Network and Systems Administrator Merced, CA

Position: Network and Systems Administrator at Merced Superior Court Merced, CA

Network and Systems Administrator job at Merced Superior Court. Merced, CA.

Salary: $87,110.40 - $ Annually

Location: CA, CA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 24-25-18

Division: Information Technology

Opening Date: 07/10/2025

Closing Date: 7/25/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

DEFINITION: Under general supervision of the Information Technology Director or designee, the Network and Systems Administrator performs a variety of professional duties in the development, programming, testing, implementation, documentation and maintenance of systems, and programs across multiple platforms and technologies. This position troubleshoots, analyzes and resolves systems and network hardware and software problems and provides technical support and training to end users.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Network and Systems Administrator is a journey/advanced level position primarily responsible for the Court’s computer systems which includes administering server operating systems, managing and securing data storage, implementing best practice security measures, supporting audio/visual, related Court systems applications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Manages virtual and physical server infrastructure including stability, maintenance, performance, security, organization, disaster recovery and backup systems
• Performs systems installations and configurations, analysis, upgrades, deployment, auditing, problem resolution, performance monitoring and maintenance of server hardware, storage, operating systems and software applications
• Oversees the implementation of security mechanisms, including testing, and monitoring to protect hardware and software resources; develops and implements latest cyber security best practices across Court systems and infrastructure
• Develops and documents internal IT policies and procedures related to change control, network access, usage and security, developing plans, processes and procedures for maintenance of internal systems
• Implements and installs new and upgraded hardware, operating systems, security, software, etc.; develops rollback plans and lab test new solutions and or changes prior to deployment
• Analyzes problems and identifies solutions to improve infrastructure and server performance and stability; provides documentation and training on infrastructure services
• Documents, organizes and tracks changes to servers, processes, procedures, parts, equipment, etc.; reviews and analyzes centralized logging data
• Generates reports and a list of recommendations to be reviewed for prioritization; handles complex technical network issues with minimal need for supervision
• Provides procurement support and problem resolution for all IT infrastructure, network, storage area network hardware, telecommunications, audio/visual, control and security system services; coordinates with vendors and third‑party contractors to resolve product support issues as directed
• Leads technical projects with various levels of complexity, trains end‑users regarding computer hardware and software applications
• Works with different project managers on multiple projects; establishes and maintains working relationships with department staff
• Demonstrates cooperative behavior with co‑workers and management; maintains professional appearance and demeanor
• Performs other duties as assigned; attends training as offered and/or directed; travels to off‑site courts, as directed
• Follows Court Personnel Policies, Safety Procedures and Court Code of Ethics; follows verbal and written directions; other duties as assigned

WORK HOURS

As directed, per Division needs, including overtime.

Supervisory Duties: None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year college or university in computer science, information technology or related field
• Directly related experience in a progressive technology environment may…