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Warner Pacific College

IT Systems Administrator

Warner Pacific College, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Summary Description: The Systems Administrator is responsible for supporting the university’s IT helpdesk, systems, and infrastructure. This position works closely with the Assistant Director of IT to plan and coordinate the installation, testing, maintenance, operation and troubleshooting of servers, network equipment, and software solutions. The primary responsibilities include: (1) managing user accounts/permissions, (2) resolving Tier 1 and Tier 2 helpdesk tickets, (3) systems administration, and (4) managing moves, adds, and changes to the phone system. This position also serves as a backup to support the university’s network equipment (firewalls, switches, phone systems, wireless, etc.).

Essential Responsibilities: Systems Administration

Administer Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, SSO authentication, Office 365 and Exchange, Barracuda Cloud Email Security and Archiving, VMware, Veeam Backup and Replication, PaperCut, PRTG, etc.

Administer and maintain end user accounts and permissions

Set up and manage user accounts in the Ellucian Colleague ERP and student information system as well as Canvas learning management system

Diagnose and resolve account and permission issues in Windows, Ellucian Colleague, and Canvas

Image, configure, deploy, administer and troubleshoot physical and virtual servers, including print servers, file servers, application servers, etc.

Implement, maintain, troubleshoot and document backup and restore solutions for operating systems, databases, servers, and applications; ensure all servers and critical data are scheduled for backup; monitor the timely and successful completion of backup jobs; restore data as necessary

Configure, deploy, administer and troubleshoot anti‑malware, anti‑virus, and software deployment servers; research available updates and patches to workstations and servers; schedule and communicate deployment schedules

Routinely audit system logs to identify and correct performance problems

Helpdesk Support

Answer phone calls and walk‑in requests related to technology issues and help users with issues; use work order system to create, track, and route requests for successful resolution

Support Microsoft Windows workstations including operating system, hardware, network, and printing issues

Create deployment images and coordinate software installation on workstations

Recommend, schedule, and perform software and firmware installations and upgrades

Maintain inventory database

Network and Telecommunication Support

Implement security procedures and tools to ensure rigorous security measures are in place (PCI, FERPA, NIST, etc.)

Audit, patch and provide recommendations to secure the network environment

Provide support for the phone system including moves, adds, and changes

Provide backup support to monitor, manage, configure and maintain network equipment including switches, firewalls, and wireless access points

Other

Provide basic training and guidance to end users for technology hardware, software, and services

Install uninterruptable power supplies; audit and test batteries; replace batteries as necessary

Develop and maintain documentation and change logs

Conduct research on emerging products, services and standards in support of systems software procurement and development efforts

Work with suppliers to identify solutions and schedule remote and onsite support

Be present in the office on a daily basis unless arrangements are made with the supervisor

Contribute to the support and implementation of the Strategic Plan

Participate in Warner Pacific University professional development opportunities

Demonstrate commitment to a Christian liberal arts education by upholding to the mission of the university and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement

Be inclusive and sensitive in terms of human relations and human differences, in regard to areas of national origin, ethnicity, culture, gender, and disabilities

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of experience analyzing, installing, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting servers, and customer support experience

Three years of experience supporting Microsoft networking, including server administration, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, Exchange, etc.

Three years of experience supporting VMware or Microsoft Hyper‑V

Knowledge of IP addressing, subnetting, and VLANs

Excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills

Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems and initiate and implement projects independently

Ability to multi‑task with accuracy, adapt, work effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Comfortable working on ladders and lifting up to 50 lbs.

A valid driver’s license; local travel is required

Preferred Qualifications:

A four‑year degree in computer science, information technology or equivalent field, or equivalent experience in computer science and/or information technology

Applicable technical certifications

Experience with Microsoft Intune

Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, etc.)

Experience with Fortinet firewalls and Juniper switches

Experience with phone system configuration

Working knowledge of relational databases and SQL

Experience in a higher education environment

Physical Demands – Work Environment: The position is located in a typical office environment. Professional/business casual attire is required.

Warner Pacific University’s Mission: Warner Pacific is a Christ‑centered, urban, diverse, minority‑serving, Hispanic‑serving, liberal arts University dedicated to providing students with an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. Our hiring practices reflect our missional commitment to being a Christ‑centered institution.

Warner Pacific University’s Commitment to Diversity: Warner Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks a diverse workforce of committed Christians from all racial, ethnic, and socio‑economic backgrounds. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Employment and Lifestyle Standards: Warner Pacific is a Christ‑centered urban liberal arts University dedicated to providing students from diverse backgrounds an education that prepares them to engage actively in a constantly changing world. The University was founded in 1937 by the Church of God (Anderson, Indiana). Central to Warner Pacific’s identity as a Christ‑centered higher education institution is the policy of hiring persons whose personal and professional lives reflect:

A belief in the deity of and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith, as interpreted through the historic witness of Scripture and the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit.

The practice of following Christ through day‑to‑day personal lifestyle choices.

A vitality of Christian experience maturing in insight and application and appreciative of differing viewpoints.

A commitment to life‑long learning and service through personal and professional development.

For teaching faculty, the expression of artful teaching, based on mastery of relevant subject matter and in an environment of purposeful and rigorous inquiry amongst a community of scholars who support one another.

A capability, by temperament, preparation, and will, to support students as they confront the intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges of their lives.

A sensitivity to and support for the mission, core themes, vision, values, ethos and traditions of the Warner Pacific University community.

A commitment to teaching and serving in harmony with the doctrines of the Holy Bible.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Warner Pacific provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status and any other status protected by laws and regulations to which Warner Pacific is subject. All employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, transfers, and terminations are made in a manner that does not discriminate against individuals in the categories discussed above. Because Warner Pacific is a Christian liberal arts University, the University exercises its legal right to hire Christian employees to fulfill its mission and purpose.

Application Process: In order to be considered an applicant for this position, please complete our online employment application at https://warnerpacific.catsone.com/careers/1611-General. Click “Apply Now” to complete the online application, and submit the following:

Application

Cover Letter

Resume

NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and completing all required paperwork.

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