Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator Salary $63,122.84 - $71,013.19 Annually Location Bismarck, ND Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202600028 Department Information Technology Opening Date 03/10/2026 Closing Date 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA Non-Exempt Description Benefits Questions Job Description This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of the city's information technology infrastructure. This includes performing necessary maintenance and monitoring to provide continuous network availability, security, server performance, and availability of all IT and GIS services and infrastructure. A Systems Administrator also aids the city's GIS/Systems Analyst Division in technical issues. The selection process will incluide a required onsite interview with finalist applicants selected for interviews. Examples of Duties

• Installs, configures, monitors, maintains and upgrades IT infrastructure, including but not limited to servers, network switches, server applications and email.
• Analyzes network problems and defines solutions.
• Manage, support, and ensure operating viability of local area network and wide area network both wired and wireless for all hours of operation.
• Uses ticket management software to respond to emails and telephone calls with requests for assistance of various technical issues; identifies and resolves problems and issues in a timely matter.
• Setup and support computer workstations and peripherals
• Manage assigned IT projects, as needed
• Commute to various City buildings to assist with IT related matters Manage Active Directory privileges and access rights.
• Provides information, testing, and recommendations for new technology to city staff
• Assists in the research, purchase, and implementation of new technology.
• Installs and configures new hardware and software
• Provides after-hours technical support.
• Installs wiring and cabling in support of network infrastructure.
• Maintains the city data center, which includes servers, switches, and virtual environment.
• Performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Proficiency in oral and written communication with internal and external stakeholders in English is required. If we determine AI has been used in the application and/or interview processes, the application will be disqualified. Supplemental Information

• Proficient in server hardware and operating systems.
• Proficient in computer software installation and maintenance principles.
• Proficient in basic hardware installation techniques.
• Proficient in the installation, maintenance, and repair of a variety of peripheral devices.
• Knowledge of domain security and principals.
• Skill in the provision of services to end users.
• Skill in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Proficient in prioritizing and planning.
• Proficient in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in project management.

City of Bismarck Benefits Summary 01 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 02 Please select all levels of education you have completed (check all that apply): None High school or GED Associate's degree Bachelor's degree or higher 03 How many years of technology related customer support do you have? None 1 year 2 years 3 yars 4 years or more 04 How many years of experience do you have working with server administration? None 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years or more 05 Please briefly describe your role in your experience with server administration. 06 How many years of SharePoint support experience do you have? None 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years or more 07 Please briefly describe your role and experience with Sharepoint support. 08 How many years of Intune support experience do you have? None 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years or more 09 Please briefly describe your role and experience with Intune support. 10 Please select which of these systems and software you have a minimum of one year experience with. None Aruba Central Microsoft SQL Server Microsoft SCCM Microsoft Office Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft Intune Windows Server Hardware Installation and Problem Determination Software Installation and Problem Determination Installation and Problem Determination of Public Safety Mobile Systems Cyber Security 11 How many years of Entra Active Directory experience do you have? None 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years or more 12 Please briefly describe your role and experience with Entra Active Directory. 13 How many years of Office 365 management experience do you have? None 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years or more 14 Please briefly describe your role and experience with Office 365 mangement. Required Question Employer Bismarck, City of (ND) Address 221 North 5th Street PO Box 5503 Bismarck, North Dakota, 58506 Phone 701-355-1333 Website https://www.bismarcknd.gov/