Systems Administrator II

General Description and Classification Standards:

Defines, designs and implements network communications and solutions. This is a fully seasoned professional level (senior level) capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the profession with limited guidance or review. This level would be considered a promotional level and attainable by any incumbents in a work group who demonstrate the necessary knowledge, ability and performance.

Posting Expires: When Filled. 

Salary Range: $80,594.95- $107,594.26

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network administrators. 
• Sets up administrator and service accounts. 
• Maintains system documentation. 
• Tunes system performance. 
• Installs system wide software and allocates mass storage space.
• Engages in and supports any new modules or technologies added.
• Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
• Creates accounts and grants access for all onboarding employees.
• Monitors and responds to security threats.
• Provides on call support when necessary.
• Responds to special project needs.
• Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software and coordinates installation and back up recovery.
• Identifies problems and proposes solutions.
• Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related use of computing resources. 
• Provides training to other employees. 
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of concepts, processes and tools within professional area. 
• Well-developed network technical skills. 
• Skills in organizing and presenting information, proposals etc. 

Ability to plan and carry out virtually all typical assignments within network administration. Ability to build effective relationships within the City and to train others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience – Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis); and three (3) years of specific network experience. 

Licensures and Certifications – None.

Preferred Requirements – Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering with five (5) – eight (8) years of directly related professional work.

Work Environment:

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements: 

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.