Senior Server Engineer (Temporary)

Los Angeles County Office Of Education

Job Location:

Downey, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 9290 - 11509

Posted on: 10-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Bulletin

An equal opportunity employer fostering a workforce that embraces and reflects
the rich diversity of Los Angeles County

Senior Server Engineer
(Temporary Assignment)

$53.60 to $66.40 Hourly

OPPORTUNITY FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT

Online applications
must be submitted by:

11/20/25

5:00 P.M. (Pacific)

Most temporary positions do not include benefits or paid time off except as provided by law.

The Los Angeles County Office of Education is seeking server engineer professionals for a temporary assignment of approximately three months.

Under general direction leads and performs complex technical work in the design acquisition development implementation and maintenance of LAN WAN and cloud- and server-based computer systems software and monitoring tools; makes recommendations for specific server solutions for hosting LAN WAN and cloud-based applications.

The Well Qualified Candidate Will Possess the Following

Knowledge:

Windows and Linux servers (i.e. Red Hat) including hardware server operating systems and related monitoring and backup systems
Modern high availability and reliability technologies that include SAN based storage
VMWare virtual infrastructure where both servers and storage are virtualized
Enterprise backup solutions using SAN technology and enterprise- class connected tape libraries
Enterprise patch management solution anti-virus administration and reporting technologies
Enterprise monitoring of server utilization and performance using tools such as PRTG VRealize and Veeam One
Software applications database systems including installation configuration backup recovery and overall administration
Server applications and databases such as MS SQL in a large-scale environment
Data systems analysis and design techniques including using tools such as Vizio
Techniques used in writing programs for computer operations such as Power Shell or Bash scripting
Basic budgetary principles
Project management using ITIL methodology
Cloud-based implementation strategies using Azure or AWS

Competencies:

Critical Thinking Analytically and logically evaluating information propositions and claims
Decision Making Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
Learning Agility Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to ones work
Professional & Technical Expertise Applying technical subject matter to the job
Action & Results Focus Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment
Attention to Detail Focusing on the details of work content work steps and final work products
Innovation Imagining and devising new and better ways of doing things
Self-Management Showing personal organization self-discipline and dependability
Oral Communication Engaging effectively in dialogue
Writing Communicating effectively in writing
Customer Focus Attending to the needs and expectation of customers
Delegating Sharing responsibility authority and accountability
Teamwork Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
Project Management Planning and tracking projects to ensure they are on-time on-budget and achieve their objectives
Cultural Proficiency Modeling communications and interactions that respect and include all individuals and their languages abilities religions and cultures

Required Education and ExperienceEducation:An associates degree or equivalent number of college units (60 semester units or 90 quarter units) including at least 15 semester units in computer science information technology or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation. Foreign degrees and credit units require translation and equivalency established by an agency recognized by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Experience:Five years of information technology experience including two years designing developing and implementing servers Windows and Linux server operating systems and/or cloud-based applications in a large-scale environment (50 servers 1000 users) providing 24/7 datacenter support operation OR two years as a LACOE Server Engineer.

Equivalency Provision:A Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification a Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certification or bachelors degree in computer science information technology or other fields closely related to the job requirements of this classification from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation may substitute for one year of the required general experience. Foreign degrees and credit units require translation and equivalency established by an agency recognized by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Additional Requirements:A valid California drivers license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to provide transportation between job sites is required. Qualifying experience as a SQL/MySQL Server database administrator is highly desired. Positions in this classification may be assigned to work a non-standard workweek that might include working weekends and shifts from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM or 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Hybrid remote schedules may be available. To ensure the health and safety of its staff LACOE may require employees to provide evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19.

Selection ProcessCandidates who meet the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the supervisor for their consideration.

Contact

For information about the examination process you may send an e-mail to
Lizbeth Valenzuela at

For general inquiries please call 562.803.8360 (Mon- Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm)

For complete application information please go to Personnel Commission 9300 Imperial Hwy EC-Annex Downey CA 90242

Required Experience:

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