NETWORK AND SYSTEMS MANAGER at Orange Unified School District
About the Employer
About Us The Orange Unified School District serves approximately 28,000 students in grades kindergarten through 12th, and encompasses all or part of the cities of Anaheim, Garden Grove, Orange, Santa Ana, and Villa Park. In 1953, the citizens of the area voted to form a “unified” school district, combining the original five elementary districts with the high school district into one unified district, now known as the Orange Unified School District. The District has a long history of excellence that continues to grow and be enriched by the accomplishments of its students, teachers, staff and community. VISION - Our Commitment Inspiring our learners of today to be purposeful leaders of tomorrow. MISSION - Our Intention In partnership with our community, we will provide a safe, equitable, and innovative culture of learning for each scholar to have a competitive EDGE as a leader. CORE VALUES - Our Foundation * Integrity - We embrace a culture of ethical and transparent decision making and actions. * Equity - We promote inclusive and culturally relevant environments by supporting the social-emotional and intellectual needs of all. * Respect - We advocate for strong, compassionate relationships that appreciate the unique qualities of our diverse community. * Excellence - We strive for the highest standards in all endeavors by deliberately pursuing continuous growth and innovation.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Network and Systems Manager
DEFINITION
Under direction of the IT director; ensures the smooth and effective operation of the extended IT infrastructure for all district facilities; works closely with department staff senior management to help IT deliver strategic benefits to the business side the district and educational benefits of the students; provides leadership and direction for network technology and technical services; coordinates work with user departments and other IT units.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Provides leadership and direction in technology planning, equipment acquisition, deployment, and support.
- Plans, schedules, coordinates and supervises personnel engaged in network design, installation, and maintenance.
- Participates in development and implementation of District and department technology goals, priorities, standards, and procedures.
- Coordinates work with user departments and other IT units.
- Supervises and evaluates the system and network support staff for performance review and advancement.
- Determines the level and nature of specialized training required to keep staff current with emerging technologies; implements training as appropriate.
- Makes recommendations for department level positions.
- Prepares bid requests, evaluates proposals, and oversee vendor contracts.
- Assists in the preparation and oversite of departmental budgets.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Network server operating systems; workstation hardware and software; procedures and techniques for ongoing maintenance and support of computer users; wide area network technologies including routers, video monitoring, and telephone systems; local area network technologies including wiring, hubs, and switches; emerging trends in networking as it applies to educational technology.
Ability to:
Coordinate and direct network design, implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting; communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; incorporate new technology into future hardware and network service delivery plans; work with vendors and other third parties to coordinate installations, solve problems, and complete projects; communicate with multiple stakeholder groups; comply with the District’s customer service standards, as outlined in Board Policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carryout essential job functions.
- Lifting, pushing and/or pulling objects normally does not exceed 50 pounds; positions in this class perform work which is primarily sedentary.
- Positions in this class require the mobility to stand, stoop, reach and bend; positions in this class require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
- Positions in this class require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
- Incumbents may be required to work at a video display terminal for prolonged periods; incumbents of positions in this class may be required to use a personal vehicle in the course of employment.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Minimum of five years’ progressively responsible experience in the areas of systems engineering, networking, communications, and operating systems. Education equivalent to four years of college coursework in information technology or a bachelor’s degree in either information technology or a closely related field. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent preferred.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT
Possess a valid California Motor Vehicle operator's license.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Insurability by the District’s liability insurance carrier.
Rev. 6/30/15
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
* OUSD ED JOIN On Line Classified Leadership Application * Letter of Introduction * Resume * Three Letters of Recommendation * Written response to supplemental questions posted below 1.) The data center has experienced a catastrophic power failure and will need to be brought back up to operation: a.) Please describe the components of the data center you would bring up, and in what order. b.) At one point, Active directory is not accessible even though the domain controllers are online and network connected. Describe a possible race condition with another foundational network service which could prevent Active Directory Services from starting. 2.) Reflect on the toughest technical situation you have encountered in your professional career. Please describe the situation, resources you reached out to, steps you took to resolve the issue and how you or your team resolved the issue. Address all correspondence to: Christina Lin, Administrative Director, Technology Services
* OUSD ED JOIN On Line Classified Leadership Application * Letter of Introduction * Resume * Three Letters of Recommendation * Written response to supplemental questions posted below 1.) The data center has experienced a catastrophic power failure and will need to be brought back up to operation: a.) Please describe the components of the data center you would bring up, and in what order. b.) At one point, Active directory is not accessible even though the domain controllers are online and network connected. Describe a possible race condition with another foundational network service which could prevent Active Directory Services from starting. 2.) Reflect on the toughest technical situation you have encountered in your professional career. Please describe the situation, resources you reached out to, steps you took to resolve the issue and how you or your team resolved the issue. Address all correspondence to: Christina Lin, Administrative Director, Technology Services
Comments and Other Information
* Minimum of five years’ progressively responsible experience in the areas of systems engineering, networking, communications, and operating systems.
* Education equivalent to four years of college coursework in information technology or a bachelor’s degree in either information technology or a closely related field.
* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent preferred.
Comments and Other Information
* Minimum of five years’ progressively responsible experience in the areas of systems engineering, networking, communications, and operating systems.
* Education equivalent to four years of college coursework in information technology or a bachelor’s degree in either information technology or a closely related field.
* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent preferred.
Application Deadline
11/30/2016 2:45 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/10/2016
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Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$80,136 - $102,706
Length of Work Year
2016-2017 249 DAYS OF SERVICE
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision (emp & dep) Life Insurance (emp only)
Doctoral Stipend :
$3,500 annually