How to hire a junior administrator

How to hire a junior administrator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step junior administrator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a junior administrator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new junior administrator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a junior administrator, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A junior administrator's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, junior administrators from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of junior administrators and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Junior Administrator	Description	Hourly rate
   Junior Administrator	Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.	$21-43
   Administrative Technical Support	Administrative technical support maintains every technical set-up used in a company. Their primary responsibility is to inspect a company's systems, evaluate for issues, and repair any problems immediately... Show more	$13-36
   Information Technology Administrator	An Information Technology (IT) administrator is a professional responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of an organization's IT systems and ensuring that the systems are running effectively. IT administrators must conduct consistent analyses of the computer system and install updates when needed... Show more	$24-50

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Troubleshoot
   • Cloud
   • Technical Support
   • Customer Service
   • JR
   • Unix
   • Java
   • Office Equipment
   • Travel Arrangements
   • Windows Server
   • DNS
   • SQL Server
   • Salesforce
   • Bash

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the storage infrastructure for virtualization, high availability systems and data consolidation.
   • Develop and maintain various Unix shell scripts to test hard drive performance.
   • Install, configure, maintain and administer Linux / UNIX operating systems and components.
   • Configure, assemble and install microcomputers, workstations and/or peripheral equipment.
   • Standardize workstations with baseline software after identifying software deficiencies throughout the local area network.
   • Monitor network to ensure availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to PC support availability.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the junior administrator job description is a good way to get more applicants. A junior administrator salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a junior administrator in Montana may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level junior administrator. Additionally, a junior administrator with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average junior administrator salary

   $64,053yearly

   $30.79 hourly rate

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   Entry-level junior administrator salary

   $45,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average junior administrator salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Maryland	$70,593	$34
   2	District of Columbia	$69,695	$34
   3	Colorado	$68,018	$33
   4	Hawaii	$67,726	$33
   5	Arizona	$67,672	$33
   6	Minnesota	$67,657	$33
   7	New York	$67,269	$32
   8	California	$66,642	$32
   9	Massachusetts	$66,571	$32
   10	Illinois	$66,097	$32
   11	Pennsylvania	$65,249	$31
   12	Wisconsin	$64,194	$31
   13	Virginia	$63,870	$31
   14	Texas	$63,556	$31
   15	North Carolina	$62,364	$30
   16	Tennessee	$61,605	$30
   17	Missouri	$61,413	$30
   18	Alabama	$58,912	$28
   19	Alaska	$57,706	$28
   20	Florida	$56,903	$27

   Average junior administrator salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Broward Health	$87,125	$41.89	6
   2	Jacobs Engineering Group	$82,529	$39.68
   3	Royal Bank of Canada	$80,044	$38.48
   4	Northern Trust	$79,941	$38.43	5
   5	Bosch USA	$77,232	$37.13	1
   6	Lockheed Martin	$75,684	$36.39	195
   7	Mayor Ethan Berkowitz	$73,913	$35.54
   8	Beacon Hill Staffing Group	$72,353	$34.79
   9	Leidos	$70,348	$33.82	187
   10	Compass Pointe	$70,163	$33.73
   11	IPT Associates	$69,644	$33.48	12
   12	Marathon Cheese Corporation	$68,972	$33.16
   13	Kforce	$68,530	$32.95	40
   14	Mark Travel	$67,550	$32.48
   15	CAE	$66,695	$32.06	3
   16	Jump Trading	$65,646	$31.56
   17	ManTech	$65,296	$31.39	59
   18	Vencore	$64,843	$31.17	2
   19	Chenega	$63,950	$30.75	38
   20	Peraton	$63,777	$30.66	77

4. Writing a junior administrator job description

   A junior administrator job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a junior administrator job description:

   Junior administrator job description example

   The Junior LMS Administrator maintains and supports the learning management system (LMS) to meet regulatory compliance needs and ensure data accuracy and integrity. The LMS serves both our internal Laserfiche employees and our Laserfiche users, so this role requires an understanding of organizational units in the LMS and the associated division(s). This role manages the L&D inboxes for internal employees and external users, and performs administrative functions within the LMS. The Junior LMS Administrator works closely with the L&D team to support the team's use of the LMS and collaborates with stakeholders as needed, especially to provide training-related metrics.
   Eligible States for Remote Work : Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, West Virginia and Wisconsin
   
   What You'll Do : Manages LMS functions which include monitoring course content, course completions, and evaluation processes to ensure processes are completed within given timeframes Creates learning objects in the system, including but not limited to online eLearning classes, instructor-led training, videos, curricula, and PDFs/materials Maintains data integrity rules and processes for the LMS Investigates and resolves any data or system inconsistencies or discrepancies Compiles metrics for monthly usage reporting and training content adoption Provides ongoing technical support to the learning management system Works with members of L&D and stakeholders to ensure proper setup and system support for learning activities within the LMS Manages training-related purchase order requests Manage the inbox for end users and the inbox for employees What We're Looking For :
   Proficiency in Windows, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Strong attention to detail and data accuracy Ability to effectively communicate with vendor's software support staff regarding system specific issues Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with members of L&D and stakeholders Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree Experience with online learning management systems Familiarity with Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD) Familiarity with Learning & Development processes #LI-Remote
   #LI-Hybrid
   
   What We Offer :
   Remote work opportunities + hybrid work arrangement Temporary or permanent workplace relocation in states we have a business presence Paid volunteer days to give back to the community 15 days of paid time off (to start) + 4-day year-end closure + 3 additional 'me' days 9 days of paid public holidays Generous 401 (k) employer match contribution Professional development and career growth opportunities Mentorship program participation to inspire the rising leaders of Laserfiche Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and opportunities to contribute to our DEI initiatives Employee Referral Program
   About Us :
   Laserfiche is the leading SaaS provider of intelligent content management and business process automation. Customers in 5+ industries use Laserfiche cloud-first development approach to boost productivity, scale their business and deliver digital-first customer experiences.
   
   Laserfiche employees in offices around the world are committed to the company's vision of empowering customers and inspiring people to reimagine how technology can transform lives.
   
   Click here to learn more about Life at Laserfiche.
   
   Diversity :
   Laserfiche complies with all Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action regulations. Laserfiche makes all employment decisions - such as recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, professional development practices, discipline and termination - without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic, marital status, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law, except as may be permitted by law.

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5. Post your job

   To find junior administrators for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any junior administrators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level junior administrators with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your junior administrator job on Zippia to find and attract quality junior administrator candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit junior administrators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   While interviews are great, you will only sometimes learn enough from a conversation with a junior administrator applicant. In those cases, having candidates complete a test project can go a long way in figuring out who's the most likely to succeed in the role. If you aren't a technical person and don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new junior administrator

   Once you've decided on a perfect junior administrator candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new junior administrator. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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