Senior Mac Tech Position in Big Sur, California

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Hi all! I hope this is okay to post here. I’ve got an open position for a Mac Sys Admin. This is a truly unique position and an wonderful opportunity for the right person. This position requires relocation to scenic (and rural) Big Sur, California. The pay is not much, but the the environment is and fringe benefits are significant. Esalen is a world class retreat center and renowned center of alternative and experiential education. Our facility is located on 27 acres of the Big Sur coastline, with natural hot springs tubs overlooking the ocean. Below is the official job description. If you are yourself interested, or know anyone who might be interested, please don’t hesitate to pass on this information. We are accepting applications through Friday, October 3.

And thanks AFP-548 for the tremendous resources and knowledge you provide the Mac community. You’ve helped me more times than I can count.

Jeremy Taylor
Information Services Manager
Esalen Institute

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Our Job Posting on the Web:
http://www.esalen.org/info/jobs/srmactechsupport.html

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Senior Mac Technical Support

JOB SUMMARY:

Esalen Institute, the pioneering alternative education center dedicated
to personal and social transformation, is seeking a full-time Senior
Macintosh Technical Support professional to join our Information
Services team, based at our main campus in Big Sur, California. This
position is responsible for development, maintenance, and support of the
technology infrastructure of the organization, including computer
systems, phones, network, Internet connectivity, web sites, and other
related technologies. Our ideal candidate is a hardcore Mac enthusiast
with serious professional support experience and an interest in living
and working in our unique community-based environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position requires 40 hours work per week, typically scheduled as
five consecutive days during normal daily business hours (9am-5pm), and
availability for infrequent after-hours maintenance and on-call support
in the event of after-hours emergencies. The position is responsible for
providing user support and training in a friendly and timely manner,
working closely with users from various departments to support the
organization. Must be able to think creatively and have an independent
sense of ownership and follow-through with daily tasks and projects.
Must keep up-to-date with current, relevant technologies, news and
standards.

QUALITIES FOR CONSIDERATION:

* Strong technical background, experience and interest: must have
experience providing IT or help desk support in a Mac business or
campus/lab environment.
* Apple certifications: primary Mac OS X certifications (ACHDS, ACTC,
ACSA) are preferred; also valuable are hardware certifications (ACDT,
ACPT). New hires without current certification are expected to achieve
the ACSP for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Support Essentials within the first
six months of employment, and the ACTC for Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Support
& Server Essentials within the first year of employment. Esalen will
provide training materials and support to achieve this certification.
* Clear communication and willingness to relate to others, to listen and
hear concerns in a patient and supportive manner; effective verbal and
written communication skills.
* Expert problem-solver able to accurately diagnose and repair systems.
Independent work ethic to carry projects through to completion and
implement solutions without constant supervision; ability and desire to
explore and learn new technologies to support Esalen and our mission and
enhance our business.
* Strong analytic capability and organizational skills.
* Community interest and involvement necessary to work, adapt, and thrive
in Esalen’s unique professional and social environment.
* Physical ability to walk, climb, crawl around property and lift computer
equipment (50+ lbs) as necessary to perform duties.

CORE TECHNICAL SKILLS:

* Mac OS X client & server 10.4 and 10.5 platforms
* Mac OS X administration: Server Admin, Remote Desktop,
NetBoot/NetInstall
* Casper Suite 6 (for deployment, inventory, and patch management)
* Apple software: Mail, Safari, iCal, Address Book, iWork & iLife suites
* Experience with Microsoft Office 2004/2008: Entourage, Word, Excel,
PowerPoint
* Experience configuring and troubleshooting Internet protocols (IP, DNS,
DHCP, etc.)
* Basic networking: ethernet & fiber LAN, wireless 802.11, routers,
firewalls, switches
* Basic hardware support, upgrades, and maintenance capabilities
* Basic UNIX skills for system administration, scripting, troubleshooting

COMPLEMENTARY TECHNICAL SKILLS:

* Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Server 2000/2003 (Microsoft
certifications are a plus)
* FileMaker 9 Pro & FileMaker 9 Server
* EMC Retrospect 6 Backup Server
* AppleScript and other scripting technologies
* Core web technologies including XHTML & CSS, RSS
* Advanced web development: Javascript, AJAX, PHP, MySQL, XML, Filemaker/Lasso
* Web and multimedia tools: Adobe Photoshop, Flash
* Phone system technologies, including PBX programming, VoIP solutions, etc.
* Open source technologies: familiarity with popular open source packages,
including Apache, Webmin, SpamAssassin, Clam Antivirus, etc.; ability to
research, advise, install/setup, maintain, and document appropriate open
source solutions.

COMPENSATION:

The salary for this position is $1,500/month which is provided in
addition to all meals, on-property housing if available (or housing
allowance of $900/month), and a comprehensive benefits package including
medical, dental, and paid time off. Esalen also provides staff with
access to an extensive range of educational and community benefits,
including movement classes, ongoing in-house programs, and discounts and
scholarship for workshops and bodywork.

ABOUT ESALEN:

Established in 1962, Esalen is a leading center for exploring and
realizing human potential through experience, education, and research.
We work toward the realization of a more humane and all-embracing world,
seeking answers to questions unlikely to be explored by traditional
universities and religions. We sponsor pioneering initiatives and offer
personal, spiritual, and social transformation programs for residents,
interns, and workshop participants. To learn more about our history,
browse our program and workshop offerings, or download the current
catalog, please visit our web site at http://www.esalen.org.

TO APPLY:

To apply, please submit resume, including cover letter, detailing your
qualifications, experience, and interest to Jeremy Taylor by email at
[email protected].

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 3, 2008.

Esalen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any
basis prohibited by law.

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