Systems and Network Project Administrator

Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) is seeking a skilled and collaborative IT professional to join our team as a Part-Time Systems and Network Project Administrator .

skilled and collaborative IT professional Part-Time Systems and Network Project Administrator In this role, you will work closely with IT leadership to support projects and operations involving the College’s systems, network infrastructure, and cloud platforms.

This position blends technical expertise with project coordination , providing vital support across ongoing initiatives in systems, networking, Microsoft 365, and Azure environments.

technical expertise with project coordination Key Responsibilities : Key Responsibilities : Project Coordination & Collaboration Project Coordination & Collaboration Collaborate with IT leadership to plan, execute, and monitor technology projects related to systems, network, and cloud infrastructure.

Track project progress, assist in documentation, and ensure timelines and deliverables are met.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and service providers as needed.

Contribute to process improvement and the development of IT best practices.

Collaborate with IT leadership to plan, execute, and monitor technology projects related to systems, network, and cloud infrastructure.

Collaborate with IT leadership to plan, execute, and monitor technology projects related to systems, network, and cloud infrastructure.

Track project progress, assist in documentation, and ensure timelines and deliverables are met.

Track project progress, assist in documentation, and ensure timelines and deliverables are met.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and service providers as needed.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders, vendors, and service providers as needed.

Contribute to process improvement and the development of IT best practices.

Contribute to process improvement and the development of IT best practices.

Systems Support Systems Support Assist in maintaining and monitoring servers, storage, and virtualized environments.

Provide support for Microsoft 365 administration , Azure AD , and related identity and access management functions.

Help maintain system backups, updates, and configuration documentation.

Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to system performance and accessibility.

Assist in maintaining and monitoring servers, storage, and virtualized environments.

Assist in maintaining and monitoring servers, storage, and virtualized environments.

Provide support for Microsoft 365 administration , Azure AD , and related identity and access management functions.

Provide support for Microsoft 365 administration , Azure AD , and related identity and access management functions.

Microsoft 365 administration Azure AD Help maintain system backups, updates, and configuration documentation.

Help maintain system backups, updates, and configuration documentation.

Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to system performance and accessibility.

Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to system performance and accessibility.

Network Support Network Support Provide hands-on assistance with campus network maintenance, including monitoring, configuration updates, and performance checks.

Support the administration of switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network hardware in collaboration with the IT Network Manager.

Help identify and remediate network issues to when needed.

Contribute to maintaining network security and documentation.

Provide hands-on assistance with campus network maintenance, including monitoring, configuration updates, and performance checks.

Provide hands-on assistance with campus network maintenance, including monitoring, configuration updates, and performance checks.

Support the administration of switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network hardware in collaboration with the IT Network Manager.

Support the administration of switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and other network hardware in collaboration with the IT Network Manager.

Help identify and remediate network issues to when needed.

Help identify and remediate network issues to when needed.

Contribute to maintaining network security and documentation.

Contribute to maintaining network security and documentation.

General IT Operations General IT Operations Participate in planning sessions for infrastructure upgrades, integrations, and security initiatives.

Maintain awareness of emerging technologies relevant to higher education IT environments.

Participate in planning sessions for infrastructure upgrades, integrations, and security initiatives.

Participate in planning sessions for infrastructure upgrades, integrations, and security initiatives.

Maintain awareness of emerging technologies relevant to higher education IT environments.

Maintain awareness of emerging technologies relevant to higher education IT environments.

Qualifications : Qualifications : Education & Experience Education & Experience Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

3–5 years of experience supporting IT systems and / or network environments.

Familiarity with Microsoft 365 , Azure , and Windows Server environments.

Experience with networking concepts (routing, VLANs, firewalls, wireless systems).

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

3–5 years of experience supporting IT systems and / or network environments.

3–5 years of experience supporting IT systems and / or network environments.

Familiarity with Microsoft 365 , Azure , and Windows Server environments.

Familiarity with Microsoft 365 , Azure , and Windows Server environments.

Microsoft 365 Azure Windows Server Experience with networking concepts (routing, VLANs, firewalls, wireless systems).

Experience with networking concepts (routing, VLANs, firewalls, wireless systems).

Skills & Competencies Skills & Competencies Strong collaboration and communication skills — comfortable working as part of a small, focused team.

Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage projects effectively.

Analytical mindset and strong troubleshooting abilities.

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational habits.

A proactive learner who enjoys supporting technical initiatives and process improvements.

Strong collaboration and communication skills — comfortable working as part of a small, focused team.

Strong collaboration and communication skills — comfortable working as part of a small, focused team.

Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage projects effectively.

Ability to balance multiple priorities and manage projects effectively.

Analytical mindset and strong troubleshooting abilities.

Analytical mindset and strong troubleshooting abilities.

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational habits.

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational habits.

A proactive learner who enjoys supporting technical initiatives and process improvements.

A proactive learner who enjoys supporting technical initiatives and process improvements.

Work Schedule : Work Schedule : About the College : Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program . SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered. About the College : Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. About the College Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members. Spartanburg Methodist College Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program . All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program E-Verify program . SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered. SMC SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered. Part-time position (approximately 15–20 hours per week).

Preferred schedule : Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Fridays are shorter workdays , as the College closes at 1 : 00 PM.

Flexibility may be available depending on project or system needs.

Part-time position (approximately 15–20 hours per week).

Part-time position (approximately 15–20 hours per week).

Part-time Preferred schedule : Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Preferred schedule : Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Fridays are shorter workdays , as the College closes at 1 : 00 PM.

Fridays are shorter workdays , as the College closes at 1 : 00 PM.

Fridays are shorter workdays Flexibility may be available depending on project or system needs.

Flexibility may be available depending on project or system needs.