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APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL: 3/1/2005 M/C – EXEMPT CITY OF FONTANA (IT)SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR DEFINITION: Under general direction, administers all aspects of server hardware and operating system installation, configuration and maintenance; plans, coordinates and analyzes system utilization; performs growth analysis and capacity planning; plans and coordinates projects to meet future needs; proactively performs preventive maintenance; automates system processes to the fullest extent possible; performs related duties as required. Additionally, incumbents in this position will serve as back-up for the Network Administrator and Database Administrator. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Incumbents must have the ability to: Evaluate, install, configure, document, back-up, protect, manage, and troubleshoot all server operating systems and hardware, including related hardware such as UPS and rack systems. Establish and maintain server hardware and software standards Monitor and audit server operating systems as well as related OS applications such as IIS. Administer, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Active Directory and network printing infrastructure. Establish, maintain and regularly update backup and restore procedures for servers, enterprise applications and databases. Assist in disaster recovery planning and testing. Plan, implement and document operating system security policies, client access permissions, file system permissions as well as coordinate overall security with Network Administrator. Establish personal and shared network storage for data and application files. Conduct growth analysis and capacity planning. Troubleshoot systems and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational problems. Monitor and tune system performance and develop cost-effective recommendations to improve service delivery and system reliability. Coordinate with other team members to patch and troubleshoot problems for enterprise applications. Coordinate with DBA to patch, create maintenance routines, back up, and troubleshoot all City databases and database servers. Maintain records and prepare and submit reports and correspondence as required by immediate supervisor. Work overtime and off-hours as needed, as well as participate in on-call rotation. Provide backup for core functions of Network Administrator. Provide backup for core functions of Database Administrator. THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER. WORKING CONDITIONS: In the performance of daily activities, this position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, and bending; also requires the ability to push, pull, drag and/or lift up to 25 pounds; normal manual dexterity and hand/eye ---PAGE BREAK--- IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR Page 2 coordination; repetitive hand movement using a computer keyboard and mouse; corrected vision to normal range; acute hearing; oral and written communication; use of standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, copiers, calculators and facsimiles; frequent contact with other staff and the public. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of four years working experience in systems administration in a Windows server environment OR a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Computer Information Systems or a closely related field and a minimum of two years applicable experience. Experience with Exchange and IIS is required. Experience managing multiple, interrelated servers in a 24 x 7 environment is highly desirable. Experience with HP/Compaq hardware, *nix, and VERITAS NetBackup desirable as well as Microsoft server certifications. Additionally, enterprise level security, disaster recovery, and business contingency planning experience or certifications are also desirable. LICENSES/CERTIFICATES: Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid Class California Driver’s License. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Successful candidates will be required to pass a drug screening, fingerprint screening, physical examination and a Police background investigation.