Albany State University Hiring for Network Administrator II at Albany State Rec. Location Full Time

Job Title: Network Administrator II
Location: Albany State Rec. Location
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 269286
About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers’ Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Network Support II is responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of the campuses’ computer network. This involves designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, optimizing, and supporting all network hardware, software, and communication links. This position supports the infrastructure needed by facilities and university police for life safety resources. This position implements and enforces disaster recovery, security, backup, and restore plans and help implement policies and procedures that align with industry standards and the University’s goals. This role is critical in managing the computer network and keeping it up-to-date with evolving technology.

Responsibilities

• Must have the ability to think critically with the capability to identify problems, using flexibility and adaptability while showing initiative and resourcefulness to deal with change.
• Designs, installs, configures, monitors, troubleshoots and manages installed networking equipment, operating software, and/or network security applications, which encompasses wired and wireless data networks servicing voice, video and data applications.
• Plans network installations by studying customer orders, plans, manuals, and technical specifications; ordering and gathering equipment, supplies, materials, and tools; assessing installation site; and preparing an installation diagram.
• Establishes voice and data networks by running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cables; installing telecommunications equipment, routers, switches,
• Establishes connections and integrations; following industry standards; activating remote access tools; and coordinating with contractors.
• Administers all equipment, hardware and software upgrades of the network devices
• Practices network asset management, including maintenance of network devices, inventory and related documentation and technical specifications information.
• Compiles network utilization reports for compliance, performance and security measures and to plan network expansions.
• Monitors and tests network performance and provides network performance statistics and reports to supervisor.
• Manages security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Will interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure network products and services
• Conducts research on network products, services, protocols, and standards in support of network procurement and development efforts.
• Establishes communications systems by installing, operating, and maintaining voice and data telecommunications network circuits and equipment.
• Manages all network hardware and equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, and UPSs; ensure network connectivity of all workstations.
• Assist in the development and periodic review of Service level agreements.
• Establishes service level agreements with end users.
• Position is required to serve as part on an on-call rotation.
• Manages and/or provides guidance to junior members of the team.
• Documents network and server infrastructure and critical component information.
• Performs related duties and others duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Associate’s degree in a related field

1 to 3 years’ experience in network administration or support

Possess a Network +, CCNA, Security + or advanced networking certification or obtain the certification within 6 months of hire.

Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean record to be able to travel between campuses in a company vehicle

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor¿s degree in related field

3 to 5 years’ experience in network administration or support

Proposed Salary

Salary is $50,769

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of technical documentation procedures.
• Knowledgeable in conducting research on network products, services, protocols, and standards in support of network procurement and development efforts.
• Knowledgeable in performing network improvements, upgrades, and repairs.

Skills

• Skilled in identifying and solving problems.
• Skilled in effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.
• Skilled in performing system backups and recovery of network devices.
• Skilled in monitoring and testing network performance
• Skilled in providing network performance statistics and reports.

Abilities

• Able to manage security solutions, including, but not limited to firewall, anti- virus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Able to manage network hardware and network attached equipment, including routers, switches, hubs, and UPSs.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at [email protected]. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at [email protected].

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

* a credit check completed for “Positions of Trust” and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

Other Information

Other Qualifications

Serves as part of 24/7 on-call rotation for emergencies and after-hours support. Not excluding holidays.

Occasional evening, weekend and extended work hours to meet deadlines.

Work requires frequent walking to buildings and office throughout the campuses

The work is typically performed by sitting at a desk, standing, walking, bending, or crouching.

Ability to frequently lift light and heavy objects (up to 60lbs)

Climb ladders and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.