Systems Administrator

Western Wyoming Community College - WWCC

Rock Springs, WY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$59,300–$71,200 Per Year
SKILLS
Academic Background, Anti-Spyware Software, Anti-Virus Software, Best Practices, Change Control, Cisco Network Systems, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Command Line, Communication Skills, Computer Hacking, Computer Hardware, Computer Science, Computer Security, Computer Servers, Computer Skills, Computer Software, Customer Support/Service, Email Technology, Entrepreneurship, Fiber Optics, Fitness, Hardware Configuration Management, Hardware Installation, Hardware Repair, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Local Area Network (LAN), Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Network Administration/Management, Network Cable, Network Configuration Management, Network Performance/Analysis, Network Security, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Peripheral Hardware, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Security Attacks, Server Hardware, Server Support, Software Administration, Software Patches, Software Upgrades, Student Housing, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Support, Testing, Theater, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, VMWare, Virtualization, VoIP (Voice over IP), Wide Area Network (WAN), Willing to Travel, Wireless Communications, Wireless Email, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Rock Springs, WY
POSTED
1 day ago
**Systems Administrator**   **Posting Number:** P2313   **Job Title:** Systems Administrator   **Students Only:** No   **Job Description Summary:**   **Win With a Career Move to Western.**   At Western Wyoming Community College, one of America's leading junior colleges, we believe **employees are our most valuable resource**. We pride ourselves on our inclusive, growth-focused culture and our exceptional benefits package. For full-time employees, here are a few of the amazing benefits we offer:   • Employer paid contribution of 9.37% to your retirement plan with no waiting period. Who doesn't love free money? • We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life insurance. • Generous leave time to support your work/life balance with paid holidays, sick leave and vacation time, 3 personal days, and two weeks off over Christmas break! Not to mention, you get time off at Spring Break and Friday's off in the summer. • Have you ever wanted to take an art class? Interested in exploring entrepreneurship? **FREE** **tuition** for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream a reality. • https://www.westernwyoming.edu/student-life/campus-amenities/ like our Children's Center, Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more. • When adventure calls, head out to the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, take a hike around Mustang Loop, surf the local sand dunes, or jump in the car and travel to Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, or Laramie. For a map of our area, and links to activities and places, view https://www.westernwyoming.edu/student-life/be-an-outsider/index.php.   See where your career can take you when you come run with the Mustangs!   The Systems Administrator maintains the server and network infrastructure according to current best practices; maintains the VoIP system, switches, wireless, e-mail, and spam systems and patch/update management for workstations and servers; troubleshoots hardware and software problems; assists the ITS Director in providing computer and server hardware and software solutions and in designing, installing, and configuring server and network infrastructure and related equipment; provides access, training, and usage of computer software and facilities as required. This person must be customer-service oriented and responsive to employee and student needs and problems. Some evening and weekend work required.   **SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**   1. Administers all servers, LAN, WAN, and wireless networks including installation, configuration, and maintenance.   2. Administers Microsoft Active Directory, group policies, and creates and edits objects.   3. Maintains daily backups for all servers and systems (including network switches). Upgrades software with patches and new versions on a regular rotation.   4. Coordinates and communicates all security concerns and plans changes with the Director before implementation using the approved change control procedure.   5. Implements security solutions for the server and network infrastructure as identified by the Director.   6. Creates and maintains documentation for the support, troubleshooting, and installation of all server hardware and software.   7. Reviews the workstation standards and configurations to ensure compliance with system standards and security policies.   8. Serves as a resource to ITS Technicians and other ITS administrators for installation, optimization, and technical support for all server and software applications. Provides direction and training to ITS Technicians regarding server usage.   9. Arranges outside repairs when economically feasible and develops sources for purchasing parts efficiently and economically.   10. Advises faculty and staff concerning the purchase of server or network related hardware and software. Trains users on new server software and op rating systems as needed.   11. Maintains network print management and sharing services.   12. Administers the student housing network including wired and wireless networks.   13. Maintains and updates knowledge of network cabling and termination, fiber optics, and network diagnostic and performance applications.   14. Stays up to date with current trends in the field regarding security policies, cloud infrastructure, and security breaches.   **Minimum Qualifications:**   **SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** (Education and Experience, Knowledge and Abilities) 1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or closely related field.   2. Two years of relevant work experience in the computer technical area, including workstation, server, Active Directory, Exchange, internet/intranet servers, systems security, and significant repair and troubleshooting experience.   3. In-depth technical knowledge and experience with command line interfaces, Windows Server operating systems and other various popular software applications, Active Directory domains, Exchange email systems, databases, and associated hardware and peripherals.   4. Significant training and experience with network and systems security and Microsoft domains, blade server technologies, and group policy objects.   5. Working knowledge of anti-virus/spyware software and ability to recognize and eradicate malicious server activity.   6. Ability to setup, service, troubleshoot, maintain and repair server related hardware of various configurations.   7. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.   8. Strong customer service skills.   9. Ability to work well with a wide variety of College employees and students in the educational setting of the community college.   10. Strong researching ability.   11. Experience in, or the ability to work, in a team environment.   **Equivalency Statement** For those candidates who do not exactly meet all minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education and experience, which has provided comparable knowledge and abilities, may be accepted.   **Preferred Qualifications:**   **PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS** (Education and Experience, Knowledge and Abilities). 1. Experience with Microsoft and Linux server environments.   2. Experience with Cisco and Brocade CLI.   3. Experience with VMWare and Hyper-V virtualization technology.   4. Experience with, or knowledge of Veeam Backup Server installation and administration.   5. Experience providing server support in a large enterprise environment, preferably academic.   **Open Date:** 06/18/2026   **Close Date:**   **Open Until Filled:** Yes   **Special Instructions to Applicants:**   This position is located on the Rock Springs, Wy campus.   Unofficial transcripts are accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts are required as a condition of employment.   **Estimated Salary:** $59,300 - $71,200   **FLSA:** Exempt   **To apply, visit:** https://apptrkr.com/7253391   Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.   https://www.jobelephant.com/

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