What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network & Systems Administrator I position at City of Shreveport?
Under the direction of the Senior LAN Manager, the Network & Systems Administrator I assists with the daily administration of the network/server environment. Monitors network performance and performs basic troubleshooting of the network infrastructure. Performs routine updates and maintenance tasks. May be responsible for tracking inventory and maintaining documentation. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
Any higher class or level for which eligible or qualified.
Physical Requirements: Tasks involve the ability to exert very light physical effort in sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Tasks require perception and discrimination of visual and oral communication ability.
Work Requirements: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions
- Basic administration of the network/systems/security hardware, software and policies – LAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.
- Maintains and deploys physical and virtual Windows and Linux servers, including operating system installations, configurations, and security patches.
- Basic administration of servers, virtual environment, SAN/NAS and backup systems.
- Application and infrastructure monitoring, alerting, troubleshooting, and escalation.
- Updates IT documentation of servers and network infrastructure.
- Provides Tier 2 support for PC Technicians.
- Provides basic support of the networking infrastructure including on-going performance tuning, hardware upgrades and troubleshooting as required.
- Excellent written and verbal skills and an ability to work with others as part of a team.
- Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advanced notice.
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field and a minimum of one year of experience in Information Technology as a LAN Manager, Network Administrator or Systems Administrator. Any equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
- Must have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies such as Windows Server, Active Directory, DHCP and DNS; knowledge of core network technologies such as LAN/WAN, subnets, HTTP, FTP, switches and wireless. Must have a good understanding of user environment management, including desktops/laptops and profile management. Prefer CCENT/CCNA and/or MCSA Certifications.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, departments and subordinates. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact and communicate across all levels of the organization; must be able to work as part of a team and be willing to learn as technology changes; intelligent, self-motivated, well organized and detail oriented; ability to supervise. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Must possess a valid Louisiana driver's license. Criminal background check required for hire.
Any higher class or level for which eligible or qualified.
Physical Requirements: Tasks involve the ability to exert very light physical effort in sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Tasks require perception and discrimination of visual and oral communication ability.
Work Requirements: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions
Salary : $4,661 - $7,407
