Job Information
State of Indiana Windows Systems Administrator Manager in Indianapolis, Indiana
Windows Systems Administrator Manager
Date Posted: Apr 16, 2024
Requisition ID: 442399
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for IndianaBegin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT):
The Indiana Office of Technology provides cost-effective, secure, consistent, reliable enterprise-technology services to our partner agencies so that they can better serve our mutual customer, the Hoosier taxpayer. IOT will also act as the technology and solution enabler for the State, helping its partner agencies achieve business objectives and innovation.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $79,118. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Role Overview:
The Systems Administrator Manager for Windows will work with the Platform Services Team to ensure Windows systems and hardware are properly configured and performing optimally. You will help to define OS software and hardware requirements for the agency and develop policies and procedures.
This role requires a high level of technical expertise in Windows systems.
A Day in the Life:
Direct information technology software systems and technical staff, resources, projects, and plans.
Develop and promulgate information technology policy and procedures.
Assign personnel to projects and direct activities.
Prepare performance reports and evaluate work.
Confer with and advise subordinates on administrative policies and procedures, technical problems, priorities, and methods.
Consult with personnel and management in other information systems sections to coordinate activities.
Consult with management and staff throughout the agency to ascertain technology needs.
Responsible for meeting budget goals and objectives.
Provide input to policy-level direction regarding standards and budget constraints.
Project software and hardware requirements in conjunction with other information technology managers.
Develop standards for all software system applications and provide technical guidance to the information technology staff.
Direct the interface of software systems with the hardware configuration and applications systems.
Responsible for configuration/capacity planning, and systems performance analysis and optimization.
Prepare activity and progress reports for software systems activities.
Effectively use resources to develop solutions.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
Ability to communicate effectively.
Thorough knowledge of information technology systems including software, hardware, and their impact on the various components.
Broad knowledge of information technology equipment, operation, and capabilities.
Extensive knowledge of the State’s information technology policies, practices, and procedures.
Maintains knowledge of current and emerging information technologies.
Broad knowledge of system software, system architecture, management principles, and new system software techniques.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skill sets.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid new parent leave
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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