Full-Time Permanent Systems Administrator

NC Community Colleges; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Carolina Community College in Jacksonville, NC is seeking a Full-Time Permanent Systems Administrator. The role oversees servers, storage, email, and enterprise apps to ensure secure, reliable operations.

Start date is January 2027, with standard hours Monday–Friday and potential evening/weekend work as needed. Applicants must have an associate’s degree in a computer-related field or a high school diploma with relevant work experience; certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience if no associate’s degree.
• Industry certifications and demonstrated technical experience are preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work evenings/weekends, including one scheduled Saturday per month.

Responsibilities

• Administers and maintains the College’s technology infrastructure, including servers and storage.
• Supports system performance, cybersecurity, backup and recovery processes.
• Monitors system health, applies updates, and maintains technical documentation.
• Assists with evaluating emerging technologies and regulatory compliance.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in a computer-related field

High school diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience

Job description

Full-Time Permanent Systems Administrator

Coastal Carolina Community College

Job Location

444 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, North Carolina 28546

Salary Grade

Job Reports To

Director of Information Systems Support Services

Job Category

Technical & Paraprofessional

Application Period

Opens: 11/02/2026

Closes: 11/15/2026

Target Start Date

01/04/2027

Expected Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., or 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

An Associate’s degree or higher in a computer-related field is required; candidates without an associate’s degree must possess a high school diploma or equivalent along with relevant work experience. Industry certifications and demonstrated technical experience are preferred. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed, including one scheduled Saturday evening per month.

Supplemental Information:

Official transcripts, including other documentation verifying all reported educational qualifications, are required. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for application purposes. The successful candidate must provide official transcripts at his or her expense within thirty (30) days of being notified of selection.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Description

This is an onsite, in-person position.

The Systems Administrator administers, maintains, and secures the College’s technology infrastructure, including servers, storage, email, and enterprise applications, to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient operations. The position supports system performance, cybersecurity, backup and recovery processes, and technology initiatives while maintaining compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.

The Systems Administrator maintains and supports physical and virtual servers, cloud platforms, identity and access management systems, email and collaboration services, enterprise resource planning systems, learning management systems, and related technologies to ensure reliable and efficient operations. Responsibilities include monitoring system health and availability, implementing system updates and patches, managing backup and recovery processes, responding to incidents and service requires, maintaining technical documentation, supporting user account administration, and ensuring the effective operation of core technology and communication services. The Systems Administrator also assists with evaluating emerging technologies, and supports cybersecurity and compliance initiatives.

Closing Date: November 15, 2026, or open until filled.
Start Date: January 4, 2027.
Standard Working Hours: Monday – Friday; 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., or 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Salary: $3,900.00 monthly.