Sr Learning Management System Administra

Clarkson University; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY seeks a Senior Learning Management System Administrator to own Moodle end-to-end. You will manage Linux servers and the database, optimize performance, and ensure a smooth user experience for faculty and students.

The role sits at the intersection of systems administration and educational technology, requiring Moodle expertise and strong collaboration with instructional designers.

Qualifications

• Experience administering Moodle LMS in higher education or enterprise settings.
• 2: Five to seven years of system administration experience.
• 3: Strong collaboration with instructional designers and educators.

Responsibilities

• Own Moodle end-to-end operations, configuration, and maintenance.
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Skills

Moodle administration

Linux server administration

SQL

Redis cache tuning

Instructional designer collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Linux servers

Moodle LMS

MySQL/PostgreSQL

Job description

Sr Learning Management System Administrator (Potsdam, NY)

Position Summary: As the Senior Learning Management System Administrator, you will be responsible for owning our Moodle LMS end-to-end. You will manage the Linux servers and database it runs on, through the application layer, to the day-to-day experience of the faculty and students who use it. This role sits at the intersection of systems administration and educational technology. You should be equally comfortable tuning a SQL query, optimizing a redis cache, and helping an instructional designer get a course built correctly. You will work closely with the IT team, instructional designers, and educators to ensure that the LMS effectively supports course delivery, user experience, and data management. This position requires in-depth expertise in Moodle administration and Linux server management. You may also be tasked with maintaining other Linux systems. The Senior Learning Management System Administrator reports to the Director of Network Services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of secondary education (high school) or equivalent.
• Five to seven years of system administration.

Salary

Range: $70,000- $97,000 based on experience