Information Technology System Administrator III (SQLServer/Web Administrator) - The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

This is a journey level position performing Information Technology System Administrator job duties. Employee should have knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of Microsoft SQLServer database and web system administration (IIS, Apache Tomcat); principles, practices, and procedures of data management; operational characteristics of server operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux, and Unix; and methods and techniques to develop, test, and implement database or web application systems.

The Information Technology System Administrator III (Web/Application and/or SQL Server Administrator) will have the expertise in Microsoft Windows Server 2012 and newer, SQL Server databases administration 2012 and newer, Microsoft SharePoint System Administration, Apache and Microsoft IIS. The Information Technology System Administrator III will assist the Senior System Administrator to troubleshoot, monitor, analyze, and document systems, applications, operating on Microsoft Windows and Linux servers on various platforms. This may entail performing software installation, upgrade, and patches. The Information Technology System Administrator III may assist with the management and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server databases, websites, multi-tier applications, and Microsoft SharePoint applications/sites as well as assist the Senior System Administrator with new projects and system or application implementation.

Schedule: 44/36, Monday through Friday/Every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday 9 hours per day, 8 hours per day every other Friday. Start times are no earlier than 6 am and end times are no later than 6 pm.

Hybrid: Metropolitan’s current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule.

Travel: This position will require travel to various District facilities throughout the service area, sometimes requiring overnight stay in the project area.

This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.

To view the full job description click here: Information Technology System Administrator III

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience.

A degree in a related field is defined as:  Computer Information System or Computer Science or related

Relevant Experience is defined as:  two years of experience if you have a Master’s degree or four years of experience if you have a Bachelor’s degree in deploying, configuring, administering, and debugging:  Windows and Linux servers, web servers (such as IIS, Apache, WebLogic or JBoss); OR Microsoft SharePoint & web certificates or Microsoft SQL Server databases.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this position may be required to obtain and maintain the following certifications, licensing and registrations:

License(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.

CLOSING
Benefits:
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.
• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.
• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Excellent working environment
• Public transportation reimbursements

• On-site fitness center

• Hub of public transportation: rail, subway, buses, and taxis

For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)

ABOUT MWD

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state-established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and helps its members to develop increased water conservation, recycling, storage and other resource-management programs.

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com.

Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic(s).

Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PT on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended.

Qualifying Experience: Your resume must at a minimum include the month and year you began and ended employment, name of the organization, your title, and a brief description of your experience. If your employment was part-time, make sure you identify it on your resume next to the month/year.

Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).