Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

* This position is not eligible for remote work
Advertised Salary Up to 54,000 Posting Date 10/31/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 12/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide name and contact information for three professional references.

This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Sys Administration Tech I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This position is responsible for administering Microsoft Intune and JAMF Pro environments to manage Windows and Apple devices across labs and EITS-supported units. It builds and maintains system configurations, software packages, and security policies to ensure compliance with university standards. This role also addresses restricted and sensitive data concerns through SOC notices and DLP alerts. The position serves as Data Network Liaison (DNL), coordinates with networking teams for IP management and VLAN configuration, and contributes to the development of desktop standards and automation initiatives throughout enterprise systems.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Windows/Mac OS and applications, Server 2012/2016, Active Directory, Group Policy, DHCP, Intune or other Windows management software, JAMF or other Apple management software, Apple Remote Desktop, Beyond Trust or other remote support tools, Boot Camp, Faronics Deep Freeze, PowerShell Scripting, Print Management, Hardware Repair, Project Management, knowledge of virtualization concepts, Teams, Adobe, UGAMart, Team Dynamix, Azure, and knowledge of mobile devices.

Physical Demands

• Lift computers and printers.
• Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Endpoint Administration and Support

• Administers Microsoft Intune and JAMF Pro environments, including device groups, licensing groups, RBAC groups, configurations, app deployments, Defender deployments, update rings, and patching.
• Supports Windows and Apple hardware/software for EITS staff and supported units.
• Creates and maintains GPOs and remote administration policies to manage client systems.
• Ensures compliance with UGA policies and information security standards.
• Addresses restricted and sensitive data concerns via SOC notices and DLP alerts.
• Provides requested reports to management and prepares monthly lab usage reports.
• Serves as Data Network Liaison (DNL) for EITS, Cost Recovery units, and Lab/Lending clients.
• Coordinates with networking teams for port activations, VLAN setup, and IP range management.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
Standards Development and Systems Improvement

• Develops and maintains desktop standards and operating procedures.
• Identifies opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborates with UGA and vendor partners to resolve technical issues.
• Maintains hardware and software environments following industry best practices.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Client Engagement and Team Participation

• Participates in departmental meetings, committees, and cross-team collaboration efforts.
• Engages with clients to gather feedback and ensure system reliability.
• Serves on hiring committees and other departmental initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
Lab and Classroom Systems Administration

• Oversees MLC Labs/Lending and Cost Recovery Lab/Classroom environments from equipment purchase through deployment and ongoing maintenance.
• Coordinates with Tech Lending staff on Tier 1 responsibilities while focusing on systems administration for lab and classroom environments.
• Provides software packaging and deployment for lab and classroom environments.
• Implements specialized software requests for instructional and research environments.
• Administers Adobe Creative Cloud, including package creation and account management.
• Conducts onboarding services for new employees to ensure proper equipment and access.

Percentage of time 40

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Alex Cann Recruitment Contact Email ajcann@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents