UNIX Systems Administrator jobs in Lansing, MI

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are hiring a system administrator. System administrators are the defenders of the digital world, responsible for keeping servers and networks secure and efficient. They're the frontline defenders against cyber threats and the architects of smooth operations. If you seek the thrill of managing complex systems, protecting vital information, and solving puzzles in real-time, then the role of a system administrator is your gateway to an exciting and impactful career. 

• Minimum associate degree in a Technical Field OR Systems Administration/System Engineer certification in Unix or Microsoft 
• Minimum 2 years of System Administration 
• A valid Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation are necessary. 
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values

• Bachelor (4-year) degree, with a technical major
• Four to six years system administration experience including, but not limited to:  
• Identity Management 
• Active Directory on Premise 
• Azure (Microsoft Entra ID) Active Directory 
• Cloud Administration (Microsoft 365, Google for Education or Business) 
• Windows Server/ File Server 
• Endpoint Security Management 
• Experience managing servers in a virtual environment

• Install, configure, and maintain server operating systems such as Windows Server, Linux, or Unix. 
• Install and configure software applications and updates across the organization's systems. 
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access levels on servers and cloud systems. 
• Provide technical support to end-users, addressing issues related to hardware, software, and network connectivity. 
• Respond to security incidents and breaches, investigate root causes, and implement measures to prevent recurrence. 
• Create and maintain documentation for common issues and solutions to facilitate self-service support for users. 
• Work may include evenings and weekends, occasionally with little advanced notice. 
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from colleagues, managers, and professional development sessions.
• Build relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders to ensure a safe, welcoming, and collaborative work environment.
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission.

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion. We offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

We value diverse perspectives, fostering a rich environment for both professional growth and student experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite all passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. A member of our team will be in contact with you about setting up interviews within two weeks of the posting’s closing if you are selected. If you are interested in multiple positions that are in the same department (i.e. multiple teaching positions), you only need to apply to one posting, as we consider all of our incoming external candidates for all the roles for which they are potentially qualified. If you'd like, you can indicate in the final question other roles for which you might be interested.

If you are an internal candidate, please apply with your SSO email address (i.e. smithj0601@lansingschools.net instead of john.smith@lansingschools.net). Also, while a resume will help your candidacy as an internal candidate, you do not need to submit one. The application will still require one though, so submit a blank document instead.

Again, we are incredibly grateful that you are interested in joining our mission-driven team, and we can't wait to meet you!