IT Systems Administrator

The IT Systems Administrator is responsible for supporting IT hardware, software systems and standards to ensure efficient operations of employee facing technology solutions.  Position is responsible for ownership and management of all managed employee devices including Desktops (Physical/Virtual), Laptops, Tablets, iPads and iPhones. Position will also manage the physical and virtual server life cycle that includes Hardware, Operating Systems and Virtual Platforms either on premise or hosted. This position also shares responsibility with, application, network and security systems to ensure MVEC infrastructure is reliable, accessible and secure.  Successful candidate will possess the ability to research, recommend and implement technical solutions to business needs while maintaining technical security controls that ensure the confidentiality, integrity & availability of MVEC data.                                          

The Team Members are empowered to spend most time doing MVEC’s hands-on work. Leading by example, the Team Member’s focus is to:

• Successfully carry out daily work, implement process improvements, suggest new ideas, serve on Teams, and proactively identify and resolve problems.
• Participate in setting goals and investigate training opportunities to build their skill set which allows work objectives to further the cooperative's strategy.
• Work cooperatively across departments, communicate effectively and be responsive.

All Team Members are accountable to MVEC's vision and mission, serving the membership and Team with servant leadership, dedication to safety and following the Team Member handbook.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Desktop / Mobile Device support to include building, configuring and maintaining employee hardware. Install and maintain Operating System configurations, polices, patching and software delivery that is appropriate for each employee. Assist in helpdesk support tickets to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Implement, install and support server environments (Virtual and Physical).
• Work with MVEC’s IT Team to support company applications either hosted on MVEC infrastructure, 3rd Party or in the Cloud.  Including but not limited to NISC iVUE, Cloud Phone Platform, Microsoft Office 365.       
• Assist with network support and assist with architecture and support of network components, including Ethernet, firewall, switches, routers and other network components. 

Required Qualifications:

• 4 years' hands on experience building and configuring technologies
• Associate’s degree in IT, MIS, Computer or Data Science or related field
• Working knowledge of Windows Server and applications, VMware, Active Directory, Group policy, trouble shooting and repair of Windows Server, Windows Desktop Operating Systems.                                          
• Ability to manage multiple prioritizes effectively and navigate a dynamic workload providing positive end-user experiences 
• Effective written and verbal Communication skills, and problem solving 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field     
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Cloud
• Microsoft, VM Ware, Hardware Certifications
• Scripting knowledge (Python, Microsoft PowerShell)                                             

Pay and Benefits:

Starting Salary: $75,875 -$83,462

MVEC’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and paid time off, employee assistance programs, health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.

Work Authorization:

MVEC only employs those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

We are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you.

Applicant must be committed to providing service beyond members' expectations and lead by example. This position will be open for a minimum of 7 days from the day of posting. Applicants are encouraged to apply early to receive optimal consideration.

To apply, visit https://mvec.bamboohr.com/careers/44?source=aWQ9MjQ%3D

Equal Opportunity Employer