Irvine Valley College

Network Systems Administrator (Two or more positions) (Lateral and External)

Initial Screening Date 08/11/2021

Pay Range: 143 - Starting at $7,292 per Month

Classification Benefits:

The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to eligible employees, which includes medical and dental insurance, a vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and a long-term disability income-protection plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District. Mandatory retirement incentive is with California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

In order to be considered for this opening, you must apply through the District website at https://jobs.socccd.edu

Summary Description:

Under direction from management staff, serves as the primary administrator of a College’s computer network systems; assures the effective planning, design, evaluation, modification and maintenance of data networks; and performs a variety of high-level and hands-on technical work on wide area data networks, including the design, engineering and operations of Internet and intranet servers.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Incumbents assigned to this class serve as the primary administrator and technical resource of the computer network systems at a major District location, such as a college.

Knowledge of:

• Administration of data networks (LAN/WAN) in a large, complex organization.

• Applicable data and network standards and applications.

• Server and desktop application software.

• Operational characteristics of Windows and Linux operating systems.

• Programming languages and web server software.

• Principles of data back up and disaster recovery.

• Principles and practices of basic data communication circuitry.

• Equipment and materials currently available for new and revised data network installations.

• Network server installation and maintenance techniques.

• Use of tools and equipment required for installation, maintenance and testing of data communication circuits and wiring.

Ability to:

• Administer the College’s local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN) including Internet and Intranet servers.

• Plan and organize large projects requiring the involvement of several departments.

• Design or modify a variety of network and electronic systems and equipment.

• Make system-programming changes to network equipment and systems.

• Install or repair various computer components and network wiring.

• Ensure optimum operation and efficiency of student and staff web based services.

• Evaluate existing network needs and requests and recommend system design modifications or equipment purchases.

• Analyze technical problems accurately and recommend or take an effective course of action.

• Work independently with minimum of direct supervision.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Education/Training:

Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a technical field such as computer science or current certification in data communications or network technology.

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible technical work experience in network service operations as a network technician and/or data communications analyst.

To Apply:

Please visit the District’s Employment Opportunities website at https://jobs.socccd.edu for a detailed job description, to learn more about the District and to complete an on-line application.  

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