Systems Administrator

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,787 - $6,021 per month. Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,787 - $8,430 per month.

This is a full‑time (equivalent to 40 hours per week), probationary, non‑exempt position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees can participate in the fee waiver education program.

Under the direct supervision of the Associate Vice President for Information Security and Infrastructure Services, the Systems Administrator provides entry‑level technical support for university systems, servers, infrastructure, and related services. This position assists with installation, configuration, patching, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of operating systems, server platforms, and related infrastructure components across on‑premises and cloud‑based environments. Responsibilities include monitoring system health and backup processes, supporting account and access administration, maintaining system documentation, and assisting with issue resolution and daily operational support.

• General knowledge of operating systems, servers, infrastructure, and systems administration principles.
• Ability to perform routine system installation, configuration, maintenance, patching, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to monitor system health, backups, and routine alerts, and to appropriately elevate issues.
• Ability to document and perform system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps clearly and accurately.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and professionally with others.
• Organizational and time‑management skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive data and information.
• Analytical skills to think critically to diagnose problems and recommend solutions.

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field. Relevant education, training, certifications, and/or experience that demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:
  • Basic familiarity with Linux and/or Windows Server administration.
  • Basic familiarity with virtualization platforms and cloud services, including Google Workspace and/or AWS.
  • Basic familiarity with directory services, including Microsoft Active Directory, LDAP, and/or Google Workspace.
  • Basic familiarity with scripting languages, including Bash, Power Shell, and/or Python.
  • Basic familiarity with Manage Engine patching, including patch compliance monitoring.
  • Ability to deploy AWS resources, including EC2, Open Search, S3, Athena, and Lambda, and troubleshoot common issues.
  • Strong customer service, collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Applications received by May 25, 2026 will be considered by the search committee.

Applications received after that date may still be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Applicants must submit an application, resume, cover letter addressing qualifications, and contact information for three professional references.

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status.

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