Systems & Network Specialist

Compensation:

$43,702 - $45,469

Compensation Type:

Salary

Employment Type:

Regular

Grade:

E01

Department:

IT Support

Position Summary

Full-time positions at Clovis Community College are not remote positions and require a physical presence on campus to fulfill duties and college-related responsibilities.

The Systems & Network Specialist in consultation with the Director of Systems & Networking is responsible for the installation and management of campus servers, hardware and systems software, wireless access points, and VoIP.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Installs, tests, upgrades, and maintains server hardware and software. 

• Manages components such as DNS, Microsoft Exchange, and Norton Antivirus.

• Monitor and maintain system security and functionality ensuring system integrity.  Monitor all servers for errors. 

• Responsible for the installation and management of file, print, directory/account, and security services and integration of these services with other campus wide services using technologies such as Active Directory.

• Optimize computer usage by researching and recommending enhancements to system capabilities and performance.

• Provide assistance with the installation and certification of campus network cabling infrastructure hardware necessary for Distance Education and hardware necessary for VoIP.

• Identify, discuss, troubleshoot and resolve technically complex network problems for clients of the campus network.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Serious attention to detail and a sense of urgency are essential. 

• Excellent interpersonal, technical, written and oral communication skills, a service orientation and the ability to work with diverse individuals in a tactful, productive manner are required. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs. and small motor functions and eye hand coordination in the use of computer equipment.

SCHEDULE DETAILS:  

Must be available to work 40 hrs. per week with normal work hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience in an IT‑related field.

• Two (2) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Data networking and network equipment

  • Systems administration (Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, etc.)

  • Server or desktop virtualization technologies

  • Call center operations or enterprise technical support

  • Equivalent technical experience demonstrating progressively responsible IT duties

• Experience with Ethernet and TCP/IP technologies, network problem analysis and resolution, server virtualization, Microsoft Server environments, and Microsoft Exchange administration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional certification in Microsoft Server, Microsoft Exchange, CISCO, and experience in higher education computing are desirable.  

REQUIRED APPLICATAION MATERIALS:

All applicants must submit the following application materials in support of their application of employment:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume.

• A cover letter

• Copy of Unofficial transcripts

EEO STATEMENT:

As an EEO employer, Clovis Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Clovis Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.