25NON039 - Network Specialist-FT IT

THUNDER BAY REGIONALHEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a skilled Network Specialist to oversee the deployment and maintenance of critical network infrastructure. This role involves ensuring efficient operation of switches, routers, and servers, while providing tier-3 support to IT staff. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in network hardware and protocols, alongside experience with Linux and Windows Server operating systems. Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care through innovation and education, where your contributions will directly impact the quality of healthcare in Northwestern Ontario.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related work experience in IT infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of network protocols and standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective deployment and maintenance of network infrastructure.
• Provide tier-3 support to IT staff and customers.

Skills

Network Hardware Knowledge

IP Networks

Switches and Routers

Linux Server OS

Windows Server OS

Active Directory

VMware

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in Computer Science

Tools

VMware

Job description

Reporting to the Manager of Network Operations, the Network Specialist role is to ensure the infrastructure and corporate computer systems are deployed and maintained effectively and efficiently. This includes all devices within the network infrastructure. The Network Specialist participates and leads in maintaining all switches, routers, wiring plants, and servers, including all connectivity to remote, regional, government, and Internet connections.

The Network Specialist will plan and implement all installs, upgrades, patches to servers, switches, and operating systems to minimize downtime for the systems that serve the organization. Additionally, the Network Specialist provides tier-3 support to other IT staff and customers.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. College Diploma or University degree in the field of computer science and 4 years of related work experience.
2. Additional industry certifications (such as PMP, Cisco, and/or VMware) are considered an asset.
3. Strong technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and standards, including IP networks, switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless network connectivity.
4. Strong technical knowledge and experience in installation, configuration, and troubleshooting Linux and Windows Server operating systems, Active Directory, and eDirectory.
5. Experience with VMware virtualization technologies.
6. Extensive application support and installation experience.
7. Proven experience in IT infrastructure planning and development.
8. Excellent understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.
9. In-depth knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
10. Strong understanding of project management principles.
11. Strong leadership skills.
12. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including report writing, documentation, and proposals.
13. Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
14. Ability to perform general mathematical calculations for creating business cases and budgets.
15. Highly self-motivated and directed.
16. Keen attention to detail with proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.
17. Exceptional customer service orientation.

Salary Range: $45,351 to $53,354.

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors, employees, and assets, both financial and otherwise. All employment offers to external candidates are conditional upon: a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred Care. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates must have demonstrated adherence to the hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative; therefore, all applicants must demonstrate a good attendance record.

Joining our team means contributing to our mission, vision, and values.

Our Mission:

We provide quality care to patients and families, supported and advanced by research, innovation, and education that is responsive to the needs of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision:

Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values:

Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our workplace to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify. Accommodations due to a disability are available upon request throughout the selection process. We are also an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If no qualified applicants are found, the hospital may, at its discretion, train unqualified individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant experience and training by Tuesday, 20 May, 2025, at 11:59 p.m..

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the intranet. External applicants must apply through our designated application process.