Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is hiring: IT Specialist in City of Albany

Overview

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Looking for a team member to join a fast-growing team as an IT Specialist with a focus on SharePoint and Communications. You will take ownership of our internal page; working with various stakeholders to turn concepts into solutions, create communications, and improve employee engagement. This role will require collaboration with your team, working in fast-paced environment, and being creative in proposing solutions to problems. Advanced writing skills are preferred, as drafting communications will be expected.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the optimization of D&C page; to include the creation of content, editing of existing content, standardizing and managing document libraries and lists.
• Perform daily monitoring and maintenance of software and workstations, including, but not limited to, network, server, storage and system management, IT customer support and training; computer installation, diagnosis and repair, computer security; database administration and maintenance information technology
• Configure settings, manage usage confirmation settings and monitor performance levels
• Handle site administration and management.
• Create/maintain custom page and subsites, branding, security for the site, layout, structure, and web parts.
• Respond to staff feedback and make adjustments/edits accordingly.
• Provision, administer and maintain sites.
• Add users, control access to document libraries, and set permissions
• Troubleshoot and resolve SharePoint issues or malfunctions
• Develop and distribute new employee and intern spotlight pieces
• Provide contributions and assist in the development of organization-wide announcements, newsletters, and advisories
• Ensure organizational communications are consistent across all mediums
• Travel may be required

Qualifications

• 4+ years of full-time professional experience in the field of Computer Aided Design & Drafting applications with the ability to perform daily monitoring and maintenance of software and workstations
• Experience providing translation of electronic files from various consultant formats to Micro-Station format in order to be compatible with existing D&C standards.
• Familiar with providing training and refresher updates and assist users in the performance of their routine drafting tasks
• Familiarity in all MS Office products, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Advanced writing and communication skills
• Ability to sit onsite with at the client’s office Monday-Friday
• Travel may be required

Sponsorship will not be provided for this opportunity.

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Benefits and additional information

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $69,000.00 to $85,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 12, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.