Systems Administrator II

Job Description

2626 W Beryl Ave Phoenix Arizona, 85021,\n
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\n Position Description :\n
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\nProvides technical expertise in the architecture, design, and implementation of server infrastructure and applications for Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and its affiliated entities. Responsible for the design, configuration, maintenance, and reliability of computer systems and servers.\n
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\n Essential Duties and Responsibilities :\n
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  \n Participates in the evaluation, recommendation, and selection of server infrastructure, including consulting with end users.
  
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  \n Responsible for ensuring software is optimally licensed and within contracted guidelines.
  
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  \n Ensures system compliance with availability and performance standards.
  
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  \n Responsible for ensuring proper server design, installation, troubleshooting and hardware testing, ongoing maintenance of production and staging/QA environments and continuous monitoring and troubleshooting.
  
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  \n Handles escalated and complex system issues, possessing expert knowledge of subject matter.
  
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  \n Represents the organization at meetings and presents information to Business partners.
  
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  \n Responsible for the design and technical implementation and support of internal server and application products.
  
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  \n Performs or delegates regular backup operations and implements appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.
  
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  \n Installs and upgrades servers and software, manages virtual servers, and integrates automation processes.
  
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  \n Performs day-to-day monitoring, maintenance, configuration, reliability, and installation of server, workstations, and virtualization.
  
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  \n Develops system benchmarking, monitoring plans, and procedures related to servers, applications, and various operating systems.
  
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  \n Develops and maintains detailed maintenance and contingency plans and documentation for server infrastructure.
  
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  \n Provides detailed project status reporting as directed by leadership.
  
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  \n Mentor and/or provide guidance to junior members of the team.
  
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  \n Follows NIST security protocols for implementing solutions.
  
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  \n Follows the ITIL framework in day-to-day work.
  
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  \n This position is based out of the Phoenix office and works onsite.
  
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  \n Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.
  
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  \n Models Goodwill Core Values - Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation.
  
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  \n Performs other related duties, as assigned.
  
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\n Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills) :\n
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  \n Degree in Computer/Information Science, technical college or equivalent work experience preferred.
  
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  \n 5 years of systems administration experience required; 7-10+ years preferred
  
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  \n Current MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) Certification or VMWare Certified Professional preferred.
  
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  \n Knowledge of Microsoft operating systems including Windows Server 2019+, Windows 11, as well as Ubuntu Linux.
  
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  \n Extensive Microsoft O365 experience and Knowledge required
  
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  \n Design level knowledge of Citrix, VMWare, Cohesity, VDI and AppV preferred
  
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  \n Technical expertise in implementing and supporting highly complex Okta configurations
  
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  \n Advanced SCCM (MECM) experience including operating system deployment (imaging), application deployment, software updates, scripting, cloud management gateway, queries, and reporting
  
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  \n Working knowledge of virtual machine management in AWS and Azure
  
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  \n Working knowledge of HPE Nimble SAN solution
  
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  \n Advanced knowledge of Active Directory, DHCP, and DNS
  
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  \n Experience with Group Policy and PowerShell required
  
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  \n Experience creating scripts and implementing automated solutions
  
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  \n Knowledge of Mac Server desirable
  
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  \n Demonstrated strong knowledge of implementing best practices for IT operations, including expert knowledge of storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols
  
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  \n Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
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  \n Ability to speak and read English proficiently
  
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  \n Ability to collaborate and work effectively in partnership with others
  
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  \n Strong customer service orientation
  
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  \n Ability to multi task and work in a fast-paced environment
  
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  \n On call and afterhours support as needed
  
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  \n Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, where applicable for the position
  
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  \n Ability to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card
  
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\n Reasonable Accommodation Statement: \n
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\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n
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\nYou will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:\n
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• 5 Medical Plans
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• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
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• 3 Dental Plans
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• Vision Plan
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• 401K
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• Employer Paid Life Insurance
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• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation
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• Paid Holidays
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• These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!
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\nBecome a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.\n
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\nGoodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.\n
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\nIndividuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona at View phone number on jobswipe.net option 6 or View email address on jobswipe.net if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.\n
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\nFor questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at View phone number on jobswipe.net, option 5.\n
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