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Server Administrator jobs with green card sponsorship put you on the path to lawful permanent residence through the EB-2 or EB-3 category. Your employer files PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, before you adjust status or complete consular processing to become a permanent resident.
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Server Administrator
- 501545
- Main Campus - Administration Toledo, OH
- Full-Time
- Information Technology
- None
- Staff - Full-Time
Title: Server Administrator
Department Org: IT Personnel - 105780
Employee Classification: U1 - Unclassified PSA FT
Bargaining Unit: Professional Staff Association
Primary Location: MC AD
Shift: 1
Start Time: 8:00 a.m. End Time: 5:00 p.m.
Posted Salary:
Float: False
Rotate: True
On Call: True
Travel: False
Weekend/Holiday: False
Job Description:
This position is responsible for the server administration and daily server operations of The University of Toledo’s server infrastructure including upgrades, installation, and troubleshooting of server related hardware, software, and applications. The Server Systems Administrator will provide Epic ECSA Web and Service Systems and/or ODB support related to install, troubleshooting, and assist with managing server systems.
This position participates in medium-to-large server projects under the direction of senior server administration personnel and the Manager Server Administration. The position performs follow-up activities to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction are maintained.
All members of the University Server Team rotate on-call responsibilities to ensure 24x7x365 availability of the enterprise academic, administrative, and clinical systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant area of study (i.e., Computer Science, Electronics, Information Systems, etc.) is required. Other areas of study will be considered with five years of relevant experience.
- Three years of increasing experience in the areas of server administration, systems management, hypervisor administration, and network management in a medium to large organization.
- Experience in troubleshooting server hardware and software problems.
- Advanced knowledge of the Windows Server operating systems, or Red Hat Enterprise Linux/Oracle Enterprise Linux systems.
Communication and other skills
- Punctuality, regular attendance, and dependability.
- Customer service skills, controlled demeanor, and stress tolerance.
- Organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in either a healthcare or academic environment.
- Microsoft Server certification (2016+ MCSE, MCSA), or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) / Oracle Certified Professional.
- Detailed knowledge of PowerShell scripting or programming.
- Epic EMR ECSA Web and Service Servers and/or Epic ODB experience with current Epic certification(s).
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Server Administrator
Document your systems administration credentials early
Gather certifications like MCSA, RHCE, or CompTIA Server+ before starting your job search. PERM labor certification requires your employer to prove you meet the minimum requirements stated in the job posting, so your credentials must align exactly.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Look up the prevailing wage for your target role and location before accepting an offer. Your employer must pay at least the DOL-determined prevailing wage throughout the PERM process, so a low offer can stall or invalidate the filing.
Target employers with dedicated immigration infrastructure
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for server administration roles. Companies that have sponsored before understand PERM timelines and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process due to cost or complexity.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 category with your employer
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree and two years of experience, it typically qualifies as EB-3 skilled worker. Push for EB-2 if you hold a master's degree or can document five years of progressive experience, since your priority date backlog may differ significantly by category.
File your I-485 as early as your priority date allows
Nationals of India and China often face extended backlogs for server administration roles under both EB-2 and EB-3. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin from the Department of State to know when your priority date becomes current so you can file for adjustment of status without delay.
Understand AC21 portability before switching employers
Once your I-485 has been pending with USCIS for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change employers without losing your place in line, provided the new server administration role is the same or similar occupation. Confirm this in writing with your new employer before resigning.
Green Card Server Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Server Administrator roles?
Most server administrator positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, requiring at least two years of training or experience. If the role requires a master's degree or you can document a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in systems administration, your employer may file under EB-2 instead, which can affect your priority date queue depending on your nationality.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and must be renewed, while green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The green card process requires your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role, before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits create priority date backlogs for some nationalities.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Server Administrator jobs?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering during offer negotiations that the employer has never navigated the PERM process for server administration positions.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Server Administrator?
Your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from the Department of Labor, then conduct a formal recruitment campaign, advertising the position through required channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. worker applied. The employer then files the PERM application with DOL. Only after PERM certification is approved can the employer file your I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending with USCIS for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to change to a new employer in the same or a similar server administration occupation without restarting the process. Your approved I-140 priority date can also carry over to a new employer's fresh I-140 filing if your original I-140 was already approved.