Lead System Administrator, (New York, NY)
The Open Planning Project is a 'dot-org', a non-profit connecting technology with social change. We write free software that liberates data and enables civic participation, and we produce popular advocacy journalism sites like Streetsblog.org, Streetfilms.org, and GothamSchools.org. We have 55 employees, most of whom work in our beautiful SoHo office, with the others working remotely from all over the world.
We need a talented Lead Systems Administrator to take charge of the IT needs of our growing nonprofit. You will work with all three divisions of our diverse organization, set the priorities of IT staff, and ensure that projects are successfully executed. The Lead Systems Administrator will manage at least one other systems administrator while remaining hands-on and engaged with the needs of TOPP staff.
We are looking for someone who will spend the first few months balancing day-to-day needs with assessment of our current systems, and who can prioritize improvements and projects with the organization's leadership. Strong technical skills and inherent curiosity are a must, as is the judgment to bring in outside experts when needed. General responsibilities include maintaining the integrity of our development environment, ensuring that day-to-day operations run smoothly, and building on our existing infrastructure.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Successful candidates will have IT management experience, a knack for working with all sorts of people, and good judgment in balancing competing needs. Other qualifications include:
WE OFFER:
TOPP invests in the best people and treats them right. We offer competitive salaries and great benefits (all the basics, plus five weeks of vacation and free lunch). You will be surrounded by friendly, smart, passionate people, and your work will contribute to the empowerment of civil society.
TO APPLY:
Send your resume and cover letter to the email address below. Include the exact job title in the subject line of your email. Let us know why you are interested in working at The Open Planning Project.
To Apply:
Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@openplans.org. Include the exact job title in the subject line of your email. Let us know why you are interested in working at The Open Planning Project.
