Network Systems Administrator

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Information Services Director, this is a technical support level position in the Information Services Department. The position encompasses a combination of network and systems administrator duties. This position will be required to provide technical support for the servers (physical and virtual), network and systems, enterprise backup and recovery, disaster planning coordination, cybersecurity related duties, telecommunications support, Township-wide end‑user support, Microsoft 365 administration and support, and other Information Services related functions and operations as necessary.

An employee in this position may be called upon to perform any or all of the following essential job functions, duties and responsibilities. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel labeled to this classification. The employee will perform other related duties as required.

• Responsible for the management and maintenance of the Township’s network infrastructure ensuring reliable operation and optimal performance, security and availability, integrating automation processes where appropriate. Including the Townships’ physical and virtual server (VMware) environment.
• Troubleshoot system and network related issues by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, and assessing impact issues.
• Monitor systems and network performance and take corrective actions when necessary to prevent downtime and disruptions. Including LAN, WAN and wireless infrastructure.
• Perform regular systems updates and patches to ensure network stability, security, and compliance.
• Perform and monitor regular server data backups and test backup systems to ensure successful restoration and disaster recovery operations.
• Network administration including Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy Management, Endpoint Protection, VMware, Veeam, Cisco Systems and Switches, Microsoft SQL, and Windows Servers.
• Be directly involved with the management and support of cybersecurity related functions.
• Systems administration involving multiple computer management systems across all Township Departments.
• Ensures that all information systems and networks operate according to internal standards, external accrediting agency standards, regulatory agencies, and legal requirements.
• Working with network hardware and software including routers, switches, firewalls and other network devices.
• Implement new network hardware and systems where necessary to increase optimum device utilization and performance.
• Collaborate with other Information Services team members, other Township Departments, and vendors as it relates to the Township networks and systems.
• Provide support for end‑users across all Township departments, addressing network-and computer related concerns and resolving technical issues promptly.
• Keep abreast of changing technology and techniques through research as well as attend conferences, workshops and seminars as appropriate.
• Review new equipment and software offerings and provide recommendations for purchase, prepares statistical analyses and reports.

In order for an employee to be successful, they must be able to perform all tasks satisfactorily as determined by the Information Services Director.

The salary range for the Network Systems Administrator is $80,000 to $87,000.00, based on experience, skills and qualifications. The Township offers comprehensive benefits and retirement packages including a 15% employer contribution to the retirement plan, generous medical benefits including an employer sponsored deductible, employer paid dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long‑term disability, and more!

The Charter Township of Plymouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other protected classes.

Interested applicants should submit application materials, including a completed…