Network Administrator

Network Administrator

Reports To: Director of Technology

Terms of Employment: 12 Month/Full-time

Supervises: None

Qualifications

Approximately 5 to 7 years of experience. or

4-year degree in related technology field. or

Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

CCNA, Network+, Security+ Certification or industry equivalent desired

Essential Job Functions

Understands and maintains wired and wireless network infrastructure for all school and non-school locations, including but not limited to: Network Switches, Firewalls, Wireless Access Points, UPS systems, IP Camera Systems

Coordinates with the IT Services Manager in evaluating the school system networking needs and recommending improvements/modifications to existing infrastructure

Demonstrates a strong knowledge of local area network architecture, requirements, operating systems, diagnostic tools, protocols, components and related technologies to diagnose and resolve complex local area network issues

Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff

Designs and implements local area networks in a school environment ensuring consistency of industry best practices for usability, maintenance and security under the direction of the IT Services Manager

Installs and maintains local area network infrastructure including network servers, routers, switches, wireless access points, battery backups, cameras and other networking devices

Operates and maintains local area networks, tracks significant problems, monitors performance, and performs upgrades to hardware and software as required

Maintains documentation regarding network configuration, operating procedures, and service records relating to network hardware and software

Attends classes, seminars, conferences, and reviews professional literature to enhance knowledge of trends and developments related to technology

Participates in long- and short-term technology planning

Acts as a support resource for IT Technician Team

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Must Be Able To:

Walk, lift, reach, stoop, sit, squat, bend, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch and type for extended periods of time up to 10 hours

Prepare, read, comprehend and analyze a variety of complex forms, reports, spreadsheets, maps, plans, records, documentation and correspondence in all languages required by the job

Speak to individuals or groups of people with poise, voice control and confidence

Respond adequately to inquiries or complaints

Write using standard convention in all languages required by the job

Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form

Communicate effectively and efficiently in all languages required by the job using whatever communication device or system is required

Use/interpret job related terminology, mathematical formulas and functions effectively and efficiently

Deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions maintaining effective working relationships

Perform under stress, deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situations

Be sensitive to cultural differences among individuals and groups of persons

Operate a motor vehicle

Operate/use a variety of job specific office machines and other office equipment

Manage multiple high priority initiatives in a fast paced, highly technical environment

Successfully perform the planning, directing, reporting and administrative responsibilities of this position

Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Work in this classification is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Generally, the job requires sitting, walking, and standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Employment will require extensive background check.

*All employees are to adhere to the ALL of Richmond County Schools Board of Education Policies. They are located here: Richmond County Schools