Network Administrator Associate
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Job summary
The University of Georgia Enterprise Information Technology Services (EITS) is seeking qualified junior-level candidates for a Network Administrator Associate in Network Engineering. This position will work as part of a team delivering mission-critical network technologies across a large Athens-area campus and extended campuses.
The role involves configuring switches/routers, IPAM/DNS/DHCP management, monitoring, documentation, and vendor coordination.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience.
- Knowledge of configuring networking equipment (switches, routers).
- Familiarity with DHCP, IPAM, and DNS management.
Responsibilities
- Plan, implement, and manage enterprise core, wireless, and data center networks.
- Provide support for LAN, WAN, and wireless services.
- Plan, implement, and manage switch/router management apps, monitoring, and config backups.
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Education
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Job description
S15878P
Network Administrator Associate
EITS-Network Engineering
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
eits.uga.edu
External
TRS
Employee
Benefits Eligible
Full Time
8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Occasional after-hours as needed.
Up to 60,613
10/08/2026
Yes
11/09/2026
Athens Area
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Network Support Technician III
Non-Exempt
1.00
High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
The University of Georgia Enterprise Information Technology Services ( EITS ) is seeking qualified junior-level candidates for a Network Administrator position in Network Engineering. This position will work as part of a team responsible for the delivery and support of mission critical advanced network technologies in a large local (Athens) and extended campuses network across the state.
- Knowledge of configuring networking equipment (switches, routers)
- Knowledge of SNMP network monitoring tools
- Knowledge of Ethernet and IP networking ( TCP and UDP )
- Familiarity with LAN / WAN L2/L3 protocols
- Knowledge of wireless networking including controller-based lightweight architectures
- Familiarity with firewalls and VPNs
- Knowledge of DHCP , IPAM , and DNS
- Knowledge of writing technical documentation
Lift and install chassis based network equipment. Move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to connect network cabling (including fiber optics). Job takes place in cooled office environment and in a typical cooled data center environment. Driving to perform job related tasks.
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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
- Plan, implement, and manage the enterprise core, wireless, and data center networks.
- Provides support for LAN , WAN , and wireless network services
- Plan, implement, and manage switch/router management applications, monitoring, and configuration backup.
- Maintain a broad knowledge of operations & objectives across EITS and the University in general as required to effectively provide services
- Work with other units to maintain and enhance existing services and works to assist in the development and deployment of new services consistent with the EITS Strategic Plan including DNS , DHCP , AAA Remote Access ( VPN ), and Monitoring applications
- Work with vendors as needed to maintain and deploy services
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- Assist with management of enterprise DHCP / DNS / IPAM system (BlueCat Proteus/Adonis,)
- Assigns IP address and scopes to clients
- Follows internal process to document and manage IP assignment
- Configures routers to facilitate IP assignment
- Works with clients to determine need and optimization of IP space
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- Assist with determining appropriate actions needed to restore normal services with minimal down time.
- Assist with investigating recurring and related operating system failures /inefficiencies by reviewing system logs, dumps and other information from clients or technical personnel
- Works with staff in Information Security to supplement incident response and crisis management needs
- Shares responsibility for routine and emergency system maintenance on a 24×7 basis
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- Assist with the creation of detailed network documentation and diagrams for proposed, altered, and existing network paths.
- Assist in the preparation of documentation for inventory and maintenance of NOC equipment
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