What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Manager - Systems Administration (Oakland, CA - US) position at Energy Solutions?
Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we've harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers.
We are currently seeking a full-time IT Manager (Systems Administration) to lead the IT systems administration function at ES and supervise a small team of junior staff members. They will be responsible for the implementation, support, and maintenance of the corporate network, telephony, and software platforms. The IT Manager will also require the demonstration of leadership and will include the supervision of junior staff member(s) within the IT department. Effective supervision will include the delegation of tasks to more junior staff members within the department while maintaining ultimate responsibility for the completion of tasks. The role is also a working manager role and will be expected to resolve tickets with team members as necessary and serve as a backup support when staff are out of the office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
AI Use
At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one's own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Office Locations and a Remote Workforce
Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.
Background Check Information
Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable Accommodations
Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email accommodation@energy-solution.com.
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We are currently seeking a full-time IT Manager (Systems Administration) to lead the IT systems administration function at ES and supervise a small team of junior staff members. They will be responsible for the implementation, support, and maintenance of the corporate network, telephony, and software platforms. The IT Manager will also require the demonstration of leadership and will include the supervision of junior staff member(s) within the IT department. Effective supervision will include the delegation of tasks to more junior staff members within the department while maintaining ultimate responsibility for the completion of tasks. The role is also a working manager role and will be expected to resolve tickets with team members as necessary and serve as a backup support when staff are out of the office.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead team of IT System Administrators to ensure high-quality maintenance of software and networks across a hybrid workforce
- Partner with other IT management and leadership (Support, Hardware, and Security) to develop and improve IT processes and best practices
- Ensure firmware and software is regularly patched on a fleet of Windows and Mac systems
- Ensure desktop operating systems are updated and patched
- Ensure corporate networks, telephony, alarm systems, and cameras are properly maintained and secure
- Lead development efforts regarding company cloud infrastructure in MS Azure
- Lead team to follow IT support best practices
- Work with direct team and peers to mitigate and resolve problems
- Author processes and documentation
- Develop staff to grow and succeed in various Information Technology career tracks
- Partner with IT Security Management to provide solutions adhering to SOC 2 NIST standards
- Report trends, progress of projects, significant problems, and the status of resolution efforts
- Other duties as needed
- Bachelors degree in a related field
- 8 years related experience in IT systems administration
- Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining networks
- Experience implementing and configuring various software systems
- Demonstrated experience in leading IT projects
- Certification or knowledge in MS Azure desktop VMs, SharePoint, Exchange Online
- Familiarity with systems including Datto RMM, Tableau, Slack, Zoom, InTune, and Alarm.com
- Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills
- Advanced knowledge of Windows, Mac OS, and networking troubleshooting.
- Ability to work and thrive independently
- A team player, able to work well with and be accommodating of their supervisor and other staff throughout the company
Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
AI Use
At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one's own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Office Locations and a Remote Workforce
Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming.
Background Check Information
Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.
Reasonable Accommodations
Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email accommodation@energy-solution.com.
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