Jr. Systems Administrator

Responsible for assisting in and helping, maintain and troubleshoot an enterprise Windows, Linux, and VMware server environment as well as the supporting network infrastructure

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Manage the design, deployment, monitoring, maintenance, upgrade, patching and support of all Windows servers, operating systems, hardware, software, and peripherals
• Assist in managing and maintaining Office 365 suite of products
• Assist in the management of Office 365 SharePoint and OneDrive for Business
• Assist in the management of Microsoft licensing
• Manage and maintain login scripts and GPO
• Assist in the management of SQL Server databases
• Benchmark, analyze, and report on the Windows infrastructure to maintain system scalability, integration, redundancy, performance, and functionality
• Provide end-user services escalation requiring Windows administrative assistance for help desk services where necessary
• Manage and maintain backups and data retention
• This position requires the applicant to be on a rotating on-call schedule

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Expert level proficiency with Microsoft Windows Server products (3+ years)
• Extensive hands on experience in the administration of Windows Active Directory
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 suite of products
• Experience with GPOs
• Experience with Power Shell scripting
• Experience with backup software and data retention policies
• Working knowledge of x86 Hardware, especially HP and Dell servers

Desired Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified Professional
• Experience with Windows server 2008 – 2016
• Experience with Microsoft SQL 2012 – 2016
• Experience with supporting tools; such as SCCM
• Experience with backup solutions; such as Commvault
• Experience with NAS and SAN storage devices
• Knowledge of Fiber channel and ISCSI
• Experience with Ethernet networking

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job will have no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, this individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Attitude – Demonstrate a positive “can do” attitude; show motivation; must be goal oriented and a self-starter; be “solution-minded” rather than “problem-minded”
• Work Ethics – Must be dedicated, responsible, hard-working, and a team player
• Oral Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; participate in meetings
• Written Communication – Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; able to read and interpret written information
• Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures; support organization’s goals and values; benefit organization through outside activities
• Strategic Thinking – Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals; analyze market and competition; identify external threats and opportunities; must be able to contribute to group initiatives
• Quality Management – Look for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness
• Diversity – Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promote a harassment-free environment; build a diverse workforce
• Teamwork – Balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; support everyone’s efforts to succeed
• Judgment – Display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process; make timely decisions
• Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration, regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments
• Safety and Security – Observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly
• Adaptability – Adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; change approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Attendance and Punctuality – Be consistently at work and on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time
• Dependability – Follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commit to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; complete tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Innovation – Display original thinking and creativity; meet challenges with resourcefulness; develop innovative approaches and ideas

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Basic Computer Skills

• Knowledge of Internet, spreadsheet, and word processing software

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. The individual must be able to tolerate the scent of essential oils worn or diffused.

Young Living Essential Oils is an equal opportunity employer. Young Living participates in E-Verify, a service of DHS and SSA to confirm work authorization.