Client Systems Administrator II​/III

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The Role

The City of Bend is accepting applications for one (1), full-time Client Systems Administrator II or III position. This is a FLSA Exempt (overtime in-eligible) position, represented by the City of Bend Employee Association (COBEA). The City may use this job posting to create an eligibility list for future hiring purposes. Please review the entire job posting, including the application requirements at the end.

The City of Bend is accepting applications for one (1), full-time Client Systems Administrator II or III position. This is a FLSA Exempt (overtime in-eligible) position, represented by the City of Bend Employee Association (COBEA). The City may use this job posting to create an eligibility list for future hiring purposes. Please review the entire job posting, including the application requirements at the end.

• Client Systems Administrator II
• Client Systems Administrator III

• Design, create, maintain, and update Windows operating system images for new computer deployment and hardware refreshes
• Deploy, configure, and manage applications using Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Manage operating system and third-party application patching to maintain security, compliance, and system stability
• Develop, implement, and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to enforce security standards and streamline endpoint configuration
• Configure and manage Windows Defender Firewall policies and endpoint security settings in collaboration with the Information Security Manager
• Administer and maintain Microsoft Active Directory-related endpoint configurations
• Manage enterprise DNS infrastructure, including DNS zones, records, troubleshooting, and ensuring reliable name resolution across all platforms
• Monitor endpoint health, deployment success, and compliance using reporting and monitoring tools
• Troubleshoot complex endpoint management issues, software deployment, patching failures, and policy conflict
• Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and operational procedures related to endpoint management

The ideal candidate for either the Client Systems Administrator II or III will be a technology professional with previous endpoint administration experience, who enjoys solving complex technical challenges. Ideal candidates will have experience administering Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM) and/or Microsoft Intune in an enterprise environment, along with a strong understanding of Windows operating systems, software deployment, patch management, operation system imaging, Group Policy, DNS, Active Directory, and endpoint security.

• Enterprise Management technologies, including Microsoft SCCM/MECM, MDT, and Intune
• Endpoint security best practices
• Operating system image creation and deployment
• Software packaging and distribution
• Patch Management
• Device lifecycle management
• Modern cloud-based solutions

• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Managing multiple priorities
• Ability to identify opportunities to improve processes through automation and innovation
• Working collaboratively across IT teams to deliver reliable, secure, and customer-focused technology services

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from four-year college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position
• 4 to 5 years’ experience in a similar position and/or performing similar tasks

• Level 4 CJIS certification required within first 3 months of employment
• Current and valid Driver's license per City policies outlined in the Employee Handbook

• Microsoft certification:
  Endpoint Administrator Associate, Administrator Expert, or…