Information Technology System Administrator III; SQLServer​/Web Administrator

Information Technology System Administrator III (SQLServer/Web Administrator)

At the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we deliver reliable water to a region with 19 million people—and to accomplish this we rely on a team of talented employees: innovators, problem‑solvers, and collaborators.

There is currently one opening for an IT System Administrator III (SQLServer/Web Administrator) located at our Headquarters facility in downtown Los Angeles.

Are you an experienced IT professional who enjoys managing enterprise applications, web platforms, and database systems? Join our team as an Information Technology System Administrator III and play a key role in supporting critical technology infrastructure that serves our organization and community.

In this journey‑level role, you will collaborate with senior technical staff to design, implement, monitor, and troubleshoot a diverse portfolio of technologies hosted on‑premises and in cloud environments, including Azure and Oracle Cloud. These systems support critical business functions and enterprise operations, requiring a strong commitment to reliability, performance, and operational excellence.

• Administer and support enterprise web, application, and database environments
• Manage Microsoft SQL Server databases and SharePoint platforms
• Install, configure, upgrade, and patch servers and applications
• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues
• Participate in new technology implementations and infrastructure projects
• Work with both Windows and Linux server environments

If you’re looking for an opportunity to expand your technical expertise, contribute to impactful projects, and support mission‑critical systems, we encourage you to apply.

44/36, Monday through Friday/Every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday 9 hours per day, 8 hours per day every other Friday. Start times are no earlier than 6 am and end times are no later than 6 pm.

Metropolitan’s current practice for this position is a hybrid work schedule, typically including two days a week in person and the other days remote. This may be subject to change based on organizational needs. A telework policy is being negotiated and will provide final direction on hybrid scheduling.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.

A degree in a related field is defined as: Computer Information System, Computer Science, or related.

Relevant

Experience:

Two years of experience if you have a Master’s degree or four years of experience if you have a Bachelor’s degree in deploying, configuring, administering, and debugging Windows and Linux servers, web servers (IIS, Apache, Web Logic, or JBoss); or Microsoft SharePoint & web certificates or Microsoft SQL Server databases.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans
• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan
• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Excellent working environment
• Public transportation reimbursements
• On‑site fitness center

Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic(s).

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process may contact (213) 217‑7738 or email