Systems Administrator opportunity at Adams State University
The Adams State University’s Computing Services Department is currently seeking applicants for a
Systems Administrator. This is a full-time exempt staff position that reports to the Manager of Systems
Administration.
Summary of the position:
The Systems Administration Team in the Computing Services Department supports the numerous
systems which comprise the server infrastructure at Adams State University. The server infrastructure
runs a variety of technologies such as Linux, VMWare and Windows for Operating Systems, and
numerous server applications such as Apache, Nginx, Tomcat, Oracle, MediaWiki, WordPress, IIS,
MySQL, Postgresql and MSSQL.
This systems administrator position is responsible for the installation, configuration, security patching
and overall systems administration support for various server operating systems and server applications
on campus.
What we provide:
Adams State exercises a strong commitment to continual professional and personal development and
life long learning. Candidates lacking some areas of expertise or knowledge will be provided
opportunities to enhance their systems administration skills via internal and external training.
Employees for Computing Services are expected to embrace the following ten core values of our work
place: Acceptance, Customer Service, Communication, Appreciation, Humor, Fairness, Accountability,
Intention, Innovation, and Integrity.
Major job responsibilities of the position:
 Perform installation, configuration, security patching and overall systems administration support
for various Operating Systems in use, including Linux, VMware, and Windows.
 Provide installation or configuration support for numerous server applications such as Apache,
Nginx, Tomcat, Oracle, MediaWiki, WordPress, IIS, MySQL, Postgresql, MSSQL.
 Assist in configuration, installation, management, maintenance, procurement
recommendations, licensing, and support for all campus servers and storage devices.
 Assist in management of power distribution, backup, system storage, network connectivity,
performance and status monitoring, network and host firewalls and security for all systems.
 Assist with business continuity, disaster recovery, system backups, failed hardware
replacements, submission of tickets to vendors (hardware/software) related tasks for all
systems.
 Actively participate as a member of the Systems Administration team by attending team
meetings and discussions and involvement in projects such as account management and server
configuration management.
 Support diverse and dynamic system needs of other technical teams within the department
 Independent research and ongoing maintenance of technical knowledge is required. Examples
include conducting product trade studies and peer reviews, research of additional programming
languages, attendance and presentation at symposia and conferences, identification and
attendance of relevant training.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in MIS, CIS, CSCI or related field. Work experience may be used as a substitute
for a Bachelor’s degree at the rate of 2 years work experience = 1 year of Higher Education, (8
years of professional work experience)
• Minimum of 1 years professional work experience in an IT field with demonstrated professional
and technical responsibility
• Demonstrated, on-the job working experience with server systems hardware, software, and
related technologies
• Experience in managing Linux or Windows servers
• Knowledge of IP networking fundamentals
• Demonstrated technical abilities and teamwork skills in a systems administration team
environment
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work with diverse campus
constituencies
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications will help your application stand out from the rest.
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Familiarity with virtual server technologies such as Linux KVM, VMware, or Containers
Knowledge of information security best practices
Knowledge of or experience with shared storage systems
Experience with Configuration Management / Dev Ops technologies such as Puppet or Microsoft
SCCM
Experience with one or more scripting languages for systems automation such as Perl, Python,
Bash, Ruby, or Powershell
Experience with various server application configurations such as Apache, Oracle, Tomcat, PHP,
Nginx
Experience with monitoring technologies such as Nagios, Icinga, or WhatsUpGold
Experience with cloud technologies such as Google Apps
Knowledge of current trends, ideas and resources in the systems administration area of Higher
Education
Benefits: Adams State has a competitive benefits package including medical and dental benefits,
vacation and sick leave
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Further information:
Adams State University is a state-supported institution that offers both undergraduate and graduate
programs. Located in Alamosa in the San Luis Valley of south-central Colorado, approximately 4 hours
from Denver and 2.5 hours from Santa Fe, Adams State is designated as a Hispanic Service Institution
and as a regional educational provider. Additional information about the University can be found at
http://www.adams.edu. Information about Alamosa can be found at http://www.alamosa.org
Applications: Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, educational transcripts, and three
references. Electronic applications are acceptable. Official transcripts will be required prior to campus
interviews. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position
is filled.
Send all materials to:
Cameron Miller, Manager of Systems Administration
Adams State University
Alamosa, Colorado, 81101
719-587-7741, [email protected]
Adams State University is particularly interested in applications from women and minorities.
In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1986, candidates for positions must provide proof of
eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.
Employee Background Check Policy at Adams State University:
Adams State University is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,
students, and visitors. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background checks on persons offered
positions at the university prior to employment as described in the background check policy.
Full descriptions of all positions are available from the contact person listed and at
http://www.adams.edu/administration/hr/employment.php. Adams State University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless
of race, color, sex, disability and as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, university policies
prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital
status, and personal status.