School Network Administrator (11-Month)

Polk County Public Schools; Polk City (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools in Polk City, FL seeks a Network Manager (11-month) to coordinate installation and management of school computer networks and to train staff in network use. The role covers hardware/software maintenance, backups, security, and collaboration with vendors.

Responsibilities include planning network expansions, budgeting with school leaders, and supporting teachers in leveraging instructional technology resources. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in training adults and supporting classroom teachers.
• Experience administering local area networks required.
• Diploma from accredited HS or higher; Florida teaching cert recommended.
• Knowledge of school technology plans and budget development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance and management of school networks.
• Plan, design, and install future network expansions as growth demands.
• Configure workstations and ensure backups and security policies.
• Coordinate with vendors, trainers, and the Technological Services Division.

Skills

Network management

Staff training

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Education

Associate's degree or higher

60+ college credit hours

Tools

Novell

NT Server

AppleShare

Job description

Polk County Public Schools in Polk City, FL seeks a Network Manager (11-month) to coordinate installation and management of school computer networks and to train staff in network use. The role covers hardware/software maintenance, backups, security, and collaboration with vendors.

Responsibilities include planning network expansions, budgeting with school leaders, and supporting teachers in leveraging instructional technology resources. Strong communication and leadership are essential.