Posting Detail Information
Working Title25-105: IT Administrator
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional PositionYes
Posting Number202501146AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleTechnical/Support III
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$50,000-$60,000
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Desired Start Date09/10/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on08/29/2025
Description of Work Unit
The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere ( CIRA ) at Colorado State University ( CSU ) is a multi-million dollar research organization located on CSU's Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado. CIRA is a cooperative institute (CI) that is also a research department within CSU's College of Engineering, in partnership with the Department of Atmospheric Science. Its vision is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the atmospheric sciences by entraining skills beyond the meteorological disciplines, exploiting advances in engineering and computer science, facilitating transitional activity between pure and applied research, leveraging both national and international resources and partnerships, and assisting the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ), CSU , the State of Colorado, and the Nation through the application of our research to areas of societal benefit. Expanding on this Vision, our Mission is to serve as a nexus for multi-disciplinary cooperation among CI and NOAA research scientists, University faculty, staff and students in the @context of NOAA -specified research theme areas in satellite applications for weather/climate forecasting. Important bridging elements of the CI include the communication of research findings to the international scientific community, transition of applications and capabilities to NOAA operational users, education and training programs for operational user proficiency, outreach programs to K-12 education and the general public for environmental literacy, and understanding and quantifying the societal impacts of NOAA research.
Position Summary
The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere ( CIRA ), located on the Foothills Campus of Colorado State University ( CSU ), approximately 5 miles northwest of CSU's main campus, seeks to fill an administrative professional position to provide technical support to the administrative and research staff located at CIRA . Specifically, the individual in this position will report to the CIRA IT Manager and provide technical IT support for CIRA's windows systems, conference rooms electronics, and computer rooms located on the CSU Foothills Campus and the Scott Data Center on CSU's main campus. This position is fully on-site and does not offer telework. The individual in this position will be required to work onsite at CIRA in Fort Collins. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act ( FLSA ) this position is non-exempt and requires compensable hours to be tracked and documented via an online timesheet.
Required Job Qualifications
In your cover letter, please specifically address EACH required qualification as it relates to your experience. An application without a cover letter that addresses each of the required qualifications for this position will not be considered further.
Bachelor's degree in science, business or liberal arts or related field;
Minimum of 1 year experience working in a professional office environment;
Experience working with IT equipment in computer rooms, computing data centers, and/or conference rooms.
Knowledge of virtual meeting software such as Teams, GoTo, and Zoom;
Experience working collaboratively in a team environment;
Success adapting to and learning new technology related to computers and system administration;
Valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the start of the position;
Ability to lift objects that weigh 30 pounds several times per week, and sometimes multiple times in one day. The individual in this position will have access to a dolly, but rarely will receive assistance from a fellow colleague.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. CIRA will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications
In your cover letter, please specifically address the applicable preferred qualifications for this position. A cover letter that fails to address the preferred qualifications for this position will not be considered further after review by the search committee.
Experience trouble shooting computer equipment in computer rooms, conference rooms and/or computing data centers.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
Experience managing Windows and Mac computing desktops;
Demonstrated strong analytical, problem-solving and logical troubleshooting abilities.
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategorySystem Administration
Duty/Responsibility
Manage and monitor server room equipment, reboot computers and NAS units as requested;
Provide basic IT support including maintaining printers and copiers;
Maintain CIRA's poster printer ( EPSON ); includes printer posters for research conferences;
Manage property and inventory of computer equipment at CIRA and the Scott Data Center;
Assist the CIRA Windows System Administrator with CIRA domain access and basic PC/laptop setup;
Purchase IT equipment through shop catalogs and other vendors, including managing stock of printer supplies, monitors, and general IT accessories (mice, keyboards, adapters, etc.);
Maintain and troubleshoot CIRA helpdesk site (FreshService software) and CIRA Slack workspace;
Manage yearly software subscriptions and maintenance contracts.
Percentage Of Time50
Job Duty CategoryInfrastructure Support
Duty/Responsibility
Manage CIRA's conference room computers, audio/video technology (projectors, TV's, computers) and virtual meeting equipment;
Monitor and manage office tech equipment and CIRA office/computer-room universal power supplies (UPS's);
Provide IT support for local and virtual meetings/conferences on and off-site; includes creating event wifi networks for visitors;
Assist the CIRA Windows System Administrator with system upgrades and new installations;
Assist IT leadership with Computing Data Room organization at CIRA and the Scott Data Center, move/install servers and network switches;
Surplus computing equipment, supplies, and furniture;
Monitor and manage CIRA inventory.
Percentage Of Time50
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you need assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver's License, Special Requirements/Other - - Ability to lift objects that weigh 30 pounds several times per week, and sometimes multiple times in one day. The individual in this position will have access to a dolly, but rarely will receive assistance from a fellow colleague.
Search ContactLinn Barrett, linn.barrett@colostate.edu
EEO
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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In order to qualify for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date because CIRA will not sponsor a visa for this position. Are you currently, or will you be legally authorized to work in the United State by September 10, the proposed start date of this position?
yes
no
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents
