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Network Administrator (EXTENDED)

Employer
Cabrillo College
Location
California, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 3, 2021


Employment Opportunity

Are you interested in creating an amazing educational environment for students who are part of an equity driven community? Staff at Cabrillo College support quality programs and services to students that promote their diverse and evolving needs as they progress toward their individual educational goals. Come join us in our vision to improve the world, one student at a time!

This full-time (40 hours per week), 12-months per year Network Administrator position performs a wide-range of complex network and server administration functions including design, engineering, deployment, administration, maintenance, repair and documentation of the District’s LAN/WAN, telecommunication network infrastructure and various wireless networks that ensure highly available, resilient, secure wired and wireless access to staff, students and District visitors, and performs related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will share Cabrillo's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College serves approximately 11,400 students per term, of which 44% are LatinX, 5% multi-ethnic, 2.75% Asian, 1.25% African-American, 1% Filipino, 0.25% American Indian or Alaskan Native, and 0.18% Pacific Islander as of Fall 2019. In 2006, Cabrillo College was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.

As a classified staff member at Cabrillo College, you will join a vibrant community of professionals and educators working together to provide a positive educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

  • Architects, designs, plans, builds, maintains, secures and troubleshoots Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) hardware, including wiring components, servers, switches, hubs, bridges, wireless access points, routers and gateways, as well as external network connectivity and District facilities security systems such as lighting controllers, surveillance cameras, door access control systems, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) building control systems, greenhouse environmental controls and internet-related connected devices; ensures the separation and security of all wireless networks including those for students, labs, staff and District visitors; creates guest logons for public-facing events; installs and configures access points as needed.
  • Plans, tests and deploys server hardware upgrades; installs, tests and configures applications and new software functionalities to applicable servers and platforms; documents systems, topologies, configurations and irregularities or deviations; maintains relevant backups; assists with implementation of new recovery technologies.
  • Installs and configures firewalls; monitors networks to ensure security and availability; performs maintenance, backup and verification of all firewall updates and changes; defines access requirements and structure at the network interface.
  • Performs server administration duties for Windows and Linux operating systems; troubleshoots and repairs a variety of campus systems including student, faculty and staff network account management systems, multi-site active directories and internal and external Domain Naming Systems (DNS).
  • Serves as the architect for the District’s telecommunications infrastructure; designs, engineers, installs, monitors, upgrades and supports voice servers; installs, configures and maintains the refresh of VoIP phones; manages end devices and analog line services; works with telephone vendors and providers; manages voice protocols, voice licensing and device pools.
  • Maintains overall integrity and security of the network and server infrastructure; analyzes network resource utilization and implements solutions to ensure all network applications are accessible and functioning properly; identifies and recommends appropriate changes to network infrastructure to improve performance, availability and reliability.
  • With other Information Technology (IT) infrastructure staff, monitors system alerts, messages, events, abnormal conditions and activities that may impact performance or security; researches, troubleshoots and works with infrastructure staff, manager and vendors to resolve system errors, failures and other hardware and software issues.
  • Leads or participates in a variety of network, telecommunications and server-related projects; partici­pates in and supports District-wide large-scale deployment of new network processes, upgrades and equipment and assists in developing network upgrade strategies and proce­dures; develops system, software and hardware cost requirements and proposed timeframes for upgrades; troubleshoots and resolves conversion and implementation problems.
  • Monitors trends and developments in systems, networking and multi-platform communication tech­nologies; consults with vendors and other sources on industry and product direction, functionality and capabilities.
  • Participates in the acquisition, configuration, installation and maintenance of network uninter­ruptible power supplies, batteries, and environmental monitoring sensors and devices.
  • Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of policies, procedures and associ­ated training for network administration and operations; may provide training to lower-level IT staff.
OTHER DUTIES

  • Attends various meetings and participates on committees as required.
  • Stays current with related assignment-related technologies, standards and best practices.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disabi­lity, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.


Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
  • Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation, of community college students, faculty and staff AND
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in information systems, computer science or a related field AND
  • At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in local/wide area network and telecommunications administration including design, configuration, installation, monitoring and troubleshooting OR
  • An equiva­lent combination of training and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:
  • Wired and wireless network architectures and theory and principles of network design and integration, including topologies, protocols and network load distribution.
  • Principles, methods and techniques for layout, installation, configuration, integration and operation of network systems, components, equipment and devices.
  • Principles, methods and techniques for the design, installation, configuration, integration and opera­tion of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) network systems, components, equipment, devices and software.
  • Principles, methods and techniques for installation, configuration, integration and operation of Storage Area Network systems, components, equipment, devices and software.
  • Server hardware and operating system architecture, directory services, characteristics, commands and components applicable to District servers and computer platforms.
  • Network management software, equipment, tools and utilities.
  • Methods and techniques for performing connectivity testing and network analysis and trouble­shooting.
  • Principles, practices and methods of network administration and maintenance, including configura­tion, performance tuning and diagnostic tools.
  • Wired and wireless network security principles, equipment, software, practices, techniques and tools, including encryption standards and authentication methods.
  • Principles, practices and methods of systems administration and maintenance.
  • Disaster planning and recovery techniques.
  • Database management systems and software.
  • Standard programming and scripting languages and utilities applicable to assigned responsibilities.
Skills and Abilities to:
  • Design, configure, manage and maintain the operations of complex wired and wireless network systems to achieve optimal technical performance and user support.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex network hardware, software and/or connectivity problems.
  • Understand and apply the analysis of functional requirements to the development of proposals, speci­fi­cations and recommendations for efficient, cost-effective network systems and technology solutions to meet customer needs and requirements.
  • Assess customer needs, set priorities and allocate resources to most effectively meet needs in a timely manner.
  • Anticipate technical needs in areas of responsibility.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
  • Operate a computer and use standard business software.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Uphold the District’s mission, values and objectives including equity and Guided Pathways.
  • Support an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect and engagement.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

A valid California driver’s license or ability to access and use alternative transportation.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing duties, employees may sit or stand for extended periods and are regularly required to talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally move or carry up to forty (40) pounds. Duties require close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

While performing duties, employees use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret complex data, information and documents; analyze and solve complex and ambiguous problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with all levels of department and IT staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees typically work in an office. Some assignments may require working in an outdoor environment and occasionally working in the evenings and/or on weekends.

Additional Information

Starting Salary Range: $6,685 to $7,370 per month, the maximum initial salary step placement on the classified salary schedule is step 4; plus 5% annual increases up to step 7 .

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) assignment, 12 months per year. Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with evenings and weekends as required. Position scheduled to begin as soon as possible, pending Governing Board ratification. Salary is subject to proration based on beginning date of assignment.

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, life, short and long term, and vision (optional) insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis, CalPERS Retirement and an Employee Assistance Program. Please see the Benefits link on the HR webpage for more information.

Application Process:
  1. Completed application
  2. Resume
  3. Answer Supplemental Questions
  4. Attach unofficial transcripts for college coursework completed (copies, photos, and downloads are acceptable) and displaying any degrees conferred . Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicant’s expense - click here for more information.
Please note : All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above.

Attention Applicants
Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee. Application materials not required (including reference letters) for this position will not be reviewed. Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas. A position eligibility pool may be established in order to fill other full-time, part-time, or substitute assignments as needs arise.

Selection Procedure

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and can also be accessed through your application profile.

Conditions of Employment
Selected candidates given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit tuberculosis screening clearance results, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and present their Social Security card upon hire (for payroll purposes).

EEO Statement
Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status.

Accommodations
Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at cabrillohr@cabrillo.edu.

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