Network Architect-Administrator

Duluth Public Schools, ISD 709•Duluth, MN

66d

About The Position

Responsible for the operation of the ISD 709 computer network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, Internet, network servers, and system security. This responsibility includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure voice and video systems to support curriculum and administrative requirements. Supervise several network engineers and system specialists. Ensure that ISD 709 employees and students have access to high-quality, reliable systems, support, and services. Provides assistance to ISD 709 staff with network-related problems requiring expert troubleshooting and problem analysis, ensuring quality service, with an emphasis on customer satisfaction. Provides monthly summary reports that would identify systems status, failures, deficiencies, and potential system issues. Coordinates, when necessary, direct assistance from manufacturers and vendors, including auditing and checking for accuracy vendor billing.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four-year College or University in Computer Science, MIS, Business Technology plus either two years of experience as a Network Engineer/Network Administrator in a company with a staffing level of 750 or larger
OR • Two-year Trade/Vocational School certification/degree in Networking/Technology plus four years of experience as a Network Engineer/Network Administrator in a company comparable with a staffing level of 750 or larger
OR • Six years of experience as a Network Engineer/Network Administrator in a company comparable with a staffing level of 750 or larger
AND Two years of supervisory experience.
Training or experience supporting Cisco Network Infrastructure (telephony, switches, wireless, ISE, etc.) or the equivalent work experience in a Network Support position in a small to medium size company.
Experience supporting Cisco Infrastructure (telephony, switches, wireless, ISE, etc.)
Ability to transport oneself to worksites throughout the District in a timely manner.
Must have valid driver's license (required)

Nice To Haves

Two or more of the following Cisco Certifications: CCNA Routing and Switching, CCNA Wireless, CCNP, CCNA Voice
Two plus years supporting Cisco Telephony/VoIP, Cisco Emergency Responder/E911 and Cisco UCS Server/System
Two plus years using Microsoft DHCP and two plus years supporting Microsoft DNS
Previous experience operating and maintaining a Network Access Control System (such as Cisco ISE)
Prior K12 work experience

Responsibilities

Operation of the ISD 709 computer network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, Internet, network servers, and system security.
Design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure voice and video systems to support curriculum and administrative requirements.
Supervise several network engineers and system specialists.
Ensure that ISD 709 employees and students have access to high-quality, reliable systems, support, and services.
Provides assistance to ISD 709 staff with network-related problems requiring expert troubleshooting and problem analysis, ensuring quality service, with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.
Provides monthly summary reports that would identify systems status, failures, deficiencies, and potential system issues.
Coordinates, when necessary, direct assistance from manufacturers and vendors, including auditing and checking for accuracy vendor billing.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Single Coverage - District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually
Family Coverage - District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00 into HRA annually
Dental Plan
Single Coverage - District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)
Family Coverage - District pays 25% of Premium
Life Insurance
District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance
Long Term Disability
District-provided at no cost to employee
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts
Retirement
The District contributes 7.5% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan.
Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options.
Time Off
Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.