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Systems Administrator - FHSU Technology Services

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Hays, Kansas
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Description

The Systems Administrator position is a full time, 12-month, permanent staff position located in the Department of Technology Services at Fort Hays State University. This is an on-campus position, reporting to the Manager of Server Operations in the Department of Technology Services. Normal work hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday – Friday, and Summer hours are from 7:30 AM to 5:00PM Monday – Thursday, and 7:30AM to 11:30AM on Friday. Occasionally, the job duties will require work to be outside of those normal hours.

Successful applicant will work well independently or within a team setting and own the projects being assigned, while demonstrating strong skills in problem solving, resourcefulness, and risk assessment. The applicant will need to be able to communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately to FHSU faculty, staff, and students.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Some of the primary duties and responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
•    Manage and maintain FHSU’s physical and virtual server infrastructure, primarily focusing on Windows Server. This includes installation, management, documentation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, system and security updates, etc.
•    Administer our on-premise Microsoft infrastructure products (AD DS, AD FS, DNS, Group Policy, etc.)
•    Administer our M365 tenant, particularly focusing on Exchange Online administration, user management, and licensing
•    Monitor, maintain, and regularly test backups - including system, file, and database backups

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, a candidate may possess an Associate's degree, along with a combination of technology training or industry certifications, and related experience on a year for year basis.

At least 2 years combined experience in the following technologies:
•    Installation, configuration, administration, and supporting Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy Management
•    Managing and supporting Microsoft Exchange and/or Office 365 environments
•    Knowledge and experience implementing and operating VMware environments, specifically vSphere 6.5 or above

Preferred Qualifications:
•    Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
•    Familiar with a range of server operating systems such as Windows Server, Redhat, and Debian
•    Basic networking (TCP/IP) skills
•    Experience operating in an enterprise environment and navigating requirements such as PCI, HIPAA, and FERPA
•    Scripting experience, particularly PowerShell, or experience automating tasks and procedures

Appointment Date:  June 2021

Application Deadline: Position will remain open until filled

Salary: FHSU takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
 
Benefits
Competitive benefit package http://www.fhsu.edu/humanresourceoffice/Prospective-Employees/

Required Application Documents
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three professional reference.  All required application documents should be submitted in PDF format. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Application Process:  To apply for this position, please visit https://fhsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CAREERS.  Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted. 

If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Name: Livy Li
Email: w_li7@fhsu.edu

About Fort Hays State University:
Founded in 1902, FHSU is a leading, forward-thinking university of the Midwest, with student enrollment of more than 15,500 (including 4,500+ on the Hays campus, a unique China partnership program with enrollment of 4,000 students, and Virtual College enrollment at over 7,000).  Over 400 faculty and more than 500 professional and staff support and guide degree and certificate programs for the associate’s, bachelor's, and master's programs, and for the Doctorate of Nursing Practice, representing 31 departments within these academic divisions:

•    College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 
•    W.R. and Yvonne Robbins College of Business and Entrepreneurship
•    College of Education 
•    College of Health and Behavioral Sciences 
•    Peter Werth College of Science, Technology, and Mathematics 
•    Graduate School

Fort Hays State University provides exceptional opportunities for students from Kansas, the region, and the world, and the University attracts goal-oriented students who want premier learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom combined with one-to-one attention and support. FHSU students graduate with the knowledge, professional skills, and confidence to have a competitive edge in their chosen careers. Upon graduation, 95% of FHSU students find a job or placement in graduate school.

About Hays, KS:
Candidates will discover a locale where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with an optimal quality of life. Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, Kansas, a vibrant, growing community of over 20,000 that takes great pride in the University's presence. Hays is a celebration of historic and contemporary contrasts, evidenced in its frontier roots highlighted throughout the city and local museums and in its redeveloped downtown area where residents enjoy one-of-a-kind restaurants, unique shopping, and a vibrant arts scene. This community’s commitment to the future inspires Hays businesses to reinvest locally.

A welcoming and family-centered community, Hays offers premier healthcare services, a growing high-tech and retail business community, and excellent Pre-K and K–12 schools in both the private and public sectors. The City of Hays has long been known as a safe community, and the FHSU campus is recognized by the National Council for Home Safety and Security in 2018 as one of the Top 100 Safest College Campuses in America. For entertainment, recreation, education, employment, or simply for a comfortable place to live, residents of all ages will find in Hays the elements that contribute to a safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling lifestyle.

Notice of Non-discrimination – Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.
 

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