Information Technology Administrator

City of Claremont • Claremont, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This opportunity is available following the internal career advancement of a member of our team. The City of Claremont is seeking a highly motivated, service-oriented, technically skilled Information Technology Administrator to join our team. Under the direction of the Information Technology Officer, this position plays a critical role in ensuring the optimal performance, security, reliability, and availability of the City's technology environment. As a fiscally sound organization with a recently adopted balanced two-year budget, the City offers employees the opportunity to build their careers in a stable and well-managed municipal environment. We believe our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a workplace where innovation, collaboration, and public service come together to make a meaningful difference. If you would like to: Be part of an organization that values creativity and innovation and looks for new ways to improve services. Work in a diverse and dynamic technology environment where your expertise will be valued and your ideas can make a difference. Collaborate with talented professionals across departments, as well as technology partners and vendors. Serve the community while enjoying the opportunity to build a rewarding career in local government. Apply to be our next Information Technology Administrator!

Requirements

• Five years of progressively responsible experience involving information technology support with network, systems, or database administration, preferably in public safety or a municipal enterprise-level environment.
• Or Seven years of progressively responsible experience as an information technology administrator, network administrator, at an enterprise system level, with relevant certifications to perform the abovementioned duties.
• Or Any combination of progressive experience as an information technology administrator or network administrator at an enterprise system level with relevant certifications to perform the duties highlighted above.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information systems management, or a closely related field.
• A valid California driver’s license and good driving record are required.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of, or ability to obtain certification as a full-access California Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (CLETS) User.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the optimal operation, security, and reliability of servers, storage, cloud, and software systems across a diverse, multi-location, multi-platform environment.
• Provide expert-level technical system administration for physical and virtual servers.
• Support enterprise hardware, software, data management, telecommunications, and network infrastructure.
• Strengthen cybersecurity, network resilience, and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Oversee external contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure project requirements and timelines are met.
• Manage multiple technology projects while maintaining day-to-day operational excellence.
• Develop clear, comprehensive technical documentation and reports.
• Implement and support network policies designed to improve cybersecurity and organizational resilience.
• Provide indirect supervision over clerical and technical support personnel.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build careers in a stable and well-managed municipal environment.
• Work in a diverse and dynamic technology environment.
• Collaborate with talented professionals across departments, as well as technology partners and vendors.
• Serve the community.
• Opportunity to build a rewarding career in local government.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level