Systems Administrator 3

The Georgia Dept. of Transportation (GDOT) is seeking a GIS Systems Administrator to monitor and support GDOT enterprise GIS applications using Esri System Monitor, perform system updates/upgrades, support Esri Roads and Highways users, develop system jobs within ActiveBatch job scheduling software, assists on IT Project tasks and data migration/development.

Responsibilities :

• Uses Esri System Monitor and works with server administrators to set up jobs to monitor, alert, and report status of GIS applications/services; troubleshoots and resolves issues identified in system monitoring
• Installs/configures ArcGIS Desktops in Citrix/Windows Virtual Desktop and Remote Desktop
• Configures GIS and supports users of Esri Roads and Highways, desktop, web, and mobile applications; provides end-user customer support and troubleshooting
• Configures GDOT ArcGIS Portal/Online to support application development and testing
• Develops, configures, and troubleshoots ArcGIS Server services
• Applies GIS patches and updates; assists in validating GIS applications after system maintenance or server updates
• Develops and schedules system jobs with (ActiveBatch) job scheduling software
• Assists in converting/importing data files to GIS formats/geodatabases
• Compiles and updates system support documentation; contributes to team knowledge base in SharePoint

Work Terms and Conditions:

• Candidate will be working remotely for the GDOT Office of IT Applications. Candidates will work with the supporting IT team members (database, network, server, etc.) and interact with business units. The candidate will follow internal GDOT standards and accept best practices for developed solutions.
• The position end date is set for the end of the Georgia DOT fiscal year. Georgia DOT may exercise the option to renew contracts in one-year increments. Several successful consultants have continued working for several years with contract extensions. However, Georgia DOT is under no obligation to extend contracts and may terminate employment at any time.
• Consultant is not expected to travel. However, for local candidates,in the event it is needed, Georgia
• DOT will reimburse authorized travel expenses lodging and meals. Georgia DOT will reimburse authorized travel use of personal vehicle use. Any travel expenses to relocate to Atlanta, GA, or in order to start work will not be reimbursed. All travel expense reimbursement shall be in accordance with State
• Consultant must have cell phone which can be used for business calls.
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