Computer Network Specialist

City Water, Light & Power; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Ins.

Free Health Clinic

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation

4 weeks paid parental leave

Up to 14 paid holidays

10-25 paid vacation days

12 paid sick days

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

City of Springfield's Office of Public Utilities is seeking a Computer Network Specialist for CWLP ISD Springfield, IL. The role focuses on maintaining servers, networks and user systems, with responsibilities spanning AD management, documentation, and issue resolution.

The position requires two years of college in computer science plus two years of related experience, plus MCSA/CCENT credentials or ability to obtain during probation. Starting annual pay ranges from $50,804.95 to $69,309.05.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework in computer science with two years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory policies, maintenance, and administration.
• MCSA and/or CCENT certification, or ability to obtain within probation period.
• Experience with network security, Cisco Catalyst switches, and Ruckus Wireless.
• Desktop, application, and server virtualization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain servers, wired and wireless infrastructures, PC’s and connected devices.
• Install, configure and maintain software applications to support users and network.
• Configure and maintain active directory and user management applications.
• Troubleshoot network, server and system connectivity issues.
• Work as a member of a team and document support and reference materials.
• Use good judgement in dispatching outside maintenance personnel for computer and network hardware.

Skills

Active Directory

Documentation

Network troubleshooting

Server administration

Windows administration

Education

Two years of college coursework in computer science

MCSA certification

CCENT certification

Tools

Cisco Catalyst switches

Ruckus Wireless systems

Virtualization technologies

Microsoft Windows

Job description

City of Springfield is seeking applicants for Computer Network Specialist

Department: Office of Public Utilities

Division: Information Systems Executive

Work Location: CWLP ISD SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, 62701 United States

Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Starting Rate: $50,804.95- $69,309.05 annually

Eligibility Requirements: Open to All Applicants

Union: Non-Union Position

Final Date to Apply: 9/15/2026 at 5:59 PM

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain servers, wired and wireless infrastructures, PC’s and connected devices.
• Install, configure and maintain software applications to support users and network.
• Configure and maintain active directory and user management applications.
• Troubleshoot network, server and system connectivity issues.
• Work as a member of a team and document support and reference materials.
• Use good judgement in dispatching outside maintenance personnel for computer and network hardware.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to the completion of two years of college with coursework in computer science, along with two years of experience in advanced server or networking technologies, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. A strong understanding of Active Directory policies, maintenance, and administration is required, as well as experience with documentation. The candidate must hold a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification in Microsoft Windows and/or a Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician (CCENT) certification, or be able to obtain the necessary certification(s) within the probationary period from the date of hire. Experience with network security, Cisco Catalyst switches, and Ruckus Wireless systems is preferred. Knowledge in desktop, application, and server virtualization is considered a plus.

Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

To be eligible to apply, current City employees must have completed their probationary period and attained certified status in their current position.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Free Health Clinic
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 14 paid holidays, based off calendar year
• 10-25 paid vacation days, based on years of service
• 12 paid sick days annually
• Tuition Reimbursement

If assistance in applying is required, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 217-789-2446 or [e-mail]