Network Administrator 1 (NBOE)

Newark Public Schools; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 78,099 - 95,406; Full time

Job summary

Newark Board of Education in Newark, NJ, invites qualified applicants for Network Administrator I in the Division of Information Technology. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining multi-network LAN/MAN/WAN environments with strong emphasis on security and data integrity.

The candidate will supervise network operations, coordinate with staff, ensure backups and disaster recovery planning, and uphold standards across systems and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology or equivalent.
• Seven years of professional LAN/MAN/WAN experience, with related math/CS credits.
• SAN experience requires three years in planning and support.

Responsibilities

• Supervises development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network environments.
• Maintains centralized, decentralized, and remote network services and security.
• Plans, installs software updates and hardware upgrades for network servers.
• Monitors performance and capacity; troubleshoots network problems.
• Provides guidance to staff and ensures disaster recovery planning and backups.
• Maintains documentation and compliance with system standards.

Skills

LAN/WAN networking knowledge

Network security concepts

English communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

NOS knowledge

Server hardware management

SAN administration

Job description

ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR I

Division of Information Technology

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval) The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Network Administrator I in the Division of Information Technology.

NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION

HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102

ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR I

Division of Information Technology

(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval) The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Network Administrator I in the Division of Information Technology.

This title is governed by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission; meaning that a candidate for the position will be placed as a provisional employee. At a later date the candidate will be required to take an examination administered by the Civil Service Commission. Candidates must score and rank high enough on this examination in order to remain in the position as a permanent employee.

DEFINITION: Under the limited supervision of a supervisory official, in a state department, institution, or agency, or in a local government agency, performs complex professional work which includes development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Networks (LAN), Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN), and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN); maintains centralized, decentralized, and remote network services; maintains network security and data integrity; provides consultations and recommendations to infrastructure managers, as required, to troubleshoot and resolve network problems, monitor overall performance, and conduct upgrades as required; may be assigned to the administration of Storage Area Networks (SANs); does other related duties as required.

NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Qualifications And Requirements

NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Seven (7) years of professional experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network, multi-user Local Area Network (LAN), Metropolitan Area Network (MAN), and/or Wide Area Network (WAN) environments, including or supplemented by a minimum of eighteen (18) semester hour credits in mathematics, computer science, information technology, and/or computer information systems.

NOTE: For positions involved in the administration of a Storage Area Network (SN) applicants must have at least three (3) years of professional experience installing, configuring, and supporting network hardware and software, one (1) year of which shall have been in planning, implementation, and support of SAN and related technologies.

OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by a minimum of eighteen (18) semester hour credits in mathematics, computer science, information technology, and/or computer information systems; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: Evidence of formal training in Computer Science or Information Technology received from or evaluated by an accredited institution of higher learning may be submitted with your application. Applicants must provide documentation from the accredited institution that clearly outlines the training course(s) that are acceptable and the corresponding number of credit hours for the training to be accepted. In-house courses (such as training provided on the job or through the appointing authority) will not be accepted.

NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

LICENSE: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

• Supervises the development, implementation, and maintenance of multi-network multi-user environment.
• Maintains availability of centralized, decentralized, and remote network services, including but not limited to file service, printing, local electronic mail, Internet electronic mail, office applications, remote access, Internet web connectivity, and mainframe gateway.
• Schedules and dispatches resources to track/troubleshoot/correct network related issues either logged through the help desk and/or recorded through the monitoring of the network.
• Plans and installs software updates and patches to network operating systems, server-based applications, and centralized services.
• Plans and installs hardware upgrades for network servers, gateways, and associated telecommunication devices.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation for network hardware/software.
• Plans, configures, and troubleshoots networked devices including but not limited to printers, personal computers, facsimile, modems, plotters, and scanners.
• Plans, configures, and troubleshoots network client software installations and updates.
• Provides guidance to infrastructure managers/technicians to troubleshoot and resolve network problems monitor overall performance, and conduct upgrades as needed.
• Administers user access to network resources and adds/modifies/deletes user accounts for file/print and dial-in servers.
• Administers electronic mail gateways, both internal and Internet.
• Diagnoses and repairs or coordinates repair of network hardware.
• Monitors performance of servers and telecommunications devices (such as hubs, switches, and routers) and takes appropriate action to tune and optimize such devices to maximize performance and throughput, and minimize downtime.
• Monitors disk capacity and takes appropriate action to ensure adequate disk space is available to network users, software applications, and attached devices.
• Checks and responds appropriately to errors logged by the server and/or network devices.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation (manual or through an online log file) of all errors of high severity and action taken to correct the error.
• Develops, implements, and ensures adherence to system standards/ procedures.
• Maintains the highest levels of network security and data integrity including anti-virus countermeasures.
• Develops, tests, implements, and periodically updates a disaster recovery plan for the enterprise.
• Ensures that daily or weekly and incremental or full backups are performed and verified, and rotates media offsite.
• Ensures that clients are able to restore files from backup and/or archive
• Provides technical support to end users.
• Maintains knowledge of network-related emerging technologies and evaluates vendor products for potential use within the agency.
• Coordinates with OTIS and other government agencies to ensure optimal use of the network topology, WAN, and wiring infrastructure.
• Leads the capacity planning process to ensure timely and cost effective advancement of the network.
• Prepares an annual budget for the development, implementation installation, and termination of network servers and related hardware/software/telecommunications components.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic recording and information systems used by the district.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of industry standard Network Operating Systems (NOS).
• Knowledge of server hardware and associated software.
• Knowledge of telecommunication components used to interconnect servers to communication devices and ultimately clients (PCs).
• Knowledge of countermeasures for dealing with network security and virus protection.
• Knowledge of techniques to determine system capacity and cost effectiveness of system utilization.
• Ability to establish goals and set priorities.
• Ability to schedule and organize work activities.
• Ability identify, troubleshoot, and resolve network-related issues.
• Ability to effectively interact with others and come to consensus on various issues.
• Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Ability to prepare detailed correspondence.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain essential records, reports, and files.
• Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

REPORTS TO: Department Head

Salary, Employment Period and Union Affiliation

• Salary Range: $78,099 - $95,406
• Employment Period: Twelve (12) Months
• Union Affiliation: Local 32

In an effort to attract and retain staff, NBOE offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits for all full-time staff. Offerings include Medical and Prescription Drug plans, employer-paid Dental and Vision coverage, an array of Wellness and Voluntary benefits programs, and paid time off; all employees receive paid Personal and Sick days, as well as Vacation days for 12-month employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/

Opening and Closing Date

Opening Date: February 19, 2025

Closing Date: February 28, 2025 or until filled

THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER