Network Administrator I - $6,218 - $8,749 monthly
Network Administrator II - $6,855 - $9,646 monthly

The City of Redding is creating an eligibility list for Network Administrator I/II to fill one full-time vacancy in the Information Technology Department, as well as future vacancies that occur during the life of this list.
Under general direction the Network Administrator will plan, install, diagnose and test, support, and maintain network hardware components, network operating systems, VoIP, radio system(s), interfaces and connections of the City’s distributed computer systems.
The City of Redding provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance, paid time off and a CalPERS retirement program along with a great work environment.

Network Administrator I

• Assist in the installation and maintenance of network hardware and operating systems and software on the City’s network. Assist with strategic planning.

• Install, configure, and maintain network resources such as routers, controllers, servers, printers, firewalls and security.

• Configure, document and distribute new network equipment and software.

• Maintain records, including a complete and current inventory of all network equipment, data-communication equipment and network software versions.

• Perform systems programming.

• Assist in providing customer and Help Desk training for equipment and software within scope of network operations.

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Network Administrator II

• Assist in providing customer and Help Desk training for equipment and software within scope of network operations.

• Continually monitor new technologies in support of various systems currently in operation.

• Assist in evaluation and testing of various new hardware and software developments.

• Provide support in the proper use of hardware as it affects the City’s network.

• Plan, assign, coordinate and oversee network and PC personnel and/or other personnel as assigned.

• Plan, coordinate, assign and oversee the work of lower level staff. Provide input on employee performance reviews. Provide support for staff during leaves, i.e., vacation, sick, etc., and during heavy or peak workloads.

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• Knowledge of advanced level of network and personal computer operations, terminals, printers, modems and communications equipment, networks and network operating systems

• Knowledge of testing and diagnostic techniques

• Knowledge of network topologies and software

• Ability to interact effectively with the public and employees

• Ability to maintain an effective and cooperative team

• Ability to configure and trouble-shoot network hardware and communication equipment and operating systems and personal computer and peripheral equipment

• Ability to install and optimize network client software and personal computer software assign, coordinate and oversee the work of others comprehend personal computer software and network manuals

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements:

• Typical education would include a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent in Computer Science, or equivalent combination of college, certifications, and work experience.

• Typical experience would include three to five years of experience working with networks and personal computers, one year of which shall have been in a lead capacity.

• Possession of the appropriate California driver’s license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment.

• Requires some work be performed after normal working hours and is subject to being on call to solve problems, provide back-up for staff, etc.

• Lift/move computers and related equipment up to 50 pounds.

You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam and junk mail folders.

Examination Process: The exam process may involve an online written examination and/or an oral board examination. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill current and future vacancies.
 
Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon:

• Positive past employment references.
• Review of driver history record.
• Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older).
• Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test.