Systems Engineer at Oakland County, Michigan Government

Overview & Benefits

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.

When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward .

For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:

https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire

Announcement Information

This position is represented by the UAW.

General Summary

Are you passionate about designing and maintaining powerful, secure, and innovative technology systems? Join Oakland County’s dynamic IT team, where you’ll play a key role in shaping and supporting the enterprise systems that power County operations, as well as those of partnering cities, villages, townships, and external agencies.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level systems with a focus on scalability, performance, security, and automation.
• Participate in research and development projects, executing proofs of concept and contributing to forward-thinking technology solutions.
• Manage and resolve system incidents, coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Perform system administration tasks and maintain detailed technical documentation.
• Use the latest Countywide and department-specific software tools to complete assignments efficiently.
  
  

Why You’ll Love This Job

• You’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact, supporting the systems that serve thousands across Oakland County and its partner communities.
• You’ll work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment that values innovation, professional growth, and creative problem-solving.
• You’ll gain hands-on experience with a broad range of technologies, from enterprise design to incident management.
• You’ll be part of a team that’s dedicated to excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering reliable public service through technology.
  
  

Required Minimum Qualifications

What You'll Need:

• a. Possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major
  
  

in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

b. Have had at least five (5) years of full-time work experience in one or more of the following areas: Server administration applied to Servers using Microsoft Windows Operating System, server virtualization, and/or server hardware platforms, Software implementation and maintenance using Microsoft or virtualization products and technologies, storage administration, Microsoft Active Directory administration and/or Information Security; OR

• a. Possess an Associate’s degree or equivalent education from an accredited college or university in any major.
  
  

b. Have had at least seven (7) years of full-time work experience as specified in "1.b." above: OR

• a. Have had at least ten (10) years of full-time work experience as specified in “1.b.”
  
  

NOTE: Possession of the following training certificates will each substitute for six (6) months of the required experience:

• Windows Server Hybrid
• AWS Solutions Architect Associate
• VMware Certified Professional
  
  

Special Requirements

NONE

Pay Range

USD $109,529.00 - USD $146,747.00 /Yr.

EEO and Inclusion Statements

EEO Statement

We are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

Inclusion Statement

Oakland County is committed to welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those with prior convictions, as we believe in providing equal opportunities for all. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our team and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace. If you have the skills and qualifications for the position, we encourage you to apply. All candidates are evaluated based on their ability to meet the job requirements, legal obligations and thrive in our organization. All ways, MOVING FORWARD.