Job Description

Agency Information: Kansas Department of Labor

The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) assists in the prevention of economic insecurity through unemployment insurance and workers compensation, by providing a fair and efficient venue to exercise employer and employee rights, and by helping employers promote a safe work environment for their employees. This facilitates compliance with labor laws while enabling advancement of the economic well-being of the citizens of Kansas.

At KDOL, our employees are our most valuable resource. We encourage our employees to grow and advance by participating in job shadow/training opportunities within KDOL. We value work-life balance and offer flexible schedules and telework opportunities.

As a quickly growing agency, we are always looking for passionate, talented and creative people to join our team. If you’re looking for a challenge that will lead you to the next level of your career, you’ve found the right place. Come grow with us!

Learn more @ dol.ks.gov

About the Position

• Who can apply: External, open to all who meet the minimum requirements
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veteran and/or Disability Preference Eligible: Yes. See below for description.
• Office Location: Onsite, Topeka. Two days of telework per week may potentially be available after 6 months of successful completion.
• Application Due: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
• Wage: Starting at $59,513.00 / year

Employment Benefits

• First day of employment coverage under the State’s comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage and dental plan.
• Additional voluntary options including vision, hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness insurance plans and flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• We celebrate employee appreciation and host socializing events

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities : IT Systems Administrator I

The IT Systems Administrator I is responsible for supporting the daily operation, maintenance, and availability of the organization’s IT infrastructure. This position assists in administering servers, endpoints, user accounts, and core network and cloud services across hybrid environments. The role focuses on system stability, routine maintenance, user support, and escalation of complex technical issues to senior staff. This position is ideal for an individual developing foundational systems administration skills in both traditional on-premises and cloud-based environments.

Provide operational support for servers, workstations, and enterprise systems. Assist in the administration of Active Directory, including user accounts, groups, and permissions.

Perform routine system monitoring, patching, updates, and maintenance tasks. Support endpoint management activities including software deployment and device compliance. Troubleshoot and resolve basic infrastructure issues related to DNS, DHCP, VPN, and connectivity.

Assist in supporting Microsoft 365 and/or cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS) Respond to IT service desk tickets and escalate issues as appropriate. Support backup, restoration, and disaster recovery procedures under supervision.

Assist in maintaining system documentation, procedures, and configuration records. Follow established IT security policies, standards, and change management processes. Participate in scheduled maintenance windows and on-call rotations as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience. 1–2 years of experience in IT support, help desk, or systems administration may be substituted for education.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS)Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell preferred)
• Experience with endpoint management tools (e.g., Intune, SCCM/MECM)
• Understanding of IT security principles and best practices
• Experience in server administration, including installation, configuration, Maintenance, and troubleshooting of server hardware and
• software. Basic understanding of networking concepts.

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of Windows Server environments and Active Directory
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN)
• Experience using IT service management systems (e.g., ServiceNow or similar)
• Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• CompTIA A+ CompTIA Network+ Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Pre-Employment background screening
• State of Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate. The successful applicant (even non-residents) must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website within 10 days of the date the applicant has been offered the employment position. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact (785) 296-3199. Visit the Tax Clearance site for more information on and where to obtain this Kansas Department of Revenue document.

Contact Information

Email: KDOL.HumanResources@ks.gov

Mailing Address: 401 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66603

Job Application Process

• First Sign in or register as a New User.
• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov : “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• Résumé
• DD FM 214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents”

Preference Eligibility:

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

2024 Senate Bill 333 creates an employment preference for qualified job applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities when applying for state jobs. The preference is available to individuals who are not currently working for the State of Kansas who apply for a State job, as well as to current State employees who apply for a different job or promotion.

Learn more about claiming Disability Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person’s eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS either by fax, email or post office mail as indicated:

These documents should be sent by fax to (785) 296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed or delivered in-person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison St Suite 260
Topeka, KS 66612Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

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