Systems Administrator II

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The UGA Facilities Management Division is the largest of 7 divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 800 personnel manage, operate, and maintain campus landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University of Georgia.

College/Unit/Department website: https://fmd.uga.edu

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, On call rotation

Some night and/or weekend work may be needed to meet the needs of the organization

Advertised Salary: 65,000 - 75,000

Posting Date: 08/10/2026

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 09/15/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without employer sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Classification Title: Systems Administrator II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Position Summary: This position is responsible for systems administration and providing general IT client support. Personnel in this position setup, maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot physical and virtual servers, virtual desktop infrastructure, networking, and additional IT managed systems. This employee also works with the helpdesk to assist with client related issues and develops and maintains written documentation to support the administration and maintenance of production quality services. Technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential for success. The work of an IT Systems Administrator will vary according to the nature of the employing organization and the level of responsibility associated with the position. The person in this position may be an IT generalist or an employee with multiple technical specialties including, but not limited to, systems administration, web development, network administration.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Experience administering Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Servers, and Windows Clients.
• Experience with VMware vSphere and Horizon administration, as well as gold image creating and optimization.
• Proficient with PowerShell, or a similar scripting language.
• Knowledge of computer networking, and able to troubleshoot network related issues from the physical to application layer.
• Experience with application layer firewalls.

Physical Demands:

• Sit and/or stand at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Stand up and walk for extended periods of time.
• Regularly drive around campus to perform job related duties.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. during an average work shift.
• Stand, stoop, squat, bend, crawl, and walk up and down steps and ladders.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? : Yes

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Systems administration including designing, maintaining, upgrading, and troubleshooting physical and virtual servers, VDI environments, network infrastructure, and firewalls. (40%)
• Maintaining, upgrading, and supporting hardware and software for FMD end users, HVAC systems, and other systems as needed. (20%)
• Planning, creation, management, and maintenance of Active Directory objects and group policies. PowerShell scripting for automation, management, and reports. (15%)
• Project management coordinating with other departments, external contractors, and vendors. (10%)
• Creating and maintaining documentation related to systems, applications, and processes. (10%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: William Brand

Recruitment Contact Email: wtbrand@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone: 706-542-7551