Columbus Technical College is seeking a fulltime Network Administrator Jr. for our Information Technology Department. Under supervision and training from senior level staff administers network systems for the college. Trains and coordinates the training of employees (both intradepartmental and interdepartmental). Documents and maintains up to date procedures for network systems on campus. Consults with users in the design of systems and networks. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field and applies pertinent new knowledge to performance of other responsibilities. Maintains a consistent high quality customerfocused orientation when conducting business and providing services or products to clients coworkers the general public and other customers. Interacts with all levels of state personnel in a way that promotes respect encourages cooperation and contributes to excellent performance. Candidates should be able to demonstrate entry level knowledge of IP schemes VLANs and common best practices for enterprise network configurations. High degree of attention to detail and learning from senior level staff following best practices to ensure continuous operations of mission critical technology. This position is fulltime/exempt.
Responsibilities:- Provide detailed technical documentation of developed processes and systems to ensure ease of maintenance or enhancement of the systems by coworkers
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- Work effectively in a diverse community and meet the needs of diverse student populations
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- Conduct research into administrative system issues and products as required
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- Present ideas in userfriendly language
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- Demonstrate highly selfmotivated and directed actions with keen attention to detail
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- Demonstrate a sense of creativity helpful for developing new processes
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- Demonstrate analytical and problemsolving abilities
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- Demonstrate strong customer service orientation skills
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- Work in a teamoriented collaborative environment
- Installs configures and maintains network cabling and other networking equipment such as hubs switches and UPS.
- Oversee installation configuration maintenance and troubleshooting of network connected enduser hardware software and peripheral devices.
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- Collaborate with Banner Services when necessary to deliver projects and data
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- Prepare reports in requested format within requested time frame
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- Develop and/or assist with the advancement of policies and procedures and recommend changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the department
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- Maintain knowledge of assigned department and give updates to management on services operations and projects
- Monitor network for malicious devices and work with Information Technology team to remediate said devices.
- Work with security personnel to maintain camera and access control systems.
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- Participate in meetings to ensure department goals are in line with agency or technical college goals
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- Travel for state meetings trainings professional development and system upgrades as necessary
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- Conduct regular evaluation of services provided and adjust as needed
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- Maintain up to date with policies procedures and state or federal laws that may impact department initiatives
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- Maintain excellent working relationships with and serve as a liaison to internal and external customers
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- Other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications:- High School Diploma and certifications in a related field such as CompTIA Net or Cisco CCT/CCNA/CCNP
**Note: Experience may substitute for certifications**
Preferred Qualifications:- Bachelors degree in information technology or a related field
OR- Two 2 years of fulltime work experience deploying and maintaining network equipment including but not limited to core switching edge switching and wireless deployments.
Salary/Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with education/experience. Benefits include state holidays annual leave and sick leave State of Georgia Retirement Health and Flexible Benefits Program.
Application Deadline:
Position is available until April 11 2025.. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application and upload a cover letter resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered). **Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **
Employment Policy:Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age color disability genetic information national origin race religion sex or veteran status (protected status). No individual shall be excluded from participation in denied the benefits of or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination harassment or retaliation under any TCSG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions including but not limited to hiring promotion and tenure shall be free of ideological tests affirmations and oaths including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge skills and abilities associated with the role and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions responsibilities and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institutions ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.
For nondiscrimination information please contact:
- Dr. Felicia Harris Title IX Coordinator for Students 706.641.5032emailprotected
- Jennifer Thompson Title IX Coordinator for Employees 706.649.1883emailprotected
- Olive VidalKendall Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504 706.649.1442emailprotected
All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College 928 Manchester Expressway Columbus Georgia.
Required Experience:
Junior IC