Network/Communications Specialist II

Steilacoom; Steilacoom, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 119,716,000 - 123,958,000; Full time

Job summary

Steilacoom Historical School District seeks a Network/Communications Specialist II to join the IT team at the District Office. You will support end users, manage servers, storage and network devices, and help program district utilities and web-based applications.

This role requires an associate degree or related experience, Washington state drivers license, and the ability to work with staff and students, with strong customer service and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or vocational training in Information Systems or Network Engineering, or 3 years related experience.
• Current Microsoft server/networking certifications preferred.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct customer support to district end users.
• Manage district servers, storage devices, and network devices.
• Program district utilities and web-based applications; support phone systems and other tech services.
• Collaborate with the Network Manager and district stakeholders to implement district-level technology initiatives.

Skills

Network administration

Customer support

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or vocational training in Information Systems or Network Engineering

3 years related experience

Tools

Windows Server certifications

Networking hardware

Help desk software

Job description

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• Position Type: Technology/ Network Specialist
• Date Posted: 9/2/2026

Network/Communications Specialist II
Start Date: September 14, 2026
Days Per Year: 260
Hours Per Day: 8.0 Hours
Location: District Office/IT
Starting Hourly Pay: $41.78 - $43.26

The Network/Communications Specialist serves on a team of technology staff to provide direct customer support, management of district servers, storage devices, network devices, programming of district utilities and programs, phone system and other technology related systems and services in such a way as to provide optimal computer and communication services for all district computers and other technology devices. Will collaborate with the Network Manager as well as other district stakeholders to establish and successfully implement district-level technology initiatives. Act as a resource for users and fellow staff by successfully developing, implementing, and supporting servers, network, databases, and web-based applications.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Associate degree or Vocational training in Information Systems or Network Engineering field or 3 years directly related experience specializing in network and/or system administration.
• Current technical certifications for Microsoft servers and networking preferred.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Ability to organize, set priorities, meet deadlines, attend to detail, and follow through on a variety of assigned tasks.
• Ability and willingness to upgrade skills to maintain the highest level of efficiency and high-quality work.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with End Users and IT Staff.
• Ability to demonstrate effective customer service techniques (via telephone, email, electronic help desk and in person).
• Ability to work effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions requiring the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work while responding to interruptions and changing priorities.
• Ability to interact with students, parents, staff, and community members, personally and through electronic communications, in a warm and confident manner.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction; sound judgment and decision-making capabilities are essential.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all school and personnel matters.
• Ability to maintain regular, in-person physical presence at the assigned work location during scheduled work hours.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

Internal candidates will receive first consideration. Attached is complete job description. Steilacoom Historical School District provides equal access to all programs or activities without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.Allegations or concerns can be reported toSusanne Beauchaine at 511 Chambers Street, Steilacoom 98388, 253.983.2238 or [e-mail].

Postings current as of 9/5/2026 7:17:56 AM CST.

Only continuing district employees may apply for these positions (substitutes must apply as external applicants).

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