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Systems Administrator (Vacancy)

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Systems Administrator (Vacancy)

Salary

$37.02 - $55.52 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-0564-V1

Department

60 Department of Public Utilities

Division

Division of Water

Opening Date

08/29/2025

Closing Date

9/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website athttp://utilities.columbus.gov/

Under direction, is responsible for performing a range of systems administration activities that include troubleshooting, installing, upgrading, and configuring assigned operating system(s), and providing reliable daily systems maintenance, evaluation and support; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Maintains day-to-day operation of operating systems (OS) including but not limited to upgrades, systems backups and recovery, user accounts, security logs, shell scripting, and systems health status;

Analyzes and resolves problems associated with server hardware and operating systems software; detects, diagnoses, reports, and/or corrects system/server problems; communicates with programmers and other IT staff to resolve these issues; closes help desk tickets as maintenance work is completed and/or problems are resolved;

Coordinates and communicates network maintenance schedule, repairs, and downtime to appropriate staff for communication to clients/users; coordinates hardware and software repair issues in conjunction with support personnel;

Monitors, analyzes, and resolves security issues regarding computer system; evaluates and installs security patches; remains current on operating system vulnerabilities;

Confers with management to determine user requirements, procedures, and problems in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness of existing operating systems or to create new systems; researches, analyzes and tests application or system software for compatibility and capability to perform necessary job assignments;

Installs new hardware and software packages; modifies, and adapts software features and structures to meet the needs of the clients; provides technical assistance to clients and end-users;

Writes system documentation, program specifications, production procedures, and/other documentation that may include user manuals and instructions; maintains accurate documentation and administrative information for the operating systems;

Provides training to staff and coaches subordinate personnel in the performance of their duties, raising their overall technical knowledge;

Participates in Citywide information technology projects; participates in professional activities to remain knowledgeable regarding developments in the field of systems administration.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in computer or information systems maintenance, systems administration, or systems analysis. Substitution(s): Possession of an associate's degree and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or valid certification as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server, Hewlett-Packard Unix Certified Systems Administrator (HP-UX CSA) or comparable certification and an additional two (2) years of experience as listed above, or an additional four (4) years of experience as listed above may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.

Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

NOTE:

Individual positions in this classification may require knowledge of, and experience in, specific operating systems such as UNIX, as noted on the vacancy notification.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-1046-V1

Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Elizabeth Hopkins

Department of Public Utilities

Division of Water

910 Dublin Rd.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645- 8515

E: [email protected]

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?

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Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework.

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Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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