Job Location: Boulder, Colorado

Position Type & Term: This position will be hybrid, mostly remote with occasional on-site work required

Hiring Range: $96,127 - $120,159

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.*

Application Notes:

• Application Deadline: The position will be posted until March 24 or filled with priority given to applications submitted by March 17.

• Required application materials (preferably in PDF Format):

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter (Please address the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities indicated in the job posting below, as well as how you feel this position fits with your experience and goals)

• An Inclusion statement may be required for applicants advancing to an in-person or video interview. When applicable, candidates will be notified with instructions. Learn more.

• Work Authorization: US Residency is a Requirement. You must reside in the U.S. for this position. UCAR/NCAR will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., J-1, H-1B, etc.) for this position. U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or another protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) is required for this position. Please see “Final Considerations” for more information at the bottom

• International remote work is only available for 20 days per calendar year

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

• Pre-employment screenings are conducted for selected candidates; background checks are also conducted for risk-based positions. Learn more.

Benefits Overview (not including internship or casual roles) 

UCAR affirms its commitment to employees through competitive benefits. In addition to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance,  UCAR offers a variety of programs focused on work-life balance and professional, and personal development. These include:

• Tuition Assistance, time off allowance to attend classes, and other professional development opportunities

• UCAR contributes 10% of your eligible pay into your retirement account; 100% fully vested on day one

• Starting minimum accrual of 20 days of personal time off each year (prorated for less than full-time positions)

• 10 paid holidays

• 10 days of sick leave each year

• 14 weeks of paid parental leave

• Short-term medical leave paid at 100% of your regular salary

• EcoPass for local Colorado residents to use the Denver and Boulder-area transit system at no cost

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our organization is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and supported. To learn more about these efforts, visit the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategic Plan and our Diversity & Inclusion: A Welcoming Workplace site. 

Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a position if they do not meet almost 100% of the desired skills and experience. Please note this is not necessary! If you meet the minimum requirements and have a passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply. We can provide on-the-job training for the rest!

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT AT UCAR

Here is a brief outline of what one would expect to be responsible for in this role. 

Key Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities will be supporting and configuring Linux systems, DNS and DHCP

• Collaborates and works closely with technical groups within EIP and all of UCAR on server and supporting infrastructure coordination

• Manages workflow and provides superior levels of customer support

• Develops and maintains advanced processes and standards to increase system functionalities and efficiencies

• Participates in AGILE principles for project management

• Manages workflow and updates information through use of a common help desk

• Resolves problems and requests in minimum time and in an efficient and effective manner

• Tracks technology or processes and recommends changes to existing products or services to better aid the end user or improve efficiency of work environments

• Takes a leadership role in defining computer direction, solving problems, and developing standards and guides for diverse engineering activities

WHO WE’D LOVE TO JOIN OUR TEAM

Successful candidates will ensure their application materials speak to the following criteria:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer-related field

• 8 - 12 Years Experience

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expert knowledge of operating systems and networks in heterogeneous environments. Specifically, Red Hat Linux or derivatives

• Advanced knowledge of installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting and tuning procedures and interoperability constraints for computer and network hardware and software from multiple vendors

• Expert ability to adapt, integrate and install externally developed software

• Advanced knowledge and support for complex enterprise class services such as DNS, DHCP, LDAP, SMTP, Federated identity configurations, and authentication systems

• Advanced skill in allocating system resources

• Ability to work in a team environment effectively with members on different schedules

• Ability to stay current on industry practices and leading technologies

• Willingness to share information and collaborate with other systems administrators

• Willingness to occasionally work outside of normal working hours

SOME FINAL CONSIDERATIONS

Flexible Work

At UCAR, we are committed to supporting our mission by giving staff the flexibility to find the schedule and location that works best to maintain their own work-life circumstances and reach their full potential as professionals. Many positions within our organization are eligible for fully on-site, hybrid, fully-remote and/or flexible work schedules.

Employee Well-Being & Vaccines

In support of the health of our employees and their families, as well as visitors and the community, all UCAR employees are required to comply with UCAR’s COVID-19 vaccination policy, which requires staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject only to legally required accommodations implemented by HR, prior to their start date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

UCAR is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Whatever your intersection of identities, you are welcome at UCAR.

Export Control

This position is subject to work location requirements for obtaining access to facilities and research systems. These requirements may include pre-employment background and national security checks.  This position is open to U.S. Citizens, U.S. Green Card holders, and those eligible to obtain a U.S. Work Visa subject to U.S. export requirements.