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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

SERVER & VIRTUALIZATION ADMINISTRATOR

Position Status

Full Time

Classification Title

Professional-12 m

Work Location

Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX

Job Summary

The Server and Virtualization Administrator will implement, manage, and support server and virtualization technologies. This role involves monitoring, managing, optimizing, updating, backing up, and securing the server and virtualization infrastructure, operating systems, server tools, and server-side applications.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology and two years of relevant work experience, or five years of IT infrastructure administration experience
Experience in server management in a physical and virtual environment including VMware, Windows Server, Linux, and related systems
Possession of a valid Texas Driver License, good driving record, and insurability on Midland College's insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications

Professional certifications

Five years of server management experience in a physical and virtual environment including VMware, AWS, Azure, Windows Server, Linux and related systems

Five years of network administration experience, involving server configuration, upgrading, and patch management

Two years of experience in managing a VOIP phone system

Two years of experience in information technology security

Essential Functions

Focus on customer service

Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (Windows and Linux), including VMware or other virtualization platforms, to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security

Manage virtual machine deployments, migrations, and configurations, ensuring efficient resource allocation and high availability

Perform off-hours patching as necessary, along with quarterly maintenance patching

In conjunction with the IT security team, implement and monitor security measures for the protection of data

Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues in a timely and efficient manner

Manage backup operations and ensure data recovery processes are effective and tested regularly

Proactively monitor system performance and capacity planning to scale resources as needed

Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation for server setups, configurations, and procedures

Ensure all server operations comply with the college policies, state regulations, and other relevant standards

Lead or assist in IT projects that involve server infrastructure, including hardware upgrades or software deployments

Assist in managing other networking equipment, such as wireless communications, security cameras, and emergency notification systems

Assist with and support on-prem and cloud-based enterprise produces

Assist with and support applications

Participates in incident response activities, including containment, investigation, and recovery

Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time

Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Frequent communication with others, exchanging accurate information

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus

Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Occasionally ascends / descends a ladder up to 30 feet tall to service IT equipment

Flexibility to work both indoors and outdoors

Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Move frequently between the office and other locations on or off campus

Occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town

Security Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary

Max Salary

Pay Statement

Salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

P01333S2016

Open Date

01 / 30 / 2025

Position Available

Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online : Completed online application, resume, and transcripts (if applicable.) Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE : Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

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