Salary : $89,336.00 - $109,075.20 Annually
Location : Eric Rood Government Center (Western County), 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number:
Department: Information Systems
Opening Date: 09/10/2026
Closing Date: 9/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Definition and Class Characteristics
INTERVIEWS FOR SELECTED CANDIDATES WILL BE SCHEDULED THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 28, 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join us in the role of Network Systems Analyst for the Server Administration team! This position helps to implement and maintain dependable, stable, and secure server, storage, cloud, and identity management solutions.

The Network System Analyst assists with architecting the virtual and physical data storage, processing, identity, and Microsoft 365 infrastructure for all county departments and programs. Responsibilities may include implementing and maintaining systems across multiple locations, supporting primary and backup data centers, and cloud-based environments.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Network Systems Analyst collaborates and partners with members of other technical areas such as Applications, Desktop, Network, and Security to plan and execute projects and maintenance. This position is a key partner in diagnostics, troubleshooting, maintenance, and design and provides coordination and prioritization with the team. This position plans continuous improvement in the area of responsibility, providing recommendations for future upgrades and replacement needs to maintain a supportable and secure infrastructure.

The ideal Team Member possesses strong customer service skills, technical aptitude, and with a willingness to grow and learn. Strong candidates demonstrate strength in:

• VMWare and other hypervisor technologies administration
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Windows Server OS
• Active Directory Management & GPO
• SQL
• SSL Certificates
• PowerShell
• Cloud services
• Azure
• M365
• Exchange Online
• OneDrive
• Intune
• SSO / SAML
• SAN Administration
• Cyber security principles and best-practices
• Microsoft Systems Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Intune
• Project Management
• Systems Monitoring & Alerting

We are an equal opportunity employer. The position is fully benefited. The County of Nevada offers a competitive benefit package. The compensation package includes:

• CalPERS retirement plan, a defined benefit plan,
• Medical-several choices of HMO and PPO plans
• Dental-a "best in the business" dental plan
• Vision-includes annual eye exams and annual frame allowance
• Life Insurance-equal to $50,000 with an option to purchase additional, supplementary life insurance at group rates
• Flexible Spending Account-set aside, on a pre-tax basis, up to the IRS maximum for eligible health related expenses

View the to see the minimum requirements and to learn more about this job.
Education and Experience Required
Minimum Qualifications

Level I

Completion of two years of college-level work in information systems, computer science, or a closely related field.

(OR)

Completion of two years of college-level work in any subject and two years of technical work experience.

(OR)

Five years of directly related technical computer services work experience.
Benefits Guide

The is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit for additional benefit information.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
Health Insurance Plans

• Anthem Blue Cross Select HMO
• Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO
• Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
• Blue Shield Trio HMO
• Kaiser HMO
• PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
• PERS Platinum PPO
• PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)

Flexible Spending Accounts
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Basic Term Life
• Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
• Optional Dependent Term Life
• Optional Term Life

Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Ameritas Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and Ameritas VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and also provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55 Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60 Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62

CalPERS Safety tiers: Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50. Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55. Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57. We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page, , to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

Which of the following choices best describes your level of education? Please attach a copy of your college level transcripts (unofficial are accepted) or degree to your application.

• Did not graduate
• High School or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Some College

02

If you selected "Related Field", please explain. Otherwise, put 'N/A'.
03

If you attended college, how much of your college-level coursework was completed in information systems, computer science or a closely related field?

• N/A - Did not attend college
• None
• Less than 2 years
• More than 2 years

04

This position requires that you have technical work experience if your college coursework does not fall under the subject areas list above. What best describes your years of technical work experience?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

05

Which of the following best describes your years of experience performing work equivalent to Nevada County's classification of Network Systems Analyst I?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than5 years
• 5 or more years

06

Please provide brief examples of your experience and the number of years of experience in each of the following server administration areas.1. Windows Servers2. Active Directory3. Exchange Server4. M365 Tenant5. Cloud environments6. VMWare
07

Provide an example of your experience participating in a technical project team. What was your role?
08

Share details about a complex technology solution you have designed. Feel free to attach supporting documentation to your application.
09

Do you have other server administration experience other than what was listed in the job posting? If so, please elaborate. Include dates, duration and details concerning your experience.
Required Question