Systems Administrator II

Position Summary

This position is responsible for systems administration and providing general IT client support. Personnel in this position setup, maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot physical and virtual servers, virtual desktop infrastructure, networking, and additional IT managed systems. This employee also works with the helpdesk to assist with client related issues and develops and maintains written documentation to support the administration and maintenance of production quality services.

Technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential for success. The work of an IT Systems Administrator will vary according to the nature of the employing organization and the level of responsibility associated with the position. The person in this position may be an IT generalist or an employee with multiple technical specialties including, but not limited to, systems administration, web development, network administration.

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience.

• Experience administering Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Servers, and Windows Clients.
• Experience with VMware vSphere and Horizon administration, as well as gold image creating and optimization.
• Proficient with Power Shell, or a similar scripting language.
• Knowledge of computer networking, and able to troubleshoot network related issues from the physical to application layer.
• Experience with application layer firewalls.

• Sit and/or stand at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Stand up and walk for extended periods of time.
• Regularly drive around campus to perform job related duties.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. during an average work shift.
• Stand, stoop, squat, bend, crawl, and walk up and down steps and ladders.

• Systems administration including designing, maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting physical and virtual servers, VDI environments, network infrastructure, and firewalls. (40%)
• Maintaining, upgrading, and supporting hardware and software for FMD end users, HVAC systems, and other systems as needed. (20%)
• Planning, creation, management, and maintenance of Active Directory objects and group policies. Power Shell scripting for automation, management, and reports. (15%)
• Project management coordinating with other departments, external contractors, and vendors. (10%)
• Creating and maintaining documentation related to systems, applications, and processes. (10%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for high‑risk positions. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Facilities Management Division, the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration at the University of Georgia.

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