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Systems Administrator (Part-Time)

Richard Gilder Graduate School · United States
Deadline
Apr 15, 2027
Closing in 178 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Temporary
Full or part time
Reference
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Posted Oct 17, 2026
Offered salary$40.00/hour

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Systems Administrator (Part-Time)

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Posting Details

Position Information
Position Title Systems Administrator (Part-Time)
Department Rose Center Engineering - 145
Position Summary The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific and cultural institutions, and has as its mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.

The Rose Center Engineering department is seeking a part-time Systems Administrator to support complex computer, video, and display systems and a CGI production pipeline to maintain reliable performance of a diverse portfolio of digital exhibits and ongoing production.

This position is expected to work some nights and weekends.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Support the Museum’s electronic media engineering team, maintaining existing systems, configuring new systems, and producing and disseminating new content.
  • Support systems for after-hours events and programs.
  • Support systems related to the Hayden Planetarium, Invisible Worlds immersive theater, and A/V and interactive systems throughout the Museum.
  • Provide emergency support and repairs as needed on playback systems.
  • Provide support for media storage and servers.
The expected salary range for the Systems Administrator is $40.00/hour – $52.00/hour. This position is overtime-eligible.

Pay will be determined based on several factors. The hiring range for the position at commencement is based on the type of work and the scope of responsibilities. The salary and placement offered is based on a number of individualized factors, including, but not limited to, skills, knowledge, training, education, credentials, areas of specialization, and depth and scope of experience.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience with Linux operating systems, including scripting skills.
  • Experience with systems administration and support in the context of CGI, video, or media production.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with planetarium production.
  • Experience with render farms and pipelines.
  • Experience administering shared storage.
  • Experience with image generators that use LTC and Sync.
  • Familiarity with 3D applications.
Physical Demands
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
  • Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
  • Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
    • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
    • Climbing: Ascending or descending physical structures.
    • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently. May include any of the following:
      • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
      • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
      • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Category Part-Time
Total Number of Scheduled Hours Per Pay Period
Union Status Non-Union
FLSA Non-Exempt
Expected Salary Minimum $40.00/hour
Expected Salary Maximum $52.00/hour
EEO Statement The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.
Quick Link https://careers.amnh.org/postings/4962
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number GS1061P
Open Date 10/16/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have experience with Linux operating systems, including scripting skills?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have experience with systems administration and support in the context of CGI, video, or media production?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
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  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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