Network Administrator

Under the general supervision of the Technology Coordinator to oversee and administer the functions and operations of the school district's technology infrastructure, network systems and technology services, assessing the effectiveness of the school district's technology infrastructure and security, providing recommendations regarding potential hardware and software upgrades, and maintaining the proper functioning of all network and hardware systems., * Assesses malfunctions of hardware and/or software applications for the purpose of determining appropriate actions to maintain computer and network operations, filtering devices, security and proper use.

• Manages the development of the school district local area networks for the purpose of ensuring the efficient growth and development of productivity.
• Serves as a consultant to District staff and assists in the use of technology to support instruction and integrate with the District's curriculum.
• Provides leadership and technical support for the purpose of designing, developing and maintaining an efficient, unified and fully integrated technology system.
• Engages in troubleshooting and problem solving to diagnose problems with the school district's computer network systems, hardware, software, and takes corrective action as needed.
• Researches computer hardware and software applications, vendors, consultants and current technology for the purpose of being knowledgeable on trends, ensuring availability and recommending applications and purchases.
• Handles all questions from employees regarding the use of the school district's computer network systems for the purpose of resolving issues and implementing corrective measures.
• Maintains records relating to inventory, repair and use of school district network equipment.
• Recommends policies, procedures and/or actions for the purpose of providing direction for the school district's Technology functions and to ensure the computer network system is meeting school district needs.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments related to the position by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Other duties pertaining to technology operations

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position will interact regularly with staff and vendors and must have excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to apply common sense understanding and carrying out instructions and plans is required. On a regular basis must use independent judgment to determine actions to be taken, priorities, emergencies, etc. Minimal exposure to dirt, odors, heights, cleaning chemicals, variable temperatures and weather conditions. Requires moderate physical effort to include climbing stairs, lifting and moving up to 40 pounds (i.e. file boxes, supplies, paper) stooping, bending, standing and walking. This description is intended to illustrate the level of work difficulty and kinds of job duties that may be assigned to individuals in this position and should not be interpreted to describe all the duties that may be required. The use of a particular expression or illustration to describe duties does not exclude the assignment of other job duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. The described job duties do not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. SALARY AND STATUS: FLSA: Exempt Salaried Position This is a full time, non-union exempt position. The salary for this position will be based on educational attainment and experience. Salary Schedule: Salary based upon the Administrator Salary Scale. Salary grade and step placement will be established at the time of employment by the Superintendent and Director of Operations. WORK SCHEDULE: 260 days per year (minus approved vacation and holidays) as a non-teaching supervisor.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience in related field, Master's Degree in related field preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of and ability to setup and use, MS Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, and Cloud Print Services.
• In-depth understanding of a domain-based enterprise environment.
• In-depth knowledge of and ability to setup and use Google G Suite and associated management tools and services as well as other cloud services.
• In-depth knowledge of and ability to use MS Office Standard (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), including most current and previous versions.
• Knowledge of PC hardware and software.
• Knowledge of sound practices in network troubleshooting.
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritize a variety of support questions and user needs.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form, and to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to train employees and lead them through changes in procedures, etc.
• Ability to problem solve job-related issues.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding school district financial and other information.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Teamwork and consensus-building skills.
• Ability to supervise employees and provide clear direction, goals and objectives in a respectful manner.
• Successfully pass the BCI and FBI background checks.
• Successfully pass the pre-employment medical, drug and TB tests.