Systems Administrator Specialist

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The Franklin College Office of Information Technology (Franklin OIT) is a member of the Dean's Office and employs more than 40 full-time employees and student workers. As a Help Desk Institute ( HDI) Team Certified Organization, Franklin OIT is dedicated to providing exceptional IT support and leadership characterized by optimism, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Franklin OIT offers a variety of college-wide IT services for free and cost recovery rates. The office is responsible for overseeing department-level and college-wide technology purchases including computer lifecycle, faculty start-up, and student technology fee needs.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Some evenings and weekends will be required for on-call assistance and to meet project deadlines.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This position works as part of a team to utilize industry-standard tools and best practices to develop, operate, maintain, and monitor Linux and Windows systems, services, and infrastructure in both a VMWare ESX and a data center environment.

This position, along with other System Administrators in the college, is responsible for many core services for Franklin College including, but not limited to, file and print services, software licensing servers, and website hosting servers and infrastructure.

This position automates, manages, monitors, and troubleshoots servers and the applications running on them. This position works in collaboration with other systems administrators, IT professionals, instructional technology professionals, and web developers to provide, maintain, and support core, instructional, and research services for faculty and staff within the college.

In addition to strong technical skills, the ideal candidate will possess knowledge management and leadership skills as this position will serve as a technical lead and mentor for colleagues. This position also involves strong communication and interpersonal skills as it interfaces with colleagues and management to document, troubleshoot, and communicate about incidents and workflows.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.