Senior Systems Programmer-Server Operations (IT Services) Civil Service

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1 Administers all software applications and systems for the city providing senior level expertise and leadership to ensure support, development, troubleshooting, and implementation of effective software solutions; manages and oversees all of the City's Enterprise System's infrastructure.

• Technical Skills: Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with:
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022
  • VMware vSphere/ESXi
  • Microsoft Hyper-V
  • Active Directory
  • DNS & DHCP
  • Azure & AWS cloud platforms
  • Microsoft 365 administration
  • System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and a proactive approach to learning and implementing new technologies.
• No felony or class A misdemeanor convictions. 
• No class B misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years. 
• No family violence convictions. 
• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any felony, class A misdemeanor or class B misdemeanor charge. 
• Availability to work varying shifts (days, evenings, nights) including weekends, holidays and/or overtime. 

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer science, MIS, science, math or business field. 

• Four (4) years of administration and programming experience in Microsoft Windows environment.

• High school diploma or GED plus eight (8) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements. 
• An associate degree in any field plus six (6) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements. 
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in a non-specified field plus six (6) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• A Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Certification plus four (4) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
• A master’s degree or higher in a specified field plus two (2) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, or similar are highly desirable.
• One (1) year of AI environment management, licensing, governance

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.