Network Administrator

Network Administrator

The Network Systems Administrator coordinates the district's wide area network (WAN), local area networks (LAN) and telecommunications systems to ensure that the district's students and staff have access to appropriate technological resources, and that district data is secure. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and maintaining the development of the district's wide area network (WAN), local area networks (LAN) and telecommunications systems to ensure the availability for appropriate technological resources for students and staff.
• Establishing appropriate level of security to ensure protection of computing resources and district data.
• Consulting with staff responsible for applications to ensure that applications are running properly and that data is maintained in appropriate formats.
• Coordinating the purchasing and installation of data, voice and video communication systems for the district and school sites.
• Establishing and managing service contracts for the maintenance and support of computer equipment in the district and school sites.
• Establishing and managing service contracts for the maintenance and support of the data, voice and video communication systems in the district and school sites.
• Preparing documentation for network hardware and software systems (including licensing).
• Evaluating and making recommendations for the acquisition of and efficient use of bandwidth.
• Establishing and implementing industry-standard backup procedures for district data.
• Implementing and maintaining a district work order system.
• Maintaining relationships with corresponding district hardware and software vendors.
• Coordinating the installations and maintenance of computer hardware and software applications by district personnel and outside vendors.
• Providing leadership in the design, implementation, and maintenance of efficient and integrated technology systems that support the district's Technology Plan.
• Preparing budget recommendations for the acquisition and support of the district WAN, LAN and telecommunications infrastructure.
• Fulfilling requirements in planning, application and implementation of E-Rate funding on an annual basis.
• Providing direct supervision and management of technology staff assigned by the director of technology.
• Working with the director of technology to improve and recommend upgrades in the district WAN, LAN and telecommunications systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in managing LAN, WAN and telecommunications systems implementations.

Education/Certifications: BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience CCNA Certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) or equivalent industry certification CCDA Certification (Cisco Certified Design Associate) or equivalent industry certification MCSE Certification or equivalent work experience A+ and N+ Certification or equivalent work experience Salary: Classified Exempt Salary Schedule