Job no: 493684
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Elgin, IL
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Categories: Information Technology
Role: Systems Administrator

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Mon-Fri - 8am-5pm

$47,965

Non-Exempt

No

An employee is this classification performs work of considerable difficulty in installing, maintaining and supporting the College’s computer systems and equipment. Work is distinguished by the ability to handle a variety of services that include installation, enhancement and support for applications and equipment. Provides technical expertise for strategic and long-term planning and the coordination of assignments for technicians. General supervision is received from the assigned manager.

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and 2 years experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.
2. Considerable knowledge of systems administration theories and concepts.
3. Considerable knowledge of computer hardware, software and network security principles.
4. Considerable knowledge integrating and administering hardware/software using various systems management platforms that include but are not limited to Microsoft SCCM, Jamf Pro and Google Admin Console.
5. Considerable knowledge in programming concepts for system automation using scripting languages.
6. Good knowledge of various database architectures with considerable skill to integrate with custom applications and scripts.
7. Good knowledge of A/V, automation and control systems.
8. Considerable skill in written and verbal communication.
9. Considerable skill in project management, problem solving and analytical aptitude.
10. Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.

1. Develop, configure, and maintain the systems to support the campus IT infrastructure.
2. Serve as top-level departmental resource for resolving highly technical problems and prepare appropriate documentation.
3. Administer various systems management platforms used by the department. Configure operating system deployment workflows.
4. Lend expertise, orient, and coordinate the efforts of the other full and part-time technicians for the day-to-day operations of the department.
5. Provides assistance to direct supervisor designing and developing processes used for various management tools and services.
Configure and maintain all virtual servers and services within the department.
6. Assist with departmental budgeting and planning to adjust for future technological needs.

1. Perform other job-related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.
2. Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.

Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly)

Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)

Moderate noise

Typical office or administrative

The initial posting date for this position is 03/16/2021. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 03/31/2021 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Advertised: March 16, 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled