Virginia's Community Colleges

Working Title IT System Account Administrator

Role Title Computer Operations Techn II

Role Code 39012-FP

FLSA Exempt

Pay Band 04

Position Number 28000847

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division NV280-VP of College Computing

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range $60,000.00-$70,000.00

Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes

EEO Category C-Technician

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

The position is eligible for up to two days of telework after successful completion of the probation period.

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description:

The IT Applications and System Account Administrator is responsible for administering access to all college and VCCS applications and systems.

Duties and Tasks:

• Administers access to all college and VCCS applications and systems.
• Administers college faculty, staff and contractor system access
• Follows the policies, standards, and procedures implemented by the college and VCCS.
• Assists user community with requesting system access and notifies/updates users as to their access status.
• Develops and documents procedures for all systems access
• Assists with system access audits.

Special Assignments:

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Required KSAs:

• Ability to manage a heavy workload
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to read, interpret and explain policies and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices related to access management
• Excellent technical, diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both individually and as team member
• Excellent communication skills – oral, written and interpersonal
• Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to write documentation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft products
• Knowledge and experience with MS Exchange and Active Directory

Minimum Work Experience:

• Experience in system account administration, including enterprise application solutions/software
• Experience in implementing and interpreting security policies and procedures
• Experience performing IT system auditing
• Experience in customer service and support

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

• Experience in higher education or public sector preferred
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for system security
• Any specific functional and/or technical training or certification in IT related sciences
• Knowledge and/or experience working with PeopleSoft.

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Number CLS_4116P

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 10/23/2025

Job Close Date 11/06/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.

• Up to two days of telework per week after probation period.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89970

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