What are the responsibilities and job description for the Network Specialist I/II (41-6098) Anchorage position at State of Alaska?
Job Description
Join the Alaska Court System’s Networking team and help power the systems that keep justice moving! We’re looking for a tech-savvy problem solver who enjoys working with servers, networks, and cutting-edge tools. In this role, you’ll install and maintain Datacenter/WAN/LAN infrastructure, and manage systems like Microsoft Windows Server, Exchange, SQL, Citrix, antivirus software, and more—keeping our critical technology running smoothly.
You’ll troubleshoot network issues, fine-tune system performance, and make sure users have secure access to the tools they need. From supporting local and wide area networks to enhancing digital communication systems, your work will have a real impact every day. You’ll collaborate with state agencies and vendors, plan for emergencies, and help shape the future of court technology.
If you like variety, this job delivers—you’ll even travel to remote court locations across Alaska to set up or repair systems, bringing high-quality tech support wherever it’s needed. Every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a difference.
This position is in the partially-exempt service; the incumbent serves "at-will" to the appointing authority.
An ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please detail each of these in the required letter of interest.
An ideal candidate will possess the following preferred experience. Please detail each of these in the required letter of interest.
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.
Exceptional Benefits For Full-Time Employees
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes12 paid holidays, medical, dental, and optional vision coverage, and employer-paid life insurance. Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave is accrued for vacation, illness, or personal needs.
Enjoy peace of mind and long-term security while serving your community.
See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/index.html for additional information.
LEGAL RIGHT TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:http://www.courts.alaska.gov
The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of professional experience in networking, information technology analysis and troubleshooting, system maintenance, computer hardware and software installation and maintenance, network utilities and services, and database management; one year of which MUST be in Microsoft-based network operating systems.
Substitution
A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field may substitute for two years of non-specific professional experience.
OR
Microsoft infrastructure certification, Microsoft Security Certification, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or relevant certification may substitute for one year of non-specific professional experience.
Additional Required Information
This applies to your application submission.
Documents To Be Attached To The Application (REQUIRED)
If You Are Selected To Advance To The Interview Phase Of The Recruitment Process, You Must Provide The Following At The Time Of The Interview (if Not Already Attached To Your Application)
Please attach a professional letter of interest to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it to recruitment@akcourts.gov.
Your Letter Of Interest Should
If using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered "not qualified," you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEW
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND AND CREDIT CHECKS
A criminal background check and credit check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer "no" to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242. The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.
Contact Information
Contact Title: Recruitment
E-Mail: recruitment@akcourts.gov
Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone Number: (907) 264-8242
The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package. The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.
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US Citizenship is required for this position to obtain security clearance. Can you verify that you meet this requirement?
Are you a current or former Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please list location and department.
Have you attached (or submitted) the required letter of interest detailing how your knowledge, skills, and abilities pertain to the bulleted points listed in the job description? Failure to submit a letter of interest will disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
The work schedule for this position is Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Do you understand this requirement?
Join the Alaska Court System’s Networking team and help power the systems that keep justice moving! We’re looking for a tech-savvy problem solver who enjoys working with servers, networks, and cutting-edge tools. In this role, you’ll install and maintain Datacenter/WAN/LAN infrastructure, and manage systems like Microsoft Windows Server, Exchange, SQL, Citrix, antivirus software, and more—keeping our critical technology running smoothly.
You’ll troubleshoot network issues, fine-tune system performance, and make sure users have secure access to the tools they need. From supporting local and wide area networks to enhancing digital communication systems, your work will have a real impact every day. You’ll collaborate with state agencies and vendors, plan for emergencies, and help shape the future of court technology.
If you like variety, this job delivers—you’ll even travel to remote court locations across Alaska to set up or repair systems, bringing high-quality tech support wherever it’s needed. Every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a difference.
- * * * * * * * * * * * * * * US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
This position is in the partially-exempt service; the incumbent serves "at-will" to the appointing authority.
An ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please detail each of these in the required letter of interest.
- Effective problem-solving, multi-tasking and critical thinking skills.
- Experience and ability to deal with high-priority, confidential, or sensitive information.
- Ability to work calmly and effectively under tight/high-pressure deadlines and changing priorities.
- Ability to stay focused on numerous details and maintain a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to accept supervision and direct instruction.
- Ability to communicate information courteously, accurately and effectively.
An ideal candidate will possess the following preferred experience. Please detail each of these in the required letter of interest.
- Two (2) years of active directory experience within the last three (3) years.
- One (1) year of VMware experience (Version 7 or higher).
- One (1) year of Citrix experience (Version 7.15 or higher).
- One (1) year of Cisco Meraki Security Appliance or similar infrastructure experience.
- One (1) year of Palo Alto or similar web security software experience.
- One (1) year of experience administering a Microsoft Exchange installation (Version 2010 or higher).
- One (1) of experience configuring Cisco routers and switches.
- Possess a Microsoft infrastructure certification, Microsoft Security Certification, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or relevant certification.
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.
Exceptional Benefits For Full-Time Employees
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes12 paid holidays, medical, dental, and optional vision coverage, and employer-paid life insurance. Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave is accrued for vacation, illness, or personal needs.
Enjoy peace of mind and long-term security while serving your community.
See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/index.html for additional information.
LEGAL RIGHT TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT
The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:http://www.courts.alaska.gov
The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of professional experience in networking, information technology analysis and troubleshooting, system maintenance, computer hardware and software installation and maintenance, network utilities and services, and database management; one year of which MUST be in Microsoft-based network operating systems.
Substitution
A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field may substitute for two years of non-specific professional experience.
OR
Microsoft infrastructure certification, Microsoft Security Certification, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or relevant certification may substitute for one year of non-specific professional experience.
Additional Required Information
This applies to your application submission.
Documents To Be Attached To The Application (REQUIRED)
- A letter of interest, completed per the instructions below.
- Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
If You Are Selected To Advance To The Interview Phase Of The Recruitment Process, You Must Provide The Following At The Time Of The Interview (if Not Already Attached To Your Application)
- Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations or two (2) letters of recommendation.
- A list of three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.
Please attach a professional letter of interest to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it to recruitment@akcourts.gov.
Your Letter Of Interest Should
- Be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Explain how you meet the minimum AND preferred qualifications of the position.
If using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered "not qualified," you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEW
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND AND CREDIT CHECKS
A criminal background check and credit check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer "no" to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242. The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.
Contact Information
Contact Title: Recruitment
E-Mail: recruitment@akcourts.gov
Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone Number: (907) 264-8242
The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package. The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.
- Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents
- Vision plan (optional)
- Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan
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US Citizenship is required for this position to obtain security clearance. Can you verify that you meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Are you a current or former Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please list location and department.
- Yes
- No
Have you attached (or submitted) the required letter of interest detailing how your knowledge, skills, and abilities pertain to the bulleted points listed in the job description? Failure to submit a letter of interest will disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
- Yes
- No
The work schedule for this position is Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Do you understand this requirement?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
Salary : $3,633