Under the general supervision of the Director of Technology Operations, this position is responsible for providing professional-level technical support services to ensure the integrity and reliability of assigned servers, operating systems, and related data center, network applications and services. 

• Serve as the administrator of District server hardware and operating systems; monitor, report, and resolve system problems; propose policies and procedures relating to systems administration, security, and data storage; and assist in the implementation of such policies and procedures.  (E) 

• Install, configure, upgrade, and patch operating systems, network operating systems, system utility software, applications, and third party software on commonly used operating systems; install upgrades to operating systems and applications. (E)

• Install, configure, and maintain e-mail servers, list servers, web servers, proxy servers, and other servers; create virtual server environments for hosting various server operating systems. (E)

• Collaborate with Managers and assigned staff, plan, organize, and oversee projects related to the development, enhancement, maintenance, and implementation of enterprise server systems, databases, and related hardware and software; exercise functional supervision over contractors as warranted; ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules, and regulations.  (E)

• Collaborate with vendors to support District technology needs, evaluate project offerings, and produce and submit RFP, RFQ, and bid documents; maintain appropriate vendor relationships, and in conjunction with the purchasing department, research purchase agreements and contracts; formulate and recommend future network strategic third-party alliances.  (E)

• Collaborate with Managers to develop, implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans for servers; maintain updated local documentation on all aspects of servers and other equipment; respond to emergency calls as necessary regarding computer system failures or environmental system problems. (E)

• Create and maintain file shares and user accounts; create and maintain security policies for file shares and user accounts; maintain a highly reliable Active Directory and LDAP user account database. (E)

• Create and maintain scripts for the automation of server processes and documentation; create and maintain specialized scripts required for licensing, backup, and automated processes. (E)

• Attend meetings, workshops and conferences, participates in required technical training to maintain technical currency. (E)

• Collaborate with Peers, Networking Staff and Managers to design, implement, and maintain technologies to ensure the security of District networks and systems; develop security policies with management; work with network security team to suggest and validate firewall rules or modify existing rules to accomplish organizational objectives. 

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: 

Education: A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university preferably with coursework in management information systems, computer science, information technology, or a related field. Experience in addition to that listed below may be substituted for two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis provided that graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency is met. 

Experience: Three years of recent, full-time, paid experience administering server hardware and operating systems in an enterprise resource planning or multi-system environment.

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Principles and practices of relational database administration 
• Advanced principles and techniques of systems analysis
• Operating systems, including UNIX variants, Apple Macintosh OS X, Linux, and Windows
• Server 
• Virtual server environments for hosting various server operating systems
• Hardware and software monitoring tools to analyze system performance issues and make appropriate
• recommendations
• Programming languages, including HTML and XML.
• Oracle applications and UNIX/Linux.
• Security administration tools and practices 
• Principles and techniques of systems programming work, including analysis, design, and
• documentation
• Principles of project management 
• Operating system architecture
• Data storage technology
   

ABILITY TO:

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Quickly learn new technical skills and update acquired technical skills
• Anticipate, analyze, and resolve systems problems in order to meet established performance metrics for systems availability
• Effectively train non-technical personnel in IT-related subject matter
• Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable federal, state and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive technical reports and documentation
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously 
• Work under changing and intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

APPLICATION PROCESS - PLEASE READ

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the requested documents submitted through NEOGOV by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position.  

• Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply for. 
• It is important the applicants submit ALL documents requested for the application package to be deemed complete and given consideration. 

 This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered: 

• Application
• Current resume
• Letter of Intent (Cover Letter)
  • Copy of Transcripts of all degrees and Supplemental Coursework
  • All out of the country, transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting them with applications. 
  • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
• Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position. 
• Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized. 

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by April 12, 2024.  

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or

missing documents will not be considered.

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity
 Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law. 

To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661)722-6311.

 Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District. 

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. ______________________________________________________________________ 

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