Salary: $53,142.00 - $64,000.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193718
Agency: Department of Employment and Workforce
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Please apply online.
Class Code:: AM19
Position Number:: 60023989
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: TEC04
Hiring Range - Min.: $53,142.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $64,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job ResponsibilitiesAbout UsBusiness is booming in South Carolina! Are you ready to be a part of developing and connecting the next generation of workers in this state? Year after year, experts pick our state as one of the best in the country for doing business. Just last year, South Carolina announced more than 8,000 new jobs and $9.12 billion in capital investment. Entrepreneurs are flocking to cities like Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, and Rock Hill to start and grow their businesses. And our hospitality industry is primed to take off as travelers from around the world continue to discover the beauty and accessibility of South Carolina's mountains and coast.
Here at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), we are laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker who comes through our doors with their next great career opportunity! Are you looking for a meaningful position at an agency brimming with optimism and camaraderie that also offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance? If so, continue reading to discover your chance to make a difference at DEW!
Job DescriptionJoin us as our System Administrator within the IT Operations division on the Infrastructure team!
Under limited supervision, administer, configure, and install server environments in support of application processing. Provide technical assistance to end users and consult with management about hardware and software needs in support of all assigned server configurations.
Key Responsibilities- Self-sufficiently manage installation, operation, and configuration of specialized systems and application servers.
- Install, configure, and support server software, operating systems, hardware, and storage infrastructure.
- Evaluate, monitor, troubleshoot, optimize, and provide recommendations for a stable, highly available server environment.
- Maintain knowledge of current technologies impacting server infrastructure and agency operations.
- Document all system aspects, including Secure File Transfer server, and transfer knowledge to team.
- Adhere to change control, quality control, and documentation procedures.
- Effectively collaborate with users, vendors, technology professionals, and staff for problem resolution.
- Train, direct, and coordinate a small team of subordinate personnel.
- Present technical and non-technical reports clearly and concisely.
- Establish effective working relationships with vendors, management, and users.
If you're ready to take on this challenge and help support South Carolina's workforce system, please apply. We look forward to hearing from you! Minimum and Additional RequirementsEducation and ExperienceA high school diploma and experience in office automation systems, data communications system design, installation, operation, repair, sales or marketing, or processing of information in a data processing environment or related systems. A degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications A bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or a related field and experience in information technology systems or a related area.
Moderate knowledge of information technology systems analysis, design, testing, and maintenance techniques. Moderate knowledge of computer hardware, software, operating systems, networking, and other IT tools and resources. Ability to solve basic to moderate problems, and to apply critical thinking skills to needs and problems. Ability to follow technical directions and to communicate in a clear and concise manner. Moderate understanding of IT Infrastructure as it applies to an enterprise data center.
Additional Comments Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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What is your highest level of education?
- Less than a twelfth grade education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
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Please select all that you have experience with.
- Creating and modifying user and computer objects and/or group policy for an enterprise environment using Active Directory
- Creating, modifying and managing virtual machines in VMWare or MS Hyper-V
- Configuring and/or managing a TLS/SSL Certificate LifeCycle Management System
- Configuring or managed secure file transfers in an enterprise environment
- Working with operating system other than Microsoft Windows
- None of the Above
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Have you ever been employed by the State of South Carolina?
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If yes, when and what agency/agencies? If no, enter "N/A".
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Are you a veteran?
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If yes, which branch of service? If no, enter "N/A".
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At SCDEW, a previous criminal offense or involuntary termination from prior employment are not automatic disqualifiers from employment. The agency takes the totality of a person's work history and background into consideration when making job offers. However, we do expect that individuals provide truthful and complete answers during the application process. Any misrepresentation could result in withdrawal of a pending job offer or termination of employment if selected for hire. By checking "yes" I am certifying that the work history listed on my application is accurate and that I have disclosed all involuntary terminations and any prior criminal convictions (excluding convictions occurring as a minor) regardless of age of offense.
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How did you hear about this position with SC DEW?
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn
- Facebook
- Twitter
- SC State Jobs Website - careers.sc.gov
- NASWA Job Board
- SC Works Center Referral
- SC DEW Current or Former Employee
- SC DEW Recruitment Communication or DEW Recruiter
- Other
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If "Other" selected, please specify.
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The hiring range for this position is $53,142 - $64,000 per year. Are you willing to accept a position within that salary range?
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Will you be able to report to the office in Columbia, SC five days a week?
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Please provide the names, phone numbers, email addresses, and job titles of at least two (2) professional references that we may contact regarding your qualifications and experience. By providing this information, you consent to SC DEW contacting these individuals should you be selected for the position.
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