Duties at the 6 level include conducting network port testing and error diagnosis and installing Unix operating system updates. Qualifying experience is progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the knowledge of Unix user level and system level concepts and commands necessary to perform the functions of the position at the 4 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position. Four years of education above the high school level in any field is qualifying for the grade 5. At the grade 7 level, knowledge of scripting languages such as perl and awk is desired.
All new employees are subject to background checks, including fingerprinting.
New indefinite employees are subject to a one year probationary period. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Resumes must be received by the closing date. Please note that the email address is for submission of application materials only. The Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in our workplace.