Network & Systems Administrator

CHAMPAIGN URBANA MASS TRANSIT DISTRICT • Urbana, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Network & Systems Administrator ensures that MTD’s technology is working effectively, and that Staff have the technology tools they need. The position is responsible for administering and supporting a large network of Windows based desktops, servers, and core network infrastructure. The person in this position will work under the supervision of the Technology Services Director.

Requirements

• An associate degree or equivalent experience in Network Administration or a related field is required.
• Experience with networking concepts such as the OSI Model, DNS, DHCP, Routing, Switching, and VLANs is required.
• Experience with the following technologies is required or strongly preferred: Microsoft Windows Server management including Active Directory, Group Policy, and Certificate Management
• Microsoft PowerShell scripting
• Microsoft SQL Server management
• Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune management
• Microsoft Azure or other public clouds

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of three years of progressively responsible work experience is preferred, preferably in a related work setting.
• Hands-on experience with networking, routing, switching, and firewalls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages, maintains, and troubleshoots internal and WAN network including switches, firewalls, and core network services (DHCP, DNS, etc.)
• Manages, maintains, and troubleshoots District servers and workstations. This may include physical, virtual, and cloud-based Windows and Linux servers.
• Performs operational administration of the District’s Active Directory domain environment and Entra ID cloud environment
• Administers the District’s backup systems and operations (configuration, schedules, job monitoring, retention, and routine restores) and ensures backups complete successfully
• Works under the direction of the Technology Services Director and in collaboration with the Cybersecurity Systems Administrator to implement cyber-security, disaster recovery, and data governance policies
• Maintains and deploys hardware and software solutions to support Staff. Analyzes workflows and ensures adequate access to technology resources.
• Reviews existing software, hardware, and networks, and troubleshoots any challenges to effectively meet District needs.
• Administers Microsoft Intune endpoint management, including device enrollment and configuration, compliance and update policies, application deployment, and troubleshooting device management issues
• Ensures the availability of communication infrastructure. This may include providing support for telephone, radio, video, and Internet communications.
• Reviews systems, identifies any challenges, and proactively suggests solutions, as well as responds to system failures and emergencies.
• Supports and administers third-party applications
• Manages and maintains facility camera system
• Creates and maintains documentation of server and network architecture and assists with maintaining hardware and software inventory
• Collaborates with and supports MTD staff by assisting with internal helpdesk

Benefits

• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension
• 100% employer-sponsored family health / dental / vision insurance premiums (employee + all dependents)
• A $40,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
• Voluntary insurance options
• Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick/earned time)
• Bereavement leave
• Parental leave
• Flexible spending account
• A deferred compensation investment match plan
• EAP
• Uniform allowance
• Fitness center
• Transportation
• Urbana Municipal Credit Union

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree