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Campus-Only Recruitment

Only current UM Employees* are eligible.

*Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees.

The Broadcast Media Center (BMC)- KUFM invites applications for a **Network/Computer Systems Administrator III **to oversee the overall efficiency and secure use of networks and/or server operating systems and server hardware. You will act as the first point of contact for IT communication and coordination of tasks and projects among users, supervisors, co-workers, and collaborates at the BMC.

Responsibilities (included but not limited to) :

• Conduct long-range planning, design, evaluation, and implementation of network/server systems
• Complete server and desktop maintenance and upgrades
• Conduct hardware and software testing; implement virus and other security measures
• Serve as project implementation leader, developer, and team member
• Support personnel with standard office automation software and web publishing, and ongoing testing and support of new applications
• Assist with advanced systems troubleshooting
• Research technical trends and new product developments, recommend new technology, and coordinate their deployment
• Provide high-level technical consultation and collaborates with Technical Director to analyze needs
• Assist in training of BMC producers and staff to increase and build computer, internet and security awareness and skills
• Work with the BMC Digital Content Manager to create, monitor and maintain efficient and effective integration between the BMC digital network storage and the online presentation platforms
• Work with BMC department leadership to devise and implement and maintain a modern, secure and robust network environment to support digital content creation and dissemination
• Additional duties as assigned by the Technical Director

You will supervise a computer support specialist, manage interactions with UM Campus IT Support and supervise student interns or work-study employees.

Required Skills

• Knowledge and experience in managing an OU and Group Policy under a corporate modeled Active Directory environment
• Knowledge and experience in LAN and WAN networks, Enterprise Cisco Catalyst network design, installation, configuration, management and troubleshooting
• Knowledge and experience in configuration and maintenance of servers, workstations, security, virtualization environments, NAS, SAN, Current Enterprise Windows and Server Operating Systems, Linux and embedded systems
• Knowledge and experience in Antivirus software evaluation, deployment, maintenance, updates; periodic reevaluation of software performance and effectiveness
• Knowledge and experience of backup implementation and maintenance, backups of data, server images, VMs, databases, mission-critical workstations
• Knowledge and experience of OS and application updates of physical and virtual servers, strategic implementation of security updates, upgrading and replacing hardware as needed to accommodate evolving application needs
• Knowledge and experience with Network and Internet Security Best Practices
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills including text and visual editing, moderation

Minimum Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related education and/or significant demonstrated experience, including three to five (3-5) years of progressively independent Network/Computer System Administrator experience
• IT project management and personnel supervision experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with Digital Television and Radio Broadcast specific protocols, services, software, automation systems, and hardware including DJB Zone, CODECs, TrueNAS.
• Knowledge and experience with microwave network links and support of remote networks and sites with tools such as TeamViewer, AnyDesk and TightVNC.
• Knowledge of public broadcasting digital platforms including NPR Core Publisher, NPROne, Public Media Platform, PBS Bento, Allegiance
• Two (2) years of experience working in public broadcasting

About KUFM- MTPR

Montana Public Radio enriches the mind and spirit, inspires a lifetime of learning, and connects communities through access to exceptional programming.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Position Details

Position Title: Network/Computer Systems Administrator III

Position Number: 777830

Department: Broadcast Media Center (KUFM)

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week),

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year,

evenings and weekends as needed

Salary: $31.557/hr.

Union Affiliation: None

Probationary Period: Six months minimum

Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan,

partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply

Application Deadline: **Sunday, June 2 , 2024 **by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Candidates are required to submit the following materials online via "New Resume/CV" button below.

A complete application Includes:

1. Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
2. Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
3. Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

***** Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• Delivery of World-Class preconstruction to our clients through daily management, supervision, and coordination with internal and external teams.
• Lead preconstruction through direct stake-holder interface, as well as oversee other projects led by Precon Managers and/or Project Executives.
• Develop project specific strategies to ensure highest quality deliverables and building of backlog.
• Compile relevant data from market and comparison studies to validate or adjust estimates.
• Analyze estimates to ensure alignment with market conditions.
• Identify project risks and ensure clear communication to stakeholders along with mitigation plans.
• Analyze reports to confirm financial health of projects, ensure deliverables are being met, and evaluate workload of staff.
• Develop and share best practices across projects/teams.
• Ensure work product meets company and client standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve process, the preconstruction experience, and lead change through annual operations initiatives.
• Develop preconstruction budget and track services rendered vs proposed and communicate as needed.
• Assist with winning new work through proposals, client interviews, and select pro-bono services
• Position to be part of Preconstruction team and reports to the Vice President of Preconstruction.
• Day-to-day close working relationship with Vice President of Preconstruction, Preconstruction Directors/Managers, Project Executives and Regional Directors