Network and Systems Administrator

Middletown Public Schools Middletown Public Schools - Middletown, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps Network and Systems Administrator Middletown Public Schools Middletown Public Schools - Middletown, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board Job Details Job ID: 5850128 Application Deadline: Aug 06, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC) Posted: Jul 23, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description OB GOAL: To maintain all computers, peripherals and networks in such a condition of operating excellence that maximum educational use may be made of them at all times. ERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month year. Salary and work year to be established by the School Committee. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Director of Technology. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Act ethically and confidentially in all aspects of employment. Responsible for maintenance, installation, and configuration of district technology equipment, including hardware repair and software configuration/re-installation. Assists Help Desk staff with planning, troubleshooting, repairs, hardware and software problems, peripheral devices including all PC workstations, Chromebooks, printers, scanners, projectors, document cameras, phones, phone systems, and audio-visual equipment. Responsible for assisting help desk with hardware, software, and small parts inventory. Assists with the management of the district's wide area network. Performs backups of all administrative servers and maintains servers. Assists with planning and administering security on the network. Monitor network devices daily. Analyzes performance and problems of the network and produces network management reports. Helps to maintains & updates network plan. Works with consultants/architects/planners on network development. Assists in writing bid specs for equipment, with bid requests and equipment and small parts acquisition. Works with all staff to resolve hardware and software difficulties as well as service, setup, and upgrade hardware and software as appropriate. Assists buildings with operating and maintaining equipment and networks. Assists with testing and installing software, teaching integration specialist for support and training. Assists and monitors backups, virus checks, and print queue management. Assists the district in utilizing and managing other technology as needed. Performs periodic preventive maintenance on equipment. Administer and manage all district file servers including users (with help desk), applications, backup, rights, printing, Internet protocols and security. Operates/manages/monitors/documents the district's wide area network. Performs backups of all file servers and maintains servers. Assists with archiving of data, planning, and administering for disaster recovery. Install and maintain network equipment as needed: servers, switches, wireless equipment, etc. Develop a strong knowledge of education technology trends; be familiar and remain current with changes and developments in technology as related to Middletown Public Schools and our users. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Technology

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Able to provide support for and have strengths in the following areas: Proactive mindset Strong understanding of Active Directory, AD Policies, Azure, and Help Desk Systems Audio Visual and Telephone Equipment and Systems Window Based Applications Including but Not Limited to Office. GSuite Administrator Console Experience. GoGuardian Administration. IBoss content and intrusion systems Technical Skills in the Area of Technology and Audio Visua Attention to Detail and Well Organized Show Initiative, Creativity, and Innovation Willingness to Learn New Initiatives Dependable and Flexible Time Management Skills Interpersonal Communication Skill. Ability to Dealing with Conflict Decision Making & Problem-Solving Abilities Professional Attitude & Demeanor Providing Documentation of Configurations REPORTS TO: Director of Technology Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Administration > Technology Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school preferred. Four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; MCSE,CCNA, A+ Certification,.3-5 years of broad technical experience, with at least 2-3 years in a senior network administration role. Experience using and operating in a Windows Network Environment/Windows 10 desktop, with a strong knowledge of network infrastructure, networking concepts and hardware (such as switches, routers, firewalls, etc.), network security and encryption on the Internet. Thorough knowledge of operating environments and infrastructure is required, as is the ability to learn new operating systems quickly. Working knowledge of MS Terminal Services. Working knowledge of relational databases, database design, database report writers, including SQL and Access. Working knowledge of networking technologies including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and SNMP protocols. Effective communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff. Analytic ability to determine root causes of problems. Receptive to change and comfortable working with students, parents, staff, and others in a positive, encouraging manner. Have experience in providing assistance to others in the use of hardware and software. Know and follow district policy, procedures and chain of command. Experience in the field: workstation configuration and hardware/software installation, configuration, and repair. Excellent troubleshooting and project management skills, as well as strong written, oral communication and interpersonal skills required. Demonstrate good skills in computer literacy, specifically with Microsoft products. Ability to adapt to unexpected interruptions of the daily work pattern. Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to team efforts and organizational efforts. Act ethically and confidentially in all aspects of employment. Positive attitude. Agree to work with (mutually agreed upon) flex time schedule and be on call 24x7. Successful interview. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Committee may find appropriate. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Leah Caron , Administrative Assistant to Superintendent Oliphant School 26 Oliphant Lane Middletown, Rhode Island 02842 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education