University of Arkansas
Overview
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.
Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
Position Information Closing Date: 01/14/2026
Type of Position: IT Infrastructure
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: (Not specified)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Institution Overview Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Department Enterprise Infrastructure Systems
Job Duties The Systems Administrator III is a senior‑level technical role responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the University’s mission‑critical server infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of both on‑premises (VMware/Hyper‑V) and cloud‑based (Azure) environments. As a senior member of the UITS team, the Systems Administrator III provides advanced technical support, leads infrastructure projects, and mentors junior staff to maintain a high standard of service delivery. This position may perform other duties as assigned and will require participation in on‑call rotation for occasional after‑hours support for system maintenance or emergencies.
Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
At least eight years of progressive experience in systems administration within an enterprise environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in a technical or management field
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
Certified in CompTIA Linux+ or RHCSA
Certified in CompTIA Server+
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Proven expertise in managing heterogeneous environments (Windows/Linux) and a strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
Experience leading technical projects and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious, and professional relationships with team members and university faculty/staff
Pre‑Employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
EEO Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law.
Physical Activity Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Kneeling
Occasional Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Hearing
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Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
Position Information Closing Date: 01/14/2026
Type of Position: IT Infrastructure
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: (Not specified)
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Institution Overview Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Department Enterprise Infrastructure Systems
Job Duties The Systems Administrator III is a senior‑level technical role responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the University’s mission‑critical server infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of both on‑premises (VMware/Hyper‑V) and cloud‑based (Azure) environments. As a senior member of the UITS team, the Systems Administrator III provides advanced technical support, leads infrastructure projects, and mentors junior staff to maintain a high standard of service delivery. This position may perform other duties as assigned and will require participation in on‑call rotation for occasional after‑hours support for system maintenance or emergencies.
Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
At least eight years of progressive experience in systems administration within an enterprise environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in a technical or management field
VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
Certified in CompTIA Linux+ or RHCSA
Certified in CompTIA Server+
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Proven expertise in managing heterogeneous environments (Windows/Linux) and a strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)
Experience leading technical projects and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
Ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious, and professional relationships with team members and university faculty/staff
Pre‑Employment Screening Requirements Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
EEO Statement The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law.
Physical Activity Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting
Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, Kneeling
Occasional Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Hearing
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