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Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Associate Systems Administrator, Information Technology, (HYBRID ELIGIBLE) [R0144867] ROLE of the POSITION This position reports to the Senior 2 Systems Administrator/Supervisor overseeing the Professional Services team and provides full-time systems administration services in the Systems Engineering (SE) group of the Office of Information Technology. The incumbent builds and deploys systems under the supervision and direction of SE staff members. System administration includes tasks such as operating systems and application version upgrades, application of patches, performance tuning, troubleshooting hardware and software, hardware maintenance and growth projections, backup, recovery, security and engineering and administration of enterprise and departmental storage services. The Associate Systems Administrator plays a critical role in supporting student success by ensuring the seamless operation and accessibility of critical IT services that directly enhance the learning experience. This position manages and maintains the virtual desktop and application environment, enabling students to access virtual labs and specialized software essential for their coursework. By providing robust file services, web servers, and development environments, the Associate Systems Administrator supports faculty in delivering course materials, facilitating student collaboration, and creating hands-on learning opportunities in web and software development. Additionally, this role contributes to student data analysis initiatives, online education platforms, and the university mobile app, further enriching the student experience and promoting academic achievement. Through dedicated support for computer lab services like printing and file sharing, the Associate Systems Administrator ensures that students have the necessary tools and resources to thrive in their academic pursuits. FLEXIBLE WORK – HYBRID ELIGIBLE This position is eligible to work a hybrid (remote/in-person) schedule based on acceptable performance and organizational needs in alignment with the for (subject to approval). PROFILE of the OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides leadership, support, training, and enterprise IT services that empower students, faculty, and staff. We are a dynamic group of 150+ full-time administrative faculty and staff and 125 student and temporary employees with a passion for providing excellent customer service to our campus constituents. We value individuality and encourage our employees to be their geekiest selves. We believe every person brings with them unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives and we value these differences. One of our best opportunities is to deliver a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and focused on equality and to hire candidates who share these values. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS This position requires an earned Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1 year of Systems Administrator experience or 3 years of IT Support Analyst experience or an equivalent amount of experience.   In addition, experience working in a higher education environment is preferred along with the following certifications: • VMware Certification • PMI CAPM • Microsoft Certification • Linux Certification • Kubernetes Certification The incumbent must have specific skill and knowledge in the following areas: KNOWLEDGE Required • Demonstrates understanding of operating system fundamentals. • Basic knowledge of system security best practices. • Understands virtualization fundamentals available on client-side computing. Preferred • Demonstrates knowledge of one or more of the following: operating system deployment, hardware configuration, backup and recovery and monitoring. • Proficient knowledge of local account security and system hardening. SKILLS Required • Understands virtualization fundamentals available on client-side computing. • Builds job-related skills necessary to successfully perform assigned duties. Stays up to date with new and emerging technologies. • Engages in a range of professional development areas such as project management, communication, group leadership, presentations, etc. • Capable of and actively works with multiple groups with a variety of perspectives and working towards a goal within the unit. • Capable of solving incidents/issues/problems using acquired knowledge, experience, and available resources. Preferred • None       ABILITIES Required • Demonstrates ability to take responsibility for assigned tasks. Seeks clarification, and provides updates and insights as needed. Completes assignments as directed. • Helps identify issues and works with others to find solutions. • Helps identify situations that may need an analysis of cause. • Demonstrates the ability to effectively convey ideas and share appropriate information. Is able to actively engage, navigate, and contribute to discussions among peers in the workgroup, vendors, customers, and other business units • Demonstrates the willingness and ability to learn new ideas and accept guidance from others. • Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with others.Actively participates in collaborative groups. Preferred • Proactively seeks solutions for recurring issues, acting independently when appropriate. COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit. SALARY Salary range is $80,200 to $82,600. Unable to offer more than stated salary range. • Comprehensive retirement plan with 100% match (17.5%) • Competitive total rewards package including: • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs • No state income tax for Nevada Residents • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents PERKS • Employee recognition and appreciation programs • * • UNLV athletics ticket discounts • Statewide employee purchase program discounts • discounts on and off campus • for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost • A comprehensive onboarding program, • Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

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