IT System Administrator I

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting closes: open until filled

Required documents (including transcripts) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Agency Information:

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov

Information Services/EBITS

Administration/Topeka

About the Position

• Who can apply: External

• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Regular

• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation: $60,000.00 annually. Salary may be dependent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Employment Benefits

In addition to the starting salary, the State of Kansas offers a significant benefits package that is available the first day of employment. All benefits eligible, full-time employees may elect to enroll in:

• Health Insurance including medical; dental; vision (plus optional partner/dependent coverage at reduced cost)

• Creation of and contribution to your, personal KPERS defined Retirement benefit

• 9-10 paid, annual holidays

• 12 paid, annual vacation days

• 12 paid, annual sick days

• 1 paid Discretionary Day

• Your personal life insurance policy equal to 150% of your starting salary

• This benefits package represents additional annual compensation.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

This position maintains the SCCM deployment environment and will work within the CAB process to handle all Microsoft and 3rd Party updates to desktops and/or servers in the DCF, KDADS, and Hospital enterprises, including patching updates, and mitigating security risks. Provides technical assistance for the user's computer equipment for the DCF, KDADS, and Hospital enterprises. This is considered Tier 3 support. Duties include, but aren't limited to, resolving cases, request, incidents within the ServiceNow incident tracking system, provide onsite and remote troubleshooting, and fixes to resolve computer issues/security risk/managing reporting. This position is responsible for developing desktop as a service (DTaaS) images for DCF, KDADS, and hospitals (and other state agencies as needed).

View the full position description: http://content.dcf.ks.gov/hr/careers/K0241154.pdf

Qualifications

Education: Associate's degree, Computer Science, or related degree - plus two years' experience in assisting computer users in a distributed computing environment. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in IT system administration roles. Experience in administering Windows Server and/or Linux/Unix operating systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting. Experience in network administration, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VPNs, and firewall configuration. Experience with server virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V, including virtual machine provisioning and management. Experience in managing and maintaining Active Directory services, including user account management, group policies, and security configurations. Experience in implementing and managing backup solutions for data protection and disaster recovery. Experience in managing and maintaining data center hardware, including servers, racks, power distribution, and cooling systems.

Experience with Scripting and Automation (e.g., PowerShell, Bash): Ability to automate routine tasks, streamline system administration processes, and facilitate hardware management. Experience in implementing and managing patch management processes to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure. Experience with IT security principles and practices for maintaining a secure IT environment using IT security standards such as NIST 800-40. Experience in maintaining accurate hardware inventory records and tracking equipment lifecycle.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

• Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

• Tax Clearance: If offered a position of employment, a valid/current Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate must be submitted. Visit the KDOR Tax Clearance Request Information page for more information.

Recruiter Contact Information

Email: DCF.Recruitment@ks.gov

Please reference this Job ID Number: 211814

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.

• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page.

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• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.

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• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.

• Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.

• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

• Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page

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Required Documents* for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers

• My Job Applications page

• State of Kansas online application

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Transcripts (if educational requirements are listed for this position)

If degree is a requirement listed, transcript must show proof of graduation or degree obtained.

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
• Required documents (including transcripts) must be uploaded by close date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents".

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter