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HWU I.T. Systems Administrator

City of Henderson Kentucky
Henderson, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2026
YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE WITH YOUR APPLICATION.HENDERSON WATER UTLITY CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:HWU IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR


PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
This classification's purpose is to provide front-line technical support to Henderson Water Utility (HWU) staff.  This role focuses on the daily maintenance of computer hardware, software, and peripherals, ensuring staff have the tools and support needed to do their jobs.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

•Serve as the primary point of contact for hardware and software support, responding to help desk inquires and troubleshooting technical issues for end-users.  
•Assist staff with Microsoft Office/365 issues, printer connectivity, and general software navigation.
•Perform the physical setup, configuration, and rollout of new PCs, workstations, and mobile devices such as iPads and iPhones.  Utilize mobile device management tools.
•Assist with basic Active Directory tasks, such as resetting passwords and provisioning accounts for new users, following established security protocols.
•Perform routine maintenance and repairs on computer systems, printers, IP cameras, and associated peripherals.
•Install, terminate, and test Ethernet cabling as needed to maintain workstation and office connectivity.  Assist in the mounting and configuration of CCTV cameras and security hardware.
•Maintain a vigilant lookout for potential security threats or policy violations and report them immediately to the IT & Automation Manager.
•Assist in the deployment of hardware and software with a focus on maintaining functional compatibility with City-wide IT standards to ensure mutual support capabilities
•Provide occasional technical assistance to City IT staff during joint initiatives or as required to maintain municipal operational continuity.
•Monitor automated backup logs to verify successful completion and report any failures or anomalies to the IT & Automation Manager.
•Create and update clear documentation for IT procedures, hardware configurations, and common troubleshooting steps.
•Assist the Automation group with various projects and system tasks as specifically assigned.
•Adhere to HWU ethical standards,.
•Collaborate with other IT team members to provide feedback on user-facing issues and assist in the deployment of approved technical improvements. 
•Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry best practices to share relevant insights with IT leadership. 
•Maintain strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
•Maintain excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail.
•Required to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
•Maintain regular and predictable in person attendance during regular business hours at Henderson Water Utility is required.
•Must undergo and successfully complete drug test and alcohol screening prior to employment and future drug test and/or alcohol screening throughout employment pursuant to the City’s 
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field supplemented by three
(3) years of previous relevant experience and/or training.
•Strong understanding of computer systems, networks, and operating systems.
•Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, iPadOS, and iOS operating systems.
•Basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols and services (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, etc.).
•Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
•Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A , Network , Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator) are a plus but not required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment and machinery, requiring the monitoring, adjustment, regulation, and/or setting of multiple conditions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentage; may include ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; may include ability to compute discount, interest, profit and loss, ratio and proportion; may include ability to calculate surface area, volumes, weights and measures.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Any oral or written statements or promises to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employees. This job description is subject to change by the employer (the Henderson Water Utility) at the discretion of the employer or as the needs of the employer and/or requirements of the job
change. The City of Henderson explicitly reserves the right to modify any of the provisions of this job description at any time and without notice. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties or essential functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.


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