What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Administrator position at Lee County, FL?
Salary : $61,612.30 - $140,020.82 Annually
Location : Fort Myers, FL
Job Type : Full-Time Regular
Job Number : 07429KF
Department : Public Safety
Opening Date : 02 / 06 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
FLSA : Exempt
Description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Systems Administrator specializing in Public Safety Technology to join our team. In this role, you will design, implement, and support critical systems that ensure the reliability and security of public safety operations. As a vital member of our organization, you will contribute to the stability and efficiency of technology systems essential to public safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in advanced IT systems and a commitment to maintaining high availability in mission-critical environments.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage Microsoft Active Directory, Azure, and Office365 environments.
- Configure and support Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to enhance system security.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell to streamline administrative tasks.
- Manage and maintain servers, virtual machines, and virtualization technologies including vSphere, vCenter, and ESXi.
- Implement and oversee vSphere Replication and Veeam Backup solutions to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery readiness.
- Monitor and support network infrastructure, VPN configurations, and secure remote access technologies such as NetMotion.
- Configure and maintain Cisco and Fortinet networking equipment to ensure optimal performance and security.
- Ensure system availability through high-availability configurations and proactive maintenance.
- Provide support for end-users and troubleshoot issues in a timely and efficient manner.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with public safety objectives.
- Provide after-hours and on-call support as needed to ensure critical systems remain operational in emergency situations. Participate in rotating on-call schedules to address urgent public safety IT needs.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of systems, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides. Ensure that all operational procedures are documented to facilitate knowledge transfer and continuity in case of team member turnover.
- Regularly perform disaster recovery tests to ensure that systems can be restored quickly and effectively. Ensure backups are regularly validated and that failover systems are properly tested for reliability.
- Monitor system performance and usage trends to anticipate future capacity needs. Optimize systems for both performance and resource efficiency to ensure that technology solutions are scalable to meet future public safety needs.
- Monitor and enforce system security policies to comply with public safety regulations and standards. Regularly review and update security patches, system configurations, and compliance audits to meet legal, regulatory, and industry-specific requirements.
- Work with external vendors and service providers to evaluate, select, and manage third-party solutions or integrations that align with public safety requirements.
Education, Experience, Licensing
Supplemental Information
Familiarity with the unique requirements of public safety technology systems is a plus.
The position's work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 30 p.m.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE / RECOVERY ACTIVITIES :
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER : The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits :
Financial Benefits :
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
Do you hold any certifications, licenses or specialized training that you believe are relevant to the position that you are applying? If yes, please list them below.
Have you ever held a position in which the primary role was the technical services support for an emergency response organization or an organization that requires high availability systems?
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?
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Salary : $61,612 - $140,021
