Network Administrator
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Location: District Heights, MD 20747
Description:
Position Type:
Technology/Network/Systems Specialist
Date Posted:
6/3/2024
Location:
RSU #57 District
REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, ME 04087
Title: Network Administrator
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in the field of Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or equivalent 4-year technical degree, combination of experience and education will be considered, or High School diploma or equivalent, and 8 years work experience as network administrator. Valid State of Maine Department of Education fingerprint certification. Extensive knowledge of networking protocols and structures, cyber security, telecommunications, and printers/copiers. Extensive knowledge of Fortinet and Meraki, or similar products. Experience with Google, GoGuardian, Canon Uniflow, and Tyler Technologies Cybersecurity products is a plus.
Reports to: Director of Technology
Job Goal:
The Network Administrator's role is to plan and coordinate the design, installation, and connectivity of computer and network systems to ensure the stable operation of the RSU57's IT assets. Additionally, the role will oversee a Data Specialist responsible for district productivity apps, content & web filtering, mobile device management, cyber security initiatives, and web page development & management. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
Performance Responsibilities:
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift (ranging from 25-75 lbs), bend, pull, push, walk, kneel, crouch, and perform other physical tasks that may be required from time to time.
Terms of Employment: Salary, work year and working conditions to be established by the RSU 57 School Board.
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation.
Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Technology/Network/Systems Specialist
Date Posted:
6/3/2024
Location:
RSU #57 District
REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57
Office of the Superintendent
Waterboro, ME 04087
Title: Network Administrator
Qualifications:
Reports to: Director of Technology
Job Goal:
The Network Administrator's role is to plan and coordinate the design, installation, and connectivity of computer and network systems to ensure the stable operation of the RSU57's IT assets. Additionally, the role will oversee a Data Specialist responsible for district productivity apps, content & web filtering, mobile device management, cyber security initiatives, and web page development & management. This includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Developing, configuring, maintaining, supporting and optimizing all new and existing network hardware, software, and communication links.
- Ensuring the stability and integrity of in-house voice, data, video and wireless network services through planning, designing, and developing local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs) across the organization.
- Participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all network hardware, software, and communication links.
- Troubleshoot network performance issues, as well as analyze network traffic and provide capacity planning solutions.
- Analyze and resolve wireless local area networks (WLAN) hardware, software problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end-user training where required.
- Responsible for the organization's telecommunications infrastructure which includes configuring, diagnosing, repairing, upgrading, and optimizing all telephone systems and services, voicemail, and VoIP communication systems, and video conferencing environments, both internally and those integrated with Internet-based services.
Performance Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with technical services team members to assess near and long term network capacity needs and design and implement strategic plans to make certain network capacity meets existing and future requirements.
- Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, network mapping, processes, and service records.
- Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated training plans for network administration, usage, and disaster recovery.
- Develop and deploy methodologies for testing network performance and providing network performance statistics and reports.
- Practice network asset management, including maintenance of network component inventory and related documentation.
- Conduct testing and development of disaster recovery plans to detect faults, minimize malfunctions and back up systems as it relates to network functionality.
- Design and support VoIP infrastructure and its associated software, including IP-PBXs, call management systems, voicemail, and interactive voice response.
- Select, deploy, and utilize appropriate tools for reporting and routing of IP telephony traffic on the network.
- Document the WLAN's architecture, design, and layout, including protocols and standards used, as well as configuration.
- Design and deploy company LANs, WANs, and WLANs, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPSs and other hardware.
- Conduct research on network products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of developments in the networking industry in support of network procurement and development efforts.
- Oversee new and existing equipment, hardware, and software upgrades relating to network or telephony equipment.
- Plan and implement any improvement, modification, or replacement of network infrastructure components.
- Where necessary, liaise with equipment vendors during installations and hardware performance issues.
- Design and deploy enterprise-class wireless networks, including access points, servers, routers, hubs, switches, and other hardware.
- Receive, prioritize, and respond to incoming work orders, calls, and/or emails regarding equipment and/or connectivity problems.
- Accurately document instances of software or hardware failure, repair, installation, and removal or other work requests.
- Manage and ensure optimal operation of all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, UPSs, and so on.
- Manage and ensure effectiveness of security solutions, including firewalls, anti-virus solutions, Virtual Private Networks, and intrusion detection systems.
- Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with departmental administration regarding pertinent network activities.
- Configure all networks to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling organizational objectives and processes.
- Define and implement strategies for integrating disparate operating system environments.
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed to identify and remedy network performance bottlenecks.
- Ensure network connectivity of all servers, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances.
- Perform on-site analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex network problems for a variety of end users, and recommend and implement corrective solutions.
- Manage planning and maintenance of network cabling, including server closets.
- Participate in managing all network security solutions.
- Perform server and security audits, and system backups and recovery.
- Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
- Other duties may be assigned by the Director of Technology given the ever-changing landscape of technology.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift (ranging from 25-75 lbs), bend, pull, push, walk, kneel, crouch, and perform other physical tasks that may be required from time to time.
Terms of Employment: Salary, work year and working conditions to be established by the RSU 57 School Board.
Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation.
Note: The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.