Network Administrator

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Network Administrator provides operational and project support for systems associated with the campus access networks and other related systems. The administrator will work closely with the Network Enterprise Systems team leader and Director of Infrastructure Systems to achieve the campus goal of a high-functioning access network. The job responsibilities for this position will be to operate network systems in a collaborative team environment with individual systems responsibilities assigned as needed in support of strategic goals. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in any field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least two years of formal IT-related job experience
• At least two years of experience in the field of data networking
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Nice To Haves

• A network certification from a leading network technology vendor that displays proficiency in route/switch technology; ACSA, CCNA, or equivalent
• At least five years of IT experience in a formal role
• At least three years of experience in the field of data networking
• IT related work experience in higher education
• IT related work experience in a large enterprise of 1000+ employees
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail
• Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Responsibilities

• Operate network systems in a collaborative team environment with individual systems responsibilities assigned as needed in support of strategic goals.
• Provide operational and project support for systems associated with the campus access networks and other related systems.
• Work closely with the Network Enterprise Systems team leader and Director of Infrastructure Systems to achieve the campus goal of a high-functioning access network.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree