System Administrator - Sheriff

Overview

The purpose of this role is to perform complex technical and professional work in the design, implementation, administration, and maintenance of the Hampton Sheriff’s Office Management Information System. This position administers all aspects of the agency’s local area network (LAN), coordinates technological needs across all Sheriff’s Office departments, and ensures the security and integrity of sensitive information systems and data for authorized users.

Work is performed under limited supervision and requires a high level of technical expertise, independent judgment, and discretion.

15.2‑1603 of the Code of Virginia: the incumbent is appointed at‑will and serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff. The position is non‑exempt.

• Design, implement, and maintain the agency’s LAN and enterprise IT systems
• Administer information security policies and oversee system security operations
• Conduct feasibility and cost‑benefit analyses for new and existing systems
• Coordinate hardware/software procurement, installation, and vendor management
• Develop and manage data backup and recovery strategies
• Lead long‑range IT planning and system integration projects
• Provide technical consultation, training, and support to staff
• Maintain system documentation, inventory, and agency website
• Monitor IT team performance and ensure compliance with standards

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related field
• Considerable experience in LAN system design, administration, and maintenance
• Some experience in computer programming and systems development
• Two (2) years of experience in systems administration or enterprise IT support
• Education and/or experience related to law enforcement or corrections at the state or local level desirable
• Relevant experience may substitute for education at the rate of one year of experience for each year of required education
• Must successfully pass a background check before any offer of employment or promotion
• Position is safety sensitive and subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the City of Hampton criteria

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Certified Net Ware Engineer preferred
• Incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during city emergencies, including long hours and unusual schedules

• Health Coverage
  • Sentara Health Medical Insurance
  • Optum Rx
  • Delta Dental Insurance
  • Anthem Blue View Vision
• Reimbursement Accounts
  • FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Insurance (Life, etc.)
  • Standard Accident and Critical Illness
  • Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
  • Legal Resources Plan
  • Virginia 529
  • Mission Square 457 / Roth IRA
• Retirement Plans
  • Tax‑deferred 457 plan
  • Roth IRA
• Paid Leave
  • Employees accrue annual and sick leave immediately
  • Other leave: maternity, parental bonding, care for sick parent, birthday leave, personal day quarterly
• Paid Holidays
  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • President’s Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Juneteenth Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans’ Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
  • Employee’s birthday
• Training and Career Development
  • Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) for degree, certificate, or license training
  • City offers training opportunities in technology, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development
• Workers’ Compensation where appropriate
• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts on a pre‑tax basis
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counseling (contact: , or EAP website)
• Direct deposit into most banks is available
• Savings bonds available to the workforce
• Group life insurance through VRS;
  Minnesota Life Insurance Company provider