IT System Administrator

New Theatre Company in Overland Park, KS is seeking candidates for the full-time IT System Administrator position! This management level position monitors, maintains and manages the operation of all network, hardware, operating and telephone systems. Additionally, the IT Administrator creates new user accounts in the Active Directory while providing desktop and technical support to all New Theatre staff as needed.

Ideal candidates have:

> previous hands on experience in Network Administration and Desktop Support.

> knowledge and understanding of HTML, ASP, Java Script, Adobe Dreamweaver CS6 and Adobe Flash CS6 to maintain and update websites.

> the ability and skills necessary to successfully perform all aspects of the position individually.

> excellent time management and multitasking skills to effectively prioritize tasks to complete assigned projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

> Must have the ability to remain calm in crisis situation while promptly analyzing and resolving any technical issues that could negatively impact day-to-day operations.

> exceptional problem solving skills when analyzing current IT processes and procedures for time/cost efficiency and identifying areas for improvement to present to supervisor.

> willingness to assist on team projects by gathering information, preparing proposals and overseeing the implementation of approved IT resources for new projects when necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

> Maintains and administers Wide Area Network (WAN), including VPN connections and remote site locations (TPI, Oak Park Mall). Ensures a constant and secure connection to the Internet.

> Ensures a constant and secure connection to our credit card transaction service.

> Maintains and administers Local Area Network (LAN), including Gateway Router, Firewall and core switches. Administers an Active Directory network running on Windows Server 2008 R2.

> Maintains EMC VNX-e SAN and host servers for virtual environment using Microsoft Hyper-Visor environment.

> Maintains integrity of Microsoft SQL 2000 and 2008 databases for ticketing environment

> Maintains and administers Microsoft 365 and all outlook client mailboxes including public folders and calendars.

> Monitors status and integrity of data backups and virtual machine snapshots using Microsoft DPM server 2010.

> Supports the users of all PC and technology based equipment including end-user training and hardware/software maintenance.

> Monitors and ensures a constant and optimal operation of the Hosted VoIP System (Polycom). Contacts service provider as needed to resolve issues in a timely manner.

>Supports and maintains all Micros Point of Sales systems and requests external support as needed to resolve issues in a timely manner.

> Maintains, upgrades & updates current Web Site. Requires working knowledge and understanding of HTML, ASP, Java Script, Adobe Dreamweaver CS6 and Adobe Flash CS6.

> Negotiates, maintains and manages maintenance contracts and license agreements.

> Negotiates and facilitates the purchase of IT related equipment and supplies as needed or as outlined by yearly budget.

> Creates, manages and administers yearly budget. Works within the constraints of the budget to offer the highest quality of service in order to create efficiencies in the work forces’ daily jobs and thus the overall bottom line of the company.

> Recommends long-term projects to meet company goals including written or oral presentations reflecting the benefits and/or Return on Investment (ROI) for a particular project. Upon approval of such projects; manage and over-see projects to fruition and be able to report on the progress at an interval deemed necessary by management. Upon completion of such projects, be able to demonstrate the improvement is within budget and the benefit is as originally presented.

> Proactively outlines needed improvements and potential pitfalls regarding the overall technology of the company as it fits into the company’s long term plans for growth and revenue gain. Proactively researches and recommend news technology and solutions that can cut costs and/or create efficiencies.

> Works as liaison to Sales and Marketing department to facilitate manipulation of data to create reports outlining trends and returns on marketing campaigns.

Be on-call twenty-four hours a day in case of emergency or business preventing problem.

Company Description

New Theatre Restaurant opened in 1992 as the only year-round premier dinner theatre in the state of Kansas. New Theatre Restaurant takes great pride in providing excellent customer service, exceptional modern American Cuisine and Broadway quality comedies and Musicals. In our recently updated facility, we will continue to strive to be the absolute best at what we do!

Qualifications and Skills

> Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college and/or equivalent combination of education and related experience in an IT management position.

Strong knowledge base of TCP/ IP networking including DHCP, DNS, VPN, NAT routing and security protocols.

> Experience with windows server administration, including Active Directory Management, Group Policy Management, IIS, File Sharing, data backup best practices, Exchange Server administration, SQL server administration and Microsoft Windows security practices.

> Experience with Microsoft Office 365, EMC VNX- e SAN, Adobe Dreamweaver CS6, Adobe Flash CS6, Kapersky Endpoint Security

> Must have a strong knowledge of computer systems repairs, including PC, printer, phone and computer cable repair.

Benefits include:

> Vacation and Personal Paid Time Off accrual

> Company Contributed Health Insurance

> Dental, Life, Critical Care and Disability Insurance available

> Eligibility for Employee Service Recognition

> Discounted Theatre Tickets

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $55,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year

Required experience:

• Exchange Server Administration: 1 year
• Desktop Support: 1 year
• Active Directory: 1 year
• HTML: 1 year
• Microsoft 365: 2 years
• Adobe Dreamweaver CS6: 1 year
• maintaining Microsoft SQL 2000 and 2008 databases: 1 year
• Network Administration: 1 year
• Microsoft Hyper-V: 1 year