Major DutiesUnder general supervision, the Systems Administrator works collaboratively as part of the library's technology team to manage and maintain endpoint environments and systems infrastructure, supports hardware and software, implements system enhancements and security requirements, troubleshoots technical issues, coordinates system upgrades, monitors capacity and performance, and provides technical guidance and training.
- Applies systems administration knowledge to ensure the availability, reliability, and security of systems.
- Deploys and provides maintenance of hardware/equipment and software and ensures compliance with security best practices.
- Investigates and resolves system-related issues, such as data corruption, connectivity problems, or performance degradation.
- Plans, coordinates, tests, executes, and validates system upgrades and ensures compatibility with new software versions or hardware upgrades.
- Monitors systems growth trends, assesses capacity requirements, and plans for future storage needs, including systems expansion, hardware upgrades, and resource allocation.
- Generates reports on systems performance, capacity utilization, and security compliance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Qualifications - Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
- Two years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in systems, equipment and server management is preferred.
- Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities - Knowledge and experience in higher education and library policies, practices, data needs, and data privacy regulations is preferred.
- Experience working in an enterprise environment and with Extron devices is highly desirable.
- Working knowledge of operating systems, server administration, scripting languages, virtualization technologies, cloud technologies, and related system administration concepts, principles, and technologies.
- Working knowledge of troubleshooting hardware and software issues and providing technical support.
- Strong organizational skills to plan, organize, and manage multiple time sensitive assignments and projects.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present technical information to technically diverse audiences in a clear, concise and respectful manner.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate, monitor, and resolve systems issues and then design, develop, implement, and document solutions.
- Proficiency in using applicable software, server, and system technologies and programs.
- Ability to provide leadership and guidance to others is preferred.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule - The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
- Classification: 0475 / Systems Administrator / Grade I
- The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $6492- $7027 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $6492 - $9458 per month.
- HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.
- This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
General Information - Applications received through October 26, 2026, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
- This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
Advertised: Oct 12 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 
