Senior Server Administrator

State of Washington

Olympia, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95,676–$125,544 Per Year
SKILLS
Access Control, Aged Care, Childcare, Collective Bargaining, Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Consulting, Disaster Recovery, Diversity, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, Federal Government, Flexible Spending Accounts, Government, Health Maintenance, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Mentoring, Messaging Technology, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft BizTalk Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Operational Support, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product Testing, Requirements Validation/Verification, Software Evaluation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Student Loans, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Time Management, Use Tax, User Documentation, VMWare, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Olympia, WA
POSTED
2 days ago

Senior Server Administrator

Salary

$95,676.00 - $125,544.00 Annually

Location

Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type

Exempt

Job Number

2026-59

Department

Administrative Office of the Courts

Opening Date

07/07/2026

Closing Date

7/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

  • Description
  • Benefits

Description

Responsible for the operation and support of Core Systems, such as Exchange, M365 Apps including SharePoint and Teams, On-Premises Microsoft Server platforms, Device Management platforms, and other Core Systems. Performs daily tasks, both common and complex, including monitoring/responding to ticketing requests, responding to system alerts, processing access control requests, new user creation, and creating documentation to share with team members. Other work may also be assigned by the Core Systems supervisor.

Washington Courts Employment Opportunity

Administrative Office of the Courts

Senior Server Administrator

Information Services Division

Our Mission: To advance the timely, effective, and equitable operations of the Washington State judicial branch.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance.

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

POSITION DETAILS

Job #: 2026-59

Status: Regular, Full-Time

Location: Olympia, Washington

Salary: Range 72: $95,676 - $125,544 per year (DOQ).

Opens: July 7, 2026

Closes: July 28, 2026. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven calendar days after posting.

WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.

This position requires at least 2 days per week working onsite at AOC facilities

Duties

  • Develop, maintain, and manage standard operating procedures and configurations for assigned systems.
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of AOC Infrastructure to independently learn and implement software products that best meets AOC business needs.
  • Perform complex troubleshooting and problem resolution to ensure business continuity, reliability and performance.
  • Regularly evaluate software products for accuracy, business impact, and potential problems to ensure the best product is used for AOC business needs.
  • Learn and utilize support products to minimize business impact and provide the highest level of productivity.
  • Consult and mentor AOC Staff and Court employees in order to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Independently create processes for upgrades, maintenance, and disaster recovery for assigned systems.
  • Perform lead duties in workgroups and projects as assigned by Core Systems supervisor. Lead duties include providing advanced knowledge of architecture, workload planning, instructing, training, monitoring and documentation.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple assigned tasks and execute parallel tasks in a high-pressure environment.
  • Serve as primary support for individual Core Systems including, BizTalk, Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and various COTS programs along with supporting their on-premise servers.
  • Performs other work as assigned.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or closely related field. Relevant experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

In addition to education/experience requirements, proficiency in the following areas is strongly desired:

  • Experience working specifically with Windows Active Directory Administration
  • Experience working directly with virtual environments, such as VMWare
  • Experience working with Azure, including identity management and resource creation/maintenance
  • Experience supporting Enterprise Messaging Systems, such as Microsoft Exchange
  • Experience administering Microsoft Office 365

THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Possess advanced knowledge of key system utilities and applications; such as the ones below. Responsibilities for these applications include learning, designing, documenting, implementing, troubleshooting, recovering, and training peers and staff.
  • M365 Administration, including SharePoint
  • Microsoft Server (All Versions)
  • Exchange - Enterprise Messaging
  • Disaster Recovery - Bi-annually restore systems at remote site, potentially using unlike hardware
  • BizTalk
  • Advanced knowledge of Active Directory/Windows server administration
  • Advanced knowledge of VMWare administration
  • Strong understanding of major enterprise Windows operating systems
  • Able to independently prioritize workload, clearly articulate technical concepts and work with various teams to provide timely, accurate, clear and concise service to all who need it.
  • Skilled in independently learning new software and concepts without training.

Supplemental Information

HOW TO APPLY

For more information about the position, to review the job description, application submission requirements, supplemental questions, inquire about benefits, or to apply for the position: CLICK HERE TO APPLY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs.
  • Overnight travel may be required based on business needs.
  • This position is not overtime eligible.

The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 704-4143, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to Recruitment@courts.wa.gov.

Candidates who are offered a job with AOC must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

AOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal government eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identify and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements for that form.

AOC does not use E-verify; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

Employer State of Washington

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View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website http://www.careers.wa.gov

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