What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Administrator position at Colorado State University?
Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Working Title
Systems Administrator
Position Location
Pueblo, CO
Work Location
Position is fully in-office / in-person
Research Professional Position
Posting Number
202402247AP
Position Type
Admin Professional / Research Professional
Classification Title
Prof / Indiv Contrib I
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours / Week
Proposed Annual Salary Range
53,000 - 63,000
Employee Benefits
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Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11 : 59pm (MT) on
01 / 20 / 2025
Description of Work Unit
At CSU Pueblo, the Information Technology team is a crucial part of the Colorado State University System, which encompasses CSU Fort Collins, CSU Pueblo, and CSU Spur. By working closely with university stakeholders and collaborating with IT teams across the CSU System, the Information Technology team located in Pueblo contributes to the system's goals of innovation and excellence, fostering a dynamic and effective IT environment on campus.
Driven by its purpose statement : Innovating IT, Empowering CSU and its values of Community, Collegiality, Reliability, Service and Simplicity, its team members work across the CSU System and in collaboration with stakeholders on the various CSU campuses. Reporting to the Vice President of Information Technology / CIO, our dedicated team delivers dynamic and innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of our students, faculty, and staff. Our work supports CSU's Principles of Community, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we help others discover and meet their potential while aiming to set the standard for IT throughout higher education.
At CSU's Division of IT, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual's unique background and perspective are valued and respected. However, we currently do not provide sponsorship for permanent resident cards.
Position Summary
Colorado State University seeks a highly collaborative, innovative, and enthusiastic candidate for the position of System Administrator. Working for the Infrastructure and Systems Team, this position will provide system administration support at Colorado State University and work with members of a team to ensure production environments are maintained and healthy, document critical procedures and protocols, install and configure data center equipment, collaborate with campus partners on their infrastructure requirements, and continue to learn and research upcoming technologies beneficial to the university. This position will work in close collaboration with DoIT teams, particularly in networking, identity access management, and application development.
Required Job Qualifications
Preferred Job Qualifications
Diversity Statement
Personal and professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, service to the profession and / or diversity / inclusion activities.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Server Administration
Duty / Responsibility
infrastructure, both physical and virtual.
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
System Administration
Duty / Responsibility
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Projects
Duty / Responsibility
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Professional Development and Other Duties
Duty / Responsibility
review professional publications and other sources as appropriate, to maintain currency in the field.
Percentage Of Time
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact
Olivia Robinson, olivia.robinson@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Salary : $53,000 - $63,000
