| Location | Columbus, OH |
| Salary | $37.02–$55.52 Per Hour |
Systems Administrator (Vacancy)
Salary
$37.02 - $55.52 Hourly
Location
Varies by position
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-0564-V1
Department
60 Columbus Water & Power
Division
Division of Water Reclamation
Opening Date
09/03/2026
Closing Date
9/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Definition
In the Division of Water Reclamation, under direction, the Systems Administrator will install and maintain the Water Reclamation plants SCADA system hardware and software.
Responsibilities include:
This is primarily performed on premises at the facilities. 0% remote capability.
Preferred experience and training:
Examples of Work
(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)
Maintains day-to-day operation of operating systems (OS) including but not limited to upgrades, systems backups and recovery, user accounts, security logs, shell scripting, and systems health status;
Analyzes and resolves problems associated with server hardware and operating systems software; detects, diagnoses, reports, and/or corrects system/server problems; communicates with programmers and other IT staff to resolve these issues; closes help desk tickets as maintenance work is completed and/or problems are resolved;
Coordinates and communicates network maintenance schedule, repairs, and downtime to appropriate staff for communication to clients/users; coordinates hardware and software repair issues in conjunction with support personnel;
Monitors, analyzes, and resolves security issues regarding computer system; evaluates and installs security patches; remains current on operating system vulnerabilities;
Confers with management to determine user requirements, procedures, and problems in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness of existing operating systems or to create new systems; researches, analyzes and tests application or system software for compatibility and capability to perform necessary job assignments;
Installs new hardware and software packages; modifies, and adapts software features and structures to meet the needs of the clients; provides technical assistance to clients and end-users;
Writes system documentation, program specifications, production procedures, and/other documentation that may include user manuals and instructions; maintains accurate documentation and administrative information for the operating systems;
Provides training to staff and coaches subordinate personnel in the performance of their duties, raising their overall technical knowledge;
Participates in Citywide information technology projects; participates in professional activities to remain knowledgeable regarding developments in the field of systems administration.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a bachelors degree and two (2) years of experience in computer or information systems maintenance, systems administration, or systems analysis. Substitution(s): Possession of an associates degree and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or valid certification as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server, Hewlett-Packard Unix Certified Systems Administrator (HP-UX CSA) or comparable certification and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or an additional four (4) years of experience as listed above may be substituted for the bachelors degree.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operators license.
NOTE:
Individual positions in this classification may require knowledge of, and experience in, specific operating systems such as UNIX, as noted on the vacancy notification.
Test/Job Contact Information
Recruitment #: 26-0564-V1
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)
Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Alisha Ardolino
Columbus Water & Power
Division of Water Reclamation
37 W. Broad St.
Columbus, Ohio 43215
P: (614) 645-3751
E: aaardolino@columbus.gov
The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the Citys Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:
Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the Citys human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.
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Employer City of Columbus
Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
Phone (614) 645-8301