Information Systems Administrator

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Job summary

The City of Moorpark is looking for a skilled Information Systems Administrator with a focus on network and systems administration within a supportive government environment. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and a mentorship program, allowing individuals to positively impact their community.

Benefits

90% City paid health insurance for employee and dependents

100% City paid dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Three years of increasingly responsible information systems-related work.
• Bachelor's degree in information systems or computer science, or related field.
• Possession of relevant industry certifications, such as ISC2 or CompTIA, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and administration for computer and communication networks.
• Install, configure, and maintain operating systems and software.
• Manage end user help desk requests and provide support.

Skills

Communication

Technical Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or computer science

Tools

Virtual environments

Job description

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City of Moorpark

$82,222.40 - $110,614.40 Annually

Location

CA 93021, CA

Management

Job Number

2025-012

Finance

Opening Date

06/16/2025

Closing Date

7/6/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Small Team – Big Opportunity
If you are seeking a career in government where you can make a difference in the community every day and be part of a positive work culture that supports professional development, the City of Moorpark is the place for you. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated employee to join our team as an Information Systems Administrator. The City of Moorpark is a great place to make a big impact as part of a small team. Here at the City, we “Strive to preserve and improve the quality of life in Moorpark"and are always looking for others to further that vision.

We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package including 90% City paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% City paid dental, vision, life, short-term and long- term disability insurance for employee and dependents; CalPERS retirement; 2% City contribution of employee gross salary to deferred compensation; annual leave bank; 11 ½ days paid holidays; Flexible Spending Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); tuition reimbursement; voluntary, employee-paid, supplemental life insurance; and a 9/80 schedule for most departments;. (See and review the benefits tab). Here at the City of Moorpark, we have a mentorship program, an Employee Engagement Team, and we celebrate and recognize employees.

Below are some employee comments on why they like working for the City of Moorpark:

“There is teamwork in my department. When I need help, there is someone always there to assist me”.

“I like the All-Employee Meeting. The food is always good, and the City Manager gives updates on what is happening. We play games and recognize employees.”

• “I like working with professionals who are trying to do their best for the City.”

The Information Systems Administrator Position

Our new Information Systems Administrator will possess strong professional technical and interpersonal skills and will perform maintenance and administration for City's computer and communication networks, including virtual servers, private and public cloud systems, Windows desktop and server operating systems, network, communications, hardware, software systems, audio/video and broadcast systems. This position is responsible for providing a broad range of systems administration technical duties and delivering excellent customer service while providing end user support. Highly desirable candidates may include the certifications: ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), or CompTIA certifications such as A+, CiSA+, Network+, PenTest+, Project+ or Security +.

Classification Description

Small Team – Big Opportunity
If you are seeking a career in government where you can make a difference in the community every day and be part of a positive work culture that supports professional development, the City of Moorpark is the place for you. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated employee to join our team as an Information Systems Administrator. The City of Moorpark is a great place to make a big impact as part of a small team. Here at the City, we “Strive to preserve and improve the quality of life in Moorpark"and are always looking for others to further that vision.

We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package including 90% City paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% City paid dental, vision, life, short-term and long- term disability insurance for employee and dependents; CalPERS retirement; 2% City contribution of employee gross salary to deferred compensation; annual leave bank; 11 ½ days paid holidays; Flexible Spending Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); tuition reimbursement; voluntary, employee-paid, supplemental life insurance; and a 9/80 schedule for most departments;. (See and review the benefits tab). Here at the City of Moorpark, we have a mentorship program, an Employee Engagement Team, and we celebrate and recognize employees.

Below are some employee comments on why they like working for the City of Moorpark:

• “There is teamwork in my department. When I need help, there is someone always there to assist me”.

• “I like the All-Employee Meeting. The food is always good, and the City Manager gives updates on what is happening. We play games and recognize employees.”

• “I like working with professionals who are trying to do their best for the City.”

The Information Systems Administrator Position

Our new Information Systems Administrator will possess strong professional technical and interpersonal skills and will perform maintenance and administration for City's computer and communication networks, including virtual servers, private and public cloud systems, Windows desktop and server operating systems, network, communications, hardware, software systems, audio/video and broadcast systems. This position is responsible for providing a broad range of systems administration technical duties and delivering excellent customer service while providing end user support. Highly desirable candidates may include the certifications: ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), or CompTIA certifications such as A+, CiSA+, Network+, PenTest+, Project+ or Security +.

This position is overtime exempt and receives direction from assigned lead supervisor and department head or a division head designee; may exercise lead worker supervision over technical or clerical staff, administer contracts, and monitor performance.
Application deadline is July 6, 2025. Prompt application submission is encouraged.

Essential Functions

• Install, configure, test, upgrade, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot personal computers, computer components, software, and peripheral devices; maintain, install, and upgrade file servers and other network hardware.
• Troubleshoot system hardware, software, and operating system issues, identify root causes.
• Perform network administration functions including maintaining end user accounts and passwords, installing, upgrading, and maintaining software on servers, upgrading server hardware, and troubleshooting and resolving network connectivity issues.
• Manage end user help desk requests; may prioritize tickets.
• Install workstation computers, software, and hardware at assigned locations, ensure that all equipment and applications are functioning properly, and perform computer migration, backup, and recovery in physical and virtual environments.
• Provide e-mail system administration and maintenance.
• Perform monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance for network infrastructure, including wireless communications.
• Ensure system security and integrity including various level of systems administration and management of user groups and accounts.
• Assist with maintenance of assigned telephone system and other communication device systems.
• Install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain data and telephone cable infrastructure and other cable systems.
• Participate in the development of technical documentation and systems operating instructions for end users.
• Assist with training City staff in the procedures, methods, and equipment used in information systems technology.
• May participate in the development of the City annual budget.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of information systems and make recommendations regarding system, hardware, software, and peripheral purchases.
• Prioritize and coordinate work assignments.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics of information service systems, including hardware and software.
• Principles and techniques of computer and peripheral equipment repair and maintenance.
• Principles and practices of systems analysis, programming, and documentation.
• Principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of systems, networks, and applications.
• Industry computer, network, and data security principles and practices.
• Principles and practices of computer systems analysis and design, including database design and management.
• Computer operating systems.
• Virtual environments.
• Modern audio/video systems and solutions.
• Purchasing procedures and practices.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment.
• Methods and techniques of training and instruction.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to:

• Analyze, design, program, and maintain information systems and peripherals.
• Install computer equipment, related peripherals, and software.
• Analyze data and develop logical solutions to complex computer application and programming problems.
• Troubleshoot computer hardware and software problems.
• Make recommendations in information system selection and software application packages.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and graphical applications.
• Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Organize work to meet rapidly changing priorities.
• Plan system upgrades and develop and maintain schedules.
• Instruct and train City staff in information systems operations.
• Make recommendations on selection of information systems and software application packages.
• Prepare and present clear and concise administrative technical reports to a variety of City staff and officials.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Work on multiple concurrent projects with strict deadlines and with frequent interruptions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain mental capacity, which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Perform responsible and difficult administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
• Work well independently and in team environments

Experience, Training, License/Certificate, Working Conditions

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Equivalent to three years of increasingly responsible information systems related work experience operating, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining personal computers and assisting with Local Area Network management.

Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in information systems, computer science, or a closely related field. One year of the education requirement may be substituted with two years of responsible information systems technician work experience.

License or Certificate: Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Possession of information services industry recognized certifications are desirable, especially ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner.

Environmental Conditions: Office and server room environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time; travel to various locations; operating motorized vehicles; light to medium lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling; climbing; balancing; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; reaching; handling; use of fingers; talking; hearing; near and far acuity; depth perception; exposure to vibration, confined work space, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards.