Position Type :
Technology / Systems Administrator
Date Posted : 1 / 10 / 2025
Location : North Campus
Date Available : 02 / 03 / 2025
Closing Date :
01 / 20 / 2025 THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title : Systems Administrator Department : Operations
Date : Updated December 20, 2024 FLSA Status : Exempt
Work Year : 260 Day Calendar Year
Hours : Monday through Friday 8 AM to 4 PM
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000
- depending upon previous relevant experience. Actual starting pay rate will be determined after a review of the work experience provided on the job application and resume.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES :
Responsible for the deployment, upkeep, maintenance, and training for all client-server hardware, network, user accounts and applications in support of the academic, operational, and business functions of TCA.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP :
Reports to the Technology Director
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Performs activities associated with deployment, configuration, and upgrade / patching of TCA servers, network equipment, and network services.Performs activities associated with OS and application deployment, configuration and upgrades of end user devices and client-server applications.Manage and support Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and OneDrive.Implement, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Azure solutions, including major services related to compute, storage, network, and securityAdminister the creation, operation, modification, deletion, licensing of user accounts and systems access for students, staff, and administrators where applicableCoordinate with TCA Technology Director, Academy School District20 information security personnel and third party vendors to implement and deliver tools to guard against internal or external threats to data security and integrityEnsure compliance with district and state requirements concerning the capture, uplink and reporting of dataAssists school staff with TCA's student information system to include activities to install, update, maintain, and troubleshoot / resolve issuesAssists with the support, coordination, and transfer of information between disparate school databases and assists with resolving access and integration issues with all school related dataCoordinate with external service providers and host(s) to provide project deliverables and resolve issues related to integration of third-party products and services.Accomplishes system backups for all servers at designated periodic intervalsImplement and maintain security policies and compliance measures.Carries and responds to a mobile communication device for the purpose of conducting school related business both during and after normal business hoursMARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Attends ongoing training and meetings as required in order to remain up to date on network policy, procedure, and performanceParticipate in school level Educational Technology and Information Literacy (ET / IL) meetings.Perform other duties as requiredMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION :
Bachelor's degree in System Administration, Computer Science, or Information Technology required
EXPERIENCE :
Information technology background, preferably in a K-12 educational setting. AzureAD, M365 Admin experience a plus
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Demonstrate strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities with hardware and softwareExhibit the prioritization and impact assessment capabilities to be highly responsive to operational needs, and provide superb customer service to meet client needs in a timely mannerDemonstrate initiative and the ability to work with limited supervision to resolve IT issuesAbility to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, administrators, staff, faculty, and studentsExhibit caring attitude toward students and staffCommitment to collaborative decision makingStrong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work in groupsAbility to effectively direct, supervise, and inter-relate computer knowledgePossess strong planning, prioritization, and implementation skillsStrong understanding of the effective use of technology in the schoolAbility to train others in procedures and the use of equipmentAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingSCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS :
Other departmentsEmployeesStudentsSupervisorsAdministratorsASD20 Technology Information Services (daily communication will be required)Contacts generally involve giving and receiving non-routine information
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Work is performed in an office environment to include classrooms and computer / server rooms within a school settingRequired to work normal business / school hours and other hours as needed to complete job dutiesRequired to be responsive to network emergencies after hours and / or on non-scheduled workdaysPHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They
are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
Typical demands require the employee to :Spend most work hours sitting, and occasionally standing, walking, or driving while performing job duties
Possess oral and auditory capacity to enable interpersonal communicationFrequently use eye, hand, and finger coordination to enable the use of equipment, writing utensils, and computersEngage in activities involving bending, stooping, reaching, or kneelingLift / carry burdens weighing up to 50 lbs. and push / pull burdens weighing up to 100 lbs.COGNITIVE FUNCTIONS :
The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive :
The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.
BENEFITS : 0.5 to 1.0 FTE :
The Classical Academy offers competitive pay and a robust total compensation package including :
MEDICAL : There are three options for Medical coverage, including an HSA option; as well as access to PeakMed for eligible staff members who elect a TCA Medical plan. The Classical Academy (TCA) makes a monthly contribution toward your medical premiums as an employee.DENTAL : Dental insurance is offered through Delta Dental of Colorado. TCA makes a monthly contribution toward the premium for this benefitLIFE / AD&D / LTD : Employees are provided a $25,000 group term life insurance through The Standard Life Insurance Company and offers an Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-term Disability policy as well. TCA pays the full cost of this benefit.PERA : Administered by Colorado PERA, this is a tax deferred retirement account to which you contribute 10% of your monthly earnings. TCA contributes 20.9% to the PERA pension trust fund on your behalf.VOLUNTARY VISION : EyeMed is the voluntary vision program available to TCA employees.WELLNESS PROGRAM : A voluntary wellness program though Orriant is offered in which employees are eligible to earn an incentive of up to $150 for participation with achievement of wellness activity goalsRETIREMENT OPTIONS : Employees may elect to participate in deferred income for retirement purposes : PERA Plus 401 (k)MEDICAL and DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT : This account allows employees to save money for unreimbursed medical expenses or dependent care expenses to be used within the plan year (July to June) on a tax-exempt basis. This reduces your taxable income.TIME OFF COMPENSATION : A 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employee is provided with Staff Leave and Personal Leave. For positions less than 1.0 FTE, your leave time will be prorated accordingly based on FTE. Our leave program is fully compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Workplace Act.PRIORITY ENROLLMENT STATUS : Children of staff members .4 FTE and above receive priority enrollment of their child / children at The Classical Academy.Ongoing Professional Development OpportunitiesStaff Appreciation Meals and EventsConditions of Employment :
Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the selected applicant shall be required to verify, within 72 hours of employment, her / his legal right to be employed in the United States.
The Classical Academy does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000
