such as helpdesk and desktop support at tier 2 and tier 3 levels.•Administering application software for security, antivirus, and backups - including backup and restore of Microsoft SQL Databases.•User account security management tasks.•Project planning, management, and control.•Identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems and needs applicable to automated information applications and systems.•Implementing procedures and methods used in conducting systems analysis.•Understanding complex verbal and written instructions.•Automation tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.•Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools like monday.com.•Scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.•Cloud services, including Azure and AWS.
Ability to:•Effectively communicate ideas to technical and non-technical customers verbally and in writing.•Read, write, and speak English.•Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.•Work safely and promote a culture of workplace safety.•Problem solve.•Plan and manage time.•Work well with others.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, fine motor skills, ability to communicate.Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle.Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details and verbal instructions, requires emotional stability, critical thinking, and adaptability; creative problem-solving skills are important.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed under limited supervision in an office setting with appropriate climate controls; some work may be performed outdoors in a variety of climatic conditions; other work may occur in confined spaces. May require travel, working early mornings, evenings and weekends.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for those that are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Cochise County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
See Position Description
Location :
Bisbee, AZ
Job Type:
A Regular, Full Time
Job Number:
080924
Department:
Information Technology Department
Opening Date:
08/30/2024
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
(Application/Automation Administrator)
BISBEE
OPENS: Friday, August 30, 2024CLOSES: Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt. May close at any time.
ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $56,000 - $72,000 annually, dependent upon qualifications, plus a
comprehensive benefits package
to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a salaried position, Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
All Cochise County positions require a post offer, pre-employment background screening.
Monitors, analyzes, defines, and configures system resources, operating systems, application administration and communication networks; coordinates software installation/updates and customer problem resolution; performs other related duties as assigned.Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
TYPICAL DUTIES: (Illustrative Only)•Monitor system resources and analyze the impact of operating system changes.•Apply operating system changes and manage software updates.•Act as the subject matter expert on select system applications such as Automatic Data Processing (ADP) and New World, and define and configure communication networks.•Coordinate installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hardware and software updates with IT Team members.•Oversee backups and system restores, monitor and analyze system errors, and work with service personnel for customer problem resolution.•Develop curriculum and provide training to end-users on enterprise application usage.•Analyze system faults, troubleshoot, and run diagnostic tests on operating systems and hardware to detect problems.•Research, recommend, and deploy IT hardware, software, and services.•Implement automation solutions to streamline IT processes and improve efficiency.Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education; two (2) years of enterprise software/hardware installation, configuration and support experience or six (6) years of enterprise software/hardware installation, configuration and support experience; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and the ability to be covered by county insurance.
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.
PREFERENCE :Preference may be given to applicants that are certified in MCSA, MCSE, or MCP and/or have experience with project management applications and automation tools.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Considerable knowledge of:•Centralized computer operating system environment and procedures.•Centralized computer communications and networking.•Centralized computer performance configuration.•Office 365 Enterprise.•VMWare VCenter/ESXi.•Active Directory (On-Premise and Azure).•Microsoft SQL Server 2016+ (Including Reporting Services and Azure SQL as a Service).•Record keeping and report preparation.
Considerable skill in:•Installing/troubleshooting servers and installing Microsoft Server 2016/2019/2022 operating systems.•Installing, configuring, documenting, and supporting Microsoft Server in an enterprise environment.•Supporting customers and IT teams such as helpdesk and desktop support at tier 2 and tier 3 levels.•Administering application software for security, antivirus, and backups - including backup and restore of Microsoft SQL Databases.•User account security management tasks.•Project planning, management, and control.•Identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems and needs applicable to automated information applications and systems.•Implementing procedures and methods used in conducting systems analysis.•Understanding complex verbal and written instructions.•Automation tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.•Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools like monday.com.•Scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.•Cloud services, including Azure and AWS.
Ability to:•Effectively communicate ideas to technical and non-technical customers verbally and in writing.•Read, write, and speak English.•Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.•Work safely and promote a culture of workplace safety.•Problem solve.•Plan and manage time.•Work well with others.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, fine motor skills, ability to communicate.Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle.Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details and verbal instructions, requires emotional stability, critical thinking, and adaptability; creative problem-solving skills are important.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed under limited supervision in an office setting with appropriate climate controls; some work may be performed outdoors in a variety of climatic conditions; other work may occur in confined spaces. May require travel, working early mornings, evenings and weekends.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for those that are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Cochise County is an Equal Opportunity Employer