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Position Announcement
March 20, 2008

Title:   Weekend Systems Operator

Department: Information Technology

Location:  University Center (Occasional Travel)

Reporting to: Director of University Systems

Position Description: 

This position requires an IT professional with a customer-centered focus to contribute to creating a positive support environment for all members of the campus community. This position is primarily responsible for providing timely service and on-going support for the University-wide systems operations. This position reports to the Director of University Systems. 

Responsibilities:  
  • Providing courteous, professional customer service support to users in need of technical assistance
  • Diagnosing, troubleshooting and repairing hardware and software problems within system operations as needed
  • Completing timely system-based reporting and batch processes as scheduled
  • Installing, maintaining and upgrading hardware and software for system operations; Occasional physical labor required
  • Maintaining knowledge of changing technologies
  • Monitor and maintain log files of all Windows and Linux based systems
  • Responsible for monitoring all PeopleSoft batch processes and completing daily run sheets on the status of these processes
  • Monitor the University Intrusion Detection System and document and report all critical incidents
  • Candidate will be required to answer and document weekend and evening Helpdesk calls received at the Network Operations Center
  • Flexible hours required, including weekends and evenings.  This is a second shift and weekend position.  

Qualifications:

  • Outstanding customer service, communication, and phone skills a must
  • Expert proficiency in installing, configuring and troubleshooting Windows 2000/2003 based systems
  • Broad based knowledge of computing technologies, including TCP/IP and other networking technologies
  • Expert technical experience with additional Windows Server components, including IIS, DNS, Group Policy, DHCP and SQL Server
  • Must be experienced in troubleshooting Active Directory and Microsoft Exchange 2003/2007 systems
  • Familiarity with PeopleSoft batch processes and Process Scheduler is required
  • Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems is a plus
  • Experience in a college or university environment
  • Ability to complete projects both independently and as a team player
  • Familiarity with networking/systems terminology and principles, including PeopleSoft.
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