Network/Systems Administrator I

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Maize (KS); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is seeking a Network/Systems Administrator I to safeguard and support the district's IT networking systems. Responsibilities include monitoring performance, deploying solutions, maintaining documentation, and ensuring security and reliability across hardware and software components.

The role emphasizes customer service, collaboration with IT staff, and adherence to district standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in information systems, computer science, systems administration, or related area. Other relevant experience in information or systems administration may be substituted for this requirement.
• Basic knowledge of network protocols, hardware, and concepts.
• Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
• One to two years experience preferred with network operations and maintenance of key IT infrastructure in one or more of the following areas: wired/wireless networks, switches, routers, routing protocols, VoIP, wireless access points, and/or firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the continuous operation of District network systems and environment, including monitoring, responding to incidents, and conducting routine maintenance tasks.
• Efficiently manage and respond to customer-generated incidents and service requests, addressing inquiries, and issues in a timely manner. Provide courteous and professional support to end-users, troubleshooting problems, and ensuring resolutions align with best practices.
• Administer, troubleshoot, implement, and maintain appropriate security measures to restrict unauthorized or inappropriate use of District resources and data.
• Collaborate with District and partner stakeholders to develop and support network infrastructure to meet IT Service Level Agreements allowing the District to meet its objectives and improve the customer experience with IT.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the District's network systems and equipment, aligning initiatives with organizational goals, and recommending strategic directions.
• Participate in the assessment of new technologies for potential security risks and benefits, providing valuable input to decision-making processes.
• Provide team leadership in working on advance, complex, and technical projects or business issues requiring technical or industry knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Network monitoring

Customer service

Troubleshooting

Security measures

Team leadership

Education

Associates degree in information systems, computer science, systems administration, or related area

Tools

Windows

Linux

Job description

• Position Type: Information Technology/ Network/Systems Administrator I
• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Educational Support Center
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026

FULL SALARY RANGE: IT Level 4 (minimum: $68,994- mid-point: $86,242- maximum: $103,491)
Themaximum placement for new hires is based upon experience and typically does not exceed the mid-point of the range.
FTE: 1.0
STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK: 40
MONTHS PER YEAR: 12
JOB CODE: 090533
POSITION TYPE: New/Replacement
LOCATION: Thornton, CO
Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom. Candidates who can contribute to our goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

SUMMARY

The Network/Systems Administrator I plays a crucial role in ensuring the functionality and operation of the District's IT networking systems and equipment. This position encompasses monitoring of network performance, assisting with deployment of solutions and equipment, maintaining system documentation, and managing hardware and software components. Working in close collaboration with other members of IT, assists with testing and resolving technical issues while adhering to the District's standards, security protocols, and operational procedures. With a strong emphasis on customer service, the Network/Systems Administrator I maintains effective communication to ensure the reliability, availability, and optimal performance of the network environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. 1. Ensure the continuous operation of District network systems and environment, including monitoring, responding to incidents, and conducting routine maintenance tasks
2. 2. Efficiently manage and respond to customer-generated incidents and service requests, addressing inquiries, and issues in a timely manner. Provide courteous and professional support to end-users, troubleshooting problems, and ensuring resolutions align with best practices.
3. 3. Administer, troubleshoot, implement, and maintain appropriate security measures to restrict unauthorized or inappropriate use of District resources and data.
4. 4. Collaborate with District and partner stakeholders to develop and support network infrastructure to meet IT Service Level Agreements allowing the District to meet its objectives and improve the customer experience with IT.
5. 5. Contribute to the development and execution of the District's network systems and equipment, aligning initiatives with organizational goals, and recommending strategic directions.
6. 6. Participate in the assessment of new technologies for potential security risks and benefits, providing valuable input to decision-making processes.
7. 7. Provide team leadership in working on advance, complex, and technical projects or business issues requiring technical or industry knowledge.
8. 8. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree in information systems, computer science, systems administration, or related area. Other relevant experience in information or systems administration may be substituted for this requirement.
• Basic knowledge of network protocols, hardware, and concepts.
• Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
• One to two years experience preferred with network operations and maintenance of key IT infrastructure in one or more of the following areas: wired/wireless networks, switches, routers, routing protocols, VoIP, wireless access points, and/or firewalls.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Preference for candidates with current certifications relevant to the Network/Systems Administrator role such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, etc.

SALARY INFORMATION

The salary listed is for full time positions (1.0 FTE). This salary will be adjusted, as needed, based upon the FTE. Administrative employees' salary will be commensurate on the employees' education and/or work experience. For additional information, please review our Administrative Compensation Program or review our Administrative Salary Schedule .

BENEFITS INFORMATION

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits, including paid time off, please see our Benefits Overview.

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