IT Assistant Manager: Network & Infrastructure Lead

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Skokie Public Library is seeking an Information Technology Assistant Manager to lead our network, servers, and virtual environments. You will guide a small IT team, design and maintain systems, and collaborate across departments to ensure reliable technology services.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in enterprise networks, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity. Salary range reflects Grade 10 and internal equity within the library system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Network Eng or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise network and infrastructure.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or formal technical lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, administer, and optimize wired and wireless network infrastructure.
• Manage and support firewalls, network security controls, VPNs, authentication systems, and remote access technologies.
• Administer Unix/Linux and Windows server environments, virtualization platforms, and enterprise storage systems.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, security, and availability while leading maintenance, upgrades, and lifecycle planning.
• Support Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and related cloud services.
• Lead technology projects from planning through implementation with staff, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Respond to complex infrastructure incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions.
• Administer backup and recovery systems and support disaster recovery preparedness.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to IT Specialist staff.
• Assist with departmental planning, budgeting, technology standards, and daily IT operations.
• Serve as a senior technical resource and assume designated responsibilities of the Information Technology Manager when needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Enterprise network experience

Firewall administration

Wireless network design

Microsoft 365 administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

CCNA/CCNP or comparable certification

Job description

Skokie Public Library is seeking an Information Technology Assistant Manager to lead our network, servers, and virtual environments. You will guide a small IT team, design and maintain systems, and collaborate across departments to ensure reliable technology services.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in enterprise networks, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity. Salary range reflects Grade 10 and internal equity within the library system.