[MACEP] Job Announcement: Systems Administrator

[Richard Kassissieh]

Dear MACEP,

We are seeking to hire a systems administrator to take primary
responsibility for server and network infrastructure maintenance and
secondary responsibility for user workstation support. Catlin Gabel is a
high-functioning independent school in SW Portland with a warm educational
community and a high interest in using technology to support the progressive
educational mission of the school.

To apply, please visit http://www.catlin.edu/employment/


CATLIN GABEL SCHOOL: SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

POSITION SUMMARY
The Systems Administrator has primary responsibility for network and server
hardware and software support and secondary responsibility for user
workstation hardware and software support. Serves as a member of the IS
Team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
€    Manage mixed-platform server environment including fifteen Windows
Server 2003, two Linux Fedora, and two Mac OS X servers. Troubleshoot and
resolve server hardware and software problems. Perform routine server
maintenance tasks (check error logs, install patches, monitor capacity and
performance). Manage configuration of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP. file,
database, and other services as necessary in response to school needs.
Manage server group policies and permissions to ensure network security.
Perform server upgrades and migrations as necessary. Manage backup software
and hardware systems to ensure consistent, reliable backup of server and
client data. Manage configuration of additional server software applications
such as voicemail, inventory, database, and deployment systems.
€    Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain Cisco LAN infrastructure (switches,
routers, wireless access points, cabling).
€    Provide end-user workstation hardware and software support, including
deployment, troubleshooting, maintenance, and on-demand training in a
mixed-platform, multi-function environment. Place and manage service calls
as necessary.
€    Create and maintain internal systems documentation including hardware
and software maintenance records, inventory records, and a procedures
resource book. Maintain organized library of electronic resources including
software and documentation.
€    Respond to technical requests from the Director of Information Services
and the Information Services Manager in a timely manner. Regularly
communicate project status and take responsibility for project completion.
€    Maintain up-to-date knowledge, skills and abilities on new and emerging
technologies that improve efficiency and effectiveness included but not
limited to new operating systems, methods, systems, hardware and software.
Make recommendations for proceeding in new directions where appropriate.
€    Complete server and network maintenance work after hours and on
weekends as necessary.

SCOPE OF WORK
The Systems Administrator is primarily responsible for ensuring the smooth
operation of the school¹s server and network environment. The successful
candidate must adapt to the academic calendar and its seasonal priorities,
be comfortable with and adept at multitasking, exercise sound judgment in
establishing priorities, regularly communicate with other members of the
technology staff, participate in shared decision-making, work independently
and effectively manage his/her time.  The ability to communicate and work
effectively in an academic setting with teachers, students, and
administrators of widely varying skills and abilities is critical.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This is not a supervisory position.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS
Daily interaction with the Catlin Gabel community including: faculty, staff,
students and parents.  Communications include face-to-face, phone and
electronic interactions.

SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS
Experience with Windows Server 2003, Windows XP Professional, Linux, and
Macintosh OS X operating systems. Experience configuring and supporting
Cisco local area network hardware. Experience installing and upgrading
hardware components such as RAID, NIC, video cards, RAM, hard drives and CD
ROMs.  Experience with laptop support.  Ability to prioritize and handle
multiple tasks successfully with strong attention to detail.  Ability to
work with a wide variety of people including students who have a wide range
of skill levels and abilities.  Ability to explain problems in non-technical
terms.  Ability to work independently, smoothly, even when under pressure
with several issues needing attention. Strong verbal and written
communication skills. Possess great team skills to work on group projects
and other collaborative efforts. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
BS/BA in Information Services/Technology, Computer Science or related field,
or previous experience with systems administration and individual in-person
support.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Occasional heavy lifting up to 50lbs. Walking required between multiple
buildings on campus. Interface with young children through adults. Time
spent on phone. Working with people in person. Time spent working on
computers.




-- 
Richard Kassissieh
Director of Information Services
Catlin Gabel School
kassissiehr at catlin.edu
http://www.kassblog.com
503 297-1894 x300


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