IT System Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Full-time 37.5 hrs/wk., occasional shifts out of normal business hours, and flexibility to be on call.

Salary: range $56,000 – $70,000. $70,000 is the midpoint of the salary range and is reserved for candidates who exceed the minimum qualifications and have significant, direct experience. Internal equity is used in determining the rate of pay.

Hours: M-F 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Position Details

The Addison Public Library is looking for someone to join our team as an IT System Administrator to perform day-to-day management of the library’s client devices, servers, and computer network. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills, with analytical problem-solving abilities; is service oriented, capable of adapting to a fast-paced work environment; is a team player, willing to collaborate, share, and train. They can expect to spend approximately 70% of work time on managing client devices and responding to IT tickets. They also assume system management responsibilities, with plenty of opportunities to select and implement a variety of new technologies.

What we’re looking for: 

• A person with a positive attitude who is an effective, enthusiastic, and respectful communicator.
• A person with intermediate-level knowledge of computer networks, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, group policy, Windows operating system, VMware, and MS 365 Administration.
• A person with intermediate-level knowledge of data backup and recovery.
• A person with intermediate-level experience installing, upgrading, and troubleshooting computer hardware, software, and peripherals.

What we offer: 

• Generous accrued paid time off including vacation, personal days, observed holidays, and sick days.
• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance paid at 100% (with an employee bio-screening). The dependent's insurance is paid at 50%. Additionally, the employer pays for life insurance and contributes to your IMRF pension.
• Tuition reimbursement, educational opportunities, and encouragement of professional growth
• A supportive work environment that focuses on serving the Addison community

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree, or five years of work experience, in computer or information science is required.
• Completion of (or considerable progress in) A+ and Network+ Certification is preferred.
• Available for IT network/system deployment, maintenance, and emergencies during evening and weekend hours.

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter.

The Addison Public Library is dedicated to fostering lifelong learning and literacy by providing opportunities to explore, create, and connect. We value cultural inclusiveness, respect, and diversity of thought; intellectual freedom; ethical and effective stewardship of resources; engagement with community members; and protection of user privacy and confidentiality.