System Administrator ***APPLY AT WPS.ORG***

Ensure every child reaches their full potential By Administering and supporting technology systems for the District while sustaining a high level of customer service., 1. Maintain communications by: a. Meeting with supervisor and/or District staff, e.g., vendors, District needs. b. Being accessible via District communication devices. c. Assessing, prioritizing and managing Help Desk tickets.

1. Provide network support by: a. Installing and supporting Local Area Network (LAN)/Wide Area Network (WAN) equipment. b. Testing for server hardware and software application compatibility. c. Setting up and administering remote access. d. Testing and deploying new desktop operating systems. e. Troubleshooting and supporting network cabling. f. Implementing network management tools. g. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.

2. Provide wireless support by: a. Installing and maintaining wireless network, access points, and/or central controllers. b. Administering wireless security. c. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.

3. Provide desktop and mobile device support by: a. Acting as second level support. b. Creating and managing computer images in a complex network with multiple software applications. c. Troubleshooting and administrating many software applications used across the organization. d. Implementing large scale equipment replacement cycles. e. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.

4. Provide server support by: a. Assessing requirements for server applications. b. Installing server applications. c. Planning and implementing assigned software and hardware upgrade projects.

5. Provide services to the District by: a. Ensuring completed tasks meet District standards. b. Performing other tasks as assigned.

6. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality of any information regarding students, personnel and all job-related matters.

*Bachelor’s degree preferred. *More than three years of experience in PC troubleshooting and Network troubleshooting preferred. *Certifications in computer hardware and/or software support preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: *Operating knowledge of personal computers and peripherals. *Operating knowledge with Microsoft Office and other software productivity applications. *Experience with Windows, Apple, and Macintosh operating systems. *Operating knowledge of email systems. *Knowledge and ability to provide support for network operating systems. *English language skills, bilingual desired. *Basic mathematical skills. *Personal computer and keyboarding skills. *Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of personnel in a positive and cooperative manner. *Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. *Ability to read, understand and interpret policies and procedures, laws, rules and instructions. *Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. *Ability to manage multiple priorities. *Ability to pass various pre-employment background screenings. *Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, building and department procedures.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: *Certifications in computer hardware and/or software support preferred.

Westminster Public Schools seeks Systems Administration for its Technology Services Department. Located just 15 minutes outside of downtown Denver, Westminster Public Schools is a culturally and ethnically diverse school district that offers a friendly work environment, a very competitive salary, and benefits., * Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance