Technology Services - Network Specialist Ii

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Position Title
Technology Services - Network Specialist II
Schedule / Grade
12-month
Job Code
94IITSN547
FLSA
Exempt
Calendar
ADSUP-S
Benefits
Eligible
Contract Type
Notification
Bargaining Unit
None
Revised Date
01/05/2024
PURPOSE
The Network Specialist II coordinates and assists with all network related hardware and software as well as the organization of support services designed to facilitate the use of technology within the district for the staff and students.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee the District's WAN\LAN infrastructure, voice and video networks, Internet Access, system wide services.
• Manages Mitel VOIP servers and voice equipment for district internal and external communications.
• Assist with network routing and switching design, implementation and management. Responsible for configuration and maintenance of Juniper switches and routers.
• Setup and design of additional LAN networks with the additional or new building of school sites and interconnection with existing fiber network.
• Monitoring of network resources and WAN\LAN links to ensure communications are available for the learning environments.
• Configuration, administration and troubleshooting of wireless network, currently Ruckus SmartZone controller and APs..
• Perform configuration, administration and troubleshooting of District Internet filter, firewall, and other network security devices and services
• Monitoring of new network technology and wireless advancements to help with instructional needs of buildings\staff\students.
• Explores and evaluates current developments and innovations in the fields of network hardware/software and WAN/LAN construction.
• Facilitates and encourages communication among the technicians, help desk staff and media specialists.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director and Infrastructure Division Coordinator of Technology Services.

Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS
All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Director of Technology Services
Supervises: None
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or a combination of education or five years of related work experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Ethernet and TCP/IP design configurations for supporting network infrastructure for local, wide, and metropolitan area networks.
• Working knowledge of computer security issues and knowledge of security programs.
• Experience with wireless access point deployment and setup in a large enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of fiber connections and planning of LAN expansion of the network.
• Experience with enterprise routing and switching configurations.
• Minimum of three years Network Specialist I experience or equivalent.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Proficiency in use of computer applications and technical equipment as related to departmental functions and instructional support.

Preferred:

• Experience with Shoretel/Mitel on premise phone systems
• Experience with JunOS routing and switching
• Ruckus SmartZone administration and management
• Enterprise wifi troubleshooting and planning
• Experience with Fortinet firewall and FortiNAC configurations
• Experience with Internet filtering for schools

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Language: Read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals; Write simple reports and correspondence; Speak with colleagues, athletic staff, administration, and students.
Computation: Perform basic mathematical functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
Reasoning: Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Solve problems when such problems have a variety of concrete variables.
Technology: Demonstrate strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases; Learn new systems and software.
Other Skills and Abilities: Work closely with a variety of staff members and demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills; Safeguard confidential information.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position an employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear; The employee is frequently required to move about and use fingers and controls; The employee is occasionally required to reach, bend, and lift and carry up to fifty pounds; Close vision ability to look at a computer screen for long periods of time is required.
Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Conditions and Environment: The work environment is frequently chaotic with many students and staff members present and speaking simultaneously.
Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer