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TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution’s 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.\nLocation: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.\nFor more information, click here.\nPosition Overview\nThe Systems Administrator III, under direction, serves as a technical lead for systems administration projects or services. Provides technical oversight for the application of and compliance with technical standards. Coordinates the technical activities of a systems administration support team.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nServer Administration, Operations & Technical Support\nProvides technical guidance and oversight for server administration.\nSets up and configures large and complex servers.\nDevelops complex system logic and configurations.\nConducts complex server performance analysis and tuning.\nCoordinates routine audits of systems and software.\nOversees and coordinates the analysis of system logs.\nCoordinates and monitors the problem management process, including backup support.\nTroubleshoots complex network problems.\nProvides Tier III technical support.\nOversees documentation of server support methods, procedures, and configurations.\nSecurity, Technology & Infrastructure Planning\nOversees system security activities designed to protect and recover client data.\nDevelops disaster recovery plans for complex systems.\nCoordinates evaluations of new technologies.\nMakes technology recommendations based on evaluation results and client needs.\nCreates, evaluates, and approves plans for new technology deployments.\nOversees and approves system integration testing plans.\nProvides technical oversight for planning large server hardware and software purchases.\nDevelops specifications and plans for large and complex server hardware purchases.\nProject Management, Coordination & Technical Leadership\nCollaborates with project leaders to develop project work plans and schedules.\nDefines and outlines project phases.\nIdentifies personnel and staffing requirements for projects.\nDetermines computing equipment and infrastructure requirements.\nProvides technical leadership and oversight throughout technology projects.\nCoordinates technical resources and activities to support successful system implementations.\nOther Duties\nThe above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.\nQualifications\nRequired Education\nBachelor’s degree in an applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nRequired Experience\nFive years of related experience.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nKnowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.\nKnowledge of project management, mentoring, negotiation skills, basic vendor relations, advanced client relations skills, proposal writing, business acumen, persuasive communication, adaptability to change, team leadership skills, and quality assurance methodologies.\nAbility to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.\nOther Requirements\nOther Requirements and Factors\nThis position is security sensitive\nThis position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.\nThis position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures\nAll tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements\nWhy Join the Javelina Nation?\nTexas A&M University-Kingsville offers a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, and service. All employees enjoy:\nA welcoming campus community\nOpportunities for professional development\nCompetitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System\nA rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals\nShared Values: TAMUK employees uphold the Shared Values of Care, Integrity, Pride, Innovation, and Excellence, which form the foundation of the University’s culture and guide its strategic plan. More information on TAMUK’s Strategic Plan and Shared Values can be found here.\n4DX: TAMUK employees actively engage in Franklin Covey’s 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) activities within their departments. TAMUK utilizes 4DX as the framework for pursuing strategic goals by creating a culture of high performance. This requires participation from all faculty and staff. More information on 4DX can be found here.\nCaring Campus: TAMUK employees embody the Institute for Evidence Based Change’s Caring Campus mindset, maintaining a collegial and caring attitude towards students and each other to foster student engagement and a positive, collaborative work environment. More information on Caring Campus can be found here.\nCompensation & Benefits\nCompensation: Commensurate with experience\nTexas A&M University-Kingsville offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. In addition to base pay, TAMUK provides eligible employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, professional growth, and financial security.\nBENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)\nWith our generous benefit package, robust professional development opportunities, strong retirement programs, and dedication to service excellence, TAMUK is a truly engaging and rewarding place to work.\nInsurance:\nMedical$0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).\nUp to 83% of premium covered by the university:Employee and Spouse\nEmployee and Children\nEmployee and Family coverage\n\nDental & Vision\nLife Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account\nOn-Campus Wellness Opportunities:\nTAMUK’s Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.\nWork Life Solutions:\nCounseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources\nTuition Benefits:\nEmployee Tuition Assistance Program\nBook scholarships\nPublic Service Loan Forgiveness\nRetirement:\nTeacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position\nVoluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan\nEmployee Leave:\n8+ hours of vacation per month\n8 hours of sick leave per month\n8 hours of paid Birthday leave\n12-15 paid holidays per year\nAdditional Information\nA federal proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M University-Kingsville will not pay this fee. If immigration sponsorship may be required for employment, consult with private immigration counsel, at the individual’s expense, is recommended to determine whether the individual’s current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University-Kingsville subject to this fee.\nIn addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if sponsorship for employment visa status is required now or in the future, this moratorium may affect the university’s ability to employ the selected final candidate. TAMUK will adhere to applicable regulations regarding visa opportunities.\nApplication Instructions\nDuring the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via \"Submit\" action.\nEmployment applications must include:\nCompleted online application\nCover Letter/Letter of Interest addressing qualifications\nCurriculum Vitae or Resume\nContact information for 3 professional references\nAll positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.\nAll positions are security-sensitive. 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