Microsoft 365 & Endpoint Management Administrator - Information Technology Services

Job description

Job Category:Academic Staff

Employment Type:Regular

Job Profile:System Engineer IV

Job Duties:

Attention

• The Department of Information Technology Services at the University
• of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Microsoft 365 & Endpoint
• Management Administrator (System Engineer IV, IT040).

Position Summary

• We are seeking a dynamic and technically proficient professional to
• serve as a Microsoft 365 & Endpoint Management Administrator.
• This role is responsible for implementation, management, security
• and support of the Microsoft Teams and SharePoint environment at
• the university and will also serve as a resource for other
• Microsoft systems. The Enterprise Systems Engineer is responsible
• for managing and optimizing our Teams and SharePoint environment
• while designing and implementing scalable automation solutions that
• support university operations and student services. You will
• collaborate with cross-functional teams university-wide to drive
• digital transformation and operational efficiency. Reporting to the
• Deputy CIO, you will gather technology requirements, define
• maintenance and upgrade schedules, implement policies, standards,
• security, and establish best practices, while delivering technical
• expertise in Microsoft 365 collaboration services (Teams,
• SharePoint Online, and Power Platform) to meet university needs.
• This is an onsite position and will require some evening and
• weekend hours, as necessary.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT

• University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other
• work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates
• must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time
• of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment
• term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human
• Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore
• STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, administer, configure, and maintain
• Microsoft Teams and SharePoint Online environments.
• Manage SharePoint Online site collections, libraries, lists,
• permissions, and workflows.
• Ensure Teams and SharePoint security, compliance, and
• governance policies are enforced consistently.
• Provide guidance on Teams and SharePoint features and best
• practices.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Design, develop, and deploy automation solutions using tools
• such as Power Automate, Power Apps, and scripting languages (e.g.,
• PowerShell, Python).
• Collaborate with university partners to identify automation
• opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain and enhance existing automation workflows and
• integrations across units.
• Document automation processes and provide training to
• university stakeholders.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and
• governance policies.
• Create, implement, and maintain scripts (e.g., PowerShell) to
• automate everyday operational tasks.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on Microsoft 365 products
• (e.g., Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online).
• Serves as a subject matter expert on major IT environment
• upgrades, enhancements, new functionality, capacities, performance,
• cost effectiveness, and business integrations.
• Analyzes and resolves technology and end-user incidents during
• standard business hours and while on-call. Monitors issue
• resolution and collaborates with teams and engineers as needed to
• apply fixes, identify root causes, document problems, and implement
• preventive measures.
• Assists with special projects and plans and executes on major
• milestones.
• Provides input and recommendations on new potential technology
• solutions based on research and analysis.
• Designs and implements infrastructure solutions to meet
• business and technical objectives.
• Maintains standard operating procedure (SOP)
• documentation.
• Ensures compliance with Software Testing Life-Cycle standard
• operating procedures and policies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Participates in the on-call rotation providing 24x7
• support.
• Ensures automation solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned
• with enterprise IT standards.
• All other duties as assigned by the Deputy CIO and CIO.

Department

Information Technology Services (ITS)

Compensation

• Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting salary of $90,000
• or higher, commensurate with their education, relevant experience,
• and qualifications.

• UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn
• more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review
• the UW System
• Employee Benefits Brochure .

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or
• related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of experience in Information Technology supporting
• Windows environments.
• 3+ years of experience in SharePoint administration and
• automation development.
• 3+ years of experience in Microsoft Teams implementation and
• administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, especially SharePoint
• Online, Power Automate, and Power Apps.
• Experience with scripting and automation tools (PowerShell,
• Python, etc.).
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, and
• compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, project management,
• and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently as
• well as part of a team.
• Experience with information technology and enterprise
• architecture best practices.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative
• environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active
• Directory) authentication and identity management.
• Experience with Microsoft Exchange Online administration.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and integration techniques.
• Knowledge of Agile or DevOps methodologies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals
• from diverse backgrounds and contribute to an inclusive campus
• environment
• Willingness and ability to be an active participant in
• following applicable safety rules and regulations, including
• necessary training and drills

How to Apply

• Only complete application packages will be considered. This
• includes online submission of the following documents:

Cover Letter

Resume

• Name and contact information for three professional
• references

Contact Information

• If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are
• unable to complete the application online due to a disability or
• system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu .

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Katie Gantt

ganttk@uww.edu

To Ensure Consideration

• Applications received by November 17th, 2026, are ensured
• full consideration. Applications received after that date may be
• given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The
• most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the
• next step of the selection process.

CAMPUS INFORMATION

• UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in
• southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class,
• affordable higher education programs to more students than
• neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin
• System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted
• to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and
• Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and
• academic programs — online and in person — from associate to
• doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability,
• inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately
• one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many
• areas, especially business and education. The campus and community
• embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts
• and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship
• athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent
• of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students
• with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.

• UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee,
• Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and
• commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both
• Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous
• visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college
• community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area
• residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus
• is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock
• River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place.

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

• The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus
• Universities of Wisconsin ( https://www.wisconsin.edu ).

• Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate
• in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In
• response to a public records request, the University will not
• reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in
• writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate
• will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).

• Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System
• Criminal Background Check Policy and Universities of Wisconsin
• Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater
• requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment.
• A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of
• employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire,
• whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently
• under investigation for, or left employment during an active
• investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or
• sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks,
• these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also
• be asked.

• The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees
• be active participants in following applicable safety rules and
• regulations including necessary training and drills.

• For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime
• statistics/annual Security Report, see
• Annual Security and Fire Safety Report if you would like a
• paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at
• 262-472-4660.

UW IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
• without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
• gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability,
• status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by
• applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are
• committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of
• backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified
• individuals to apply.