Network Administrator

Judson Center; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Judson Center in Farmington Hills is seeking a Network Administrator to manage and maintain computer networks, ensuring secure connectivity and troubleshooting performance issues. The candidate will support daily IT operations and assist users with network-related problems.

The ideal applicant should have 3-4 years of IT systems management experience and a valid Michigan driver's license. The role requires flexibility and may involve evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in IT systems management.
• Hold a valid Michigan driver's license.
• Ability to travel for work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure network hardware and software.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Manage routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Maintain network security and access controls.
• Support users with connectivity issues.

Skills

LAN and WAN knowledge

Server installation and support

Problem-solving abilities

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Working knowledge of Active Directory

Advanced user support skills

Cultural competence

Job description

Position: Network Administrator

Location: Farmington Hills, MI

Status: Full Time, Exempt

Reports to: Network Manager

Job Summary

The Network Administrator manages and maintains computer networks, ensures secure connectivity, troubleshoots performance issues, and supports daily IT operations across the organization.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Install and configure network hardware and software
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues
• Manage routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and Wi‑Fi systems
• Maintain network security and access controls
• Perform backups and disaster recovery planning
• Support users with connectivity and network‑related problems
• Document network configurations and updates
• Assist with training and mentoring technical support staff
• Maintain Active Directory environment
• Maintain backup infrastructure, monitor and ensure all backups complete successfully
• Restore data from backups as needed
• Test, install and upgrade server and client applications
• Maintain, update firewall and other security devices and applications
• Maintain, update, and configure email servers and applications
• Maintain, update, and configure telephony systems and handsets
• Assist in developing department goals, objectives and systems
• Participate on committees, in special projects, and attend meetings and seminars
• Complete all other assignments or duties designated as appropriate to position
• Have 3-4 years’ experience in IT systems management
• Hold a valid Michigan driver’s license, with appropriate insurance and ability to travel as needed

Skills Required

• Competent understanding of LAN and WAN
• Experienced in server installation and support
• Developed problem‑solving and analytical abilities
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Punctual, responsible, and self‑motivated
• Competent working knowledge of Active Directory
• Advanced user support skills
• Cultural competence

Working Conditions

• Generally working in a professional office environment
• Job requires flexibility and the ability to travel as responsibilities are agency wide; main duties to be performed on Royal Oak campus. Other sites include Wayne, Oakland, Livingston, Macomb and Washtenaw Counties.
• Evening and weekend hours as needed

This description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of a person so classified. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and perform other duties as assigned for the good of the consumers, the program, the department and the agency.

Judson Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability, marital status, height, weight, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, hair texture or style, or other classifications established by law. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.