Network Administrator

JOB SUMMARY

Network administrator for the school district. Includes maintaining network infrastructure like servers, switches, applications, VOIP systems, HVAC controls, IP Cameras software systems and hardware.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Maintain the district’s Cisco network and Wireless infrastructure to include switches, routers, wireless and VoIP;
• Maintain Windows Servers to include required updates and monitoring for efficiency;SCCM, Active Directory;
• Create, implement, and maintain a plan for server backups and disaster recovery solutions;
• Responsible for network account management for staff and students on Microsoft and Google Apps systems;
• Direct point of contact for divisional online educational software services from account management to renewals;
• Administration of Online Application such as Google Admin, Azure, Clever and others;
• Participate in on-call support and after-hours maintenance activities as needed to minimize disruption to instructional and administrative operations;
• Participate in on-call support and after-hours maintenance activities as needed to minimize disruption to instructional and administrative operations;
• Participate in the Cyber-Incident response team;
• Provide advanced technical support/assistance to Network Technicians and school personnel;
• Provide assistance when directed as it relates to hardware/software for online SOL testing and other similar district testing events;
• Provides support in investigations related to the collection of data for Human Resources and school administrators;
• Work closely with the Director of Technology and district/building leaders for strategic planning initiatives; and
• Performs other assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Appropriate current certifications from Cisco Certified Network Administrator as necessary to administer the current network infrastructure.? Cisco certifications embrace VoIP management, virtual networks, wireless infrastructure, routers, and switches.
• A minimum of?three (3) years in a similar capacity.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university is desired.
• Other such qualities may be approved in lieu of any of the above by the School Board;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate openly and effectively with students, parents, community patrons, staff, and administration as a positive representative of the Culpeper County Public School system.
• Skill in excellent organization.
• Skill in managing complex computer network configurations across a wide area network.
• Professional demeanor and an understanding of maintaining confidentiality.
• Willingness to work non-scheduled hours as required to maintain the computer network.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is typically performed in the central office and throughout the division. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, and lifting up to approximately 50 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Travel to schools throughout the division and central office is required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment exposes the employee to inside and outside environmental conditions. Regular contact with staff members and administrators is required. Accurate record keeping is required.

EVALUATION:

The supervisor will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.