System Administrator I

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston Water System
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Description

System Administrator I

Job Announcement No: 25-024 (repost 24-139)

Vacant Position(s): 1

Department: Information Technology

NOTE: IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED FOR THE SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR I (24-139) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY FOR THIS POSITION.

Applications Accepted UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.

Salary Range: $72,238.40 ($34.73/hr.) - $111,966.40 ($53.83/hr.)

Grade: 111

Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Flexible)

Position Summary:

Position is responsible for optimal administration of Active Directory, Exchange, and virtual environments. SAN systems, server backups, spam and web filter portals, file/data security, basic network configuration and troubleshooting. Also assists with company-wide server selection along with installation, configuration and updating of those systems.

Essential Functions:
  • Manage routine maintenance of servers, which includes hardware, software and firmware updates.
  • Administer backup software and recovery processes.
  • Oversees network printers/copiers/scanners/plotters and all print server management
  • Assist System Admin II with administration of Windows servers, including, configuration, installation, and operation of servers.
  • Serve as escalation point for IT Technicians
  • Assist with administration, configuration and troubleshooting of virtual environment, including attached storage.
  • Assist in troubleshooting DNS, DHCP, group policy, replications issues
  • Assist in overseeing and troubleshooting of the on-prem and cloud active directory architecture
  • Assist with administration, configuration, and troubleshooting of Exchange, web filter and secure email gateway portal.
  • Document systems and procedures as needed.
  • Keep up to date knowledge with network market to be aware of new resources and potential problems.
  • May be required to work during emergency conditions.
  • Regular attendance is required.
  • Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures.
Additional Duties
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements

Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions
  • Ability to independently.
  • Repetitive motions - substantial movements of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds and push wheel cart weighing over 150 lbs. Objects greater than 50 lbs. requires a two person operation.
  • Ability to maneuver in various complex positions under desks, etc. for equipment installations.
  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs, and easily maneuver between buildings at the plants.
  • Ability to operate personal computer including keyboard and mouse.
  • Ability to visually read computer monitor.
  • Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, written definitions and details.
  • Ability to convey detailed information to co-workers and customers accurately and quickly.
  • Good oral, listening and written communication skills.
  • Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles.
Education and/or Experience
  • Associate's degree in Computer Science or related discipline and four (4) years' experience in system administration on a Microsoft enterprise network; OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline and one (1) year experience in system administration on a Microsoft enterprise network; OR a combination of education and experience to equal 7 years.
  • MCSA or MCSE certification of current operating system preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of most recent Windows server operating systems.
  • Strong experience in a Microsoft environment, including building and maintaining Windows servers. (virtual and physical servers)
  • Proven responsibility in managing projects and a Windows enterprise system.
  • Experience managing and configuring virtualized environments. VMware experiences a plus. Experience with and knowledge of SAN technology a plus.
  • Extensive knowledge of Active Directory and Exchange platforms. Including DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and SMTP.
  • Experience with enterprise level servers and SAN storage arrays preferred.
  • Experience with Cisco network hardware (switches/routers/firewalls/wireless) configuration preferred.
  • Experience with backup software a plus
  • Experience with firewalls a plus
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and other divisions.
  • Good oral, listening and written communication skills.
  • Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations
  • Valid South Carolina Driver's License required.
Training Needs:
  • OSHA and Departmental safety training as required.
  • Skills Based Training.
  • Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements.
  • ISO 14001 standards for department and company.
  • See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position.
Potential Career Path:

ELIGIBILITY FOR PROMOTION TO VARIOUS POSITIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMISSION DEPENDS UPON INDIVIDUAL QUALIFICATIONS, AND NOTED JOB PROGRESSIONS ARE NO GUARANTEE OF CAREER PATH TO THESE OR ANY OTHER JOB(S) AT THE COMMISSION.
  • Assistant Director of Information Technology
Date Posted: 16 February 2025
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