State Network Coordinator

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services Agency 65

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$35.063

Job Posting:

JRState Network Coordinator (Open)

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Job Description:

The Office of the Chief Information Officer does not sponsor STEM or nonimmigrant work visas for this position.

Under limited supervision and direction of the Network Support IT Supervisor this position will be responsible for planning design development optimization documentation maintenance and performance of the network hardware/software used by the Office of the Chief Information Officer to support the State of Nebraskas data communication network.

Look at what we have to offer!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156 (thats not a typo! statematched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79 employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employerpaid $20000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment
At the State we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect acting ethically in all situations and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties:

The essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

The individual in this position will possess the skills to be able to configure install and document all aspects of a network such as the enterprise Core and Edge switches and routers

Ability to optimize network performance and diagnose and resolve network and system problems expeditiously. Some after hours and weekend work may be required.

Perform installation operation trouble shooting and repair of network hardware/software provided by the Office of the CIO to include hardware/software network security Ethernet core and edge switches and routers

Maintaining current Knowledge of the principles and practices of project management; concepts components features and processes of current communication networks/systems such as hardware software internet connections and typology configurations; industry standards and analysis and design techniques concerning communication network/system technologies connections and infrastructures.

Other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification. Qualifications / Requirements

The ideal Candidate will have a twoyear technical degree in networking or a related field of study and 5 years documented current work experience directly related to the technical support of a network operations. Directly related technical experience may be substituted for the Associate Degree.

The successful Candidate will have had extensive handson experience with data networking hardware and software such as switches routers and monitoring in a network environment.

Good written and oral communications skills are necessary.

Knowledge in Windows networking and troubleshooting is also required.

All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associates or other similar two year technical degree in computer engineering/science communications/electronic equipment or related discipline of study AND three to five years of work experience strategic work planning and conducting the installation maintenance and upgrade of equipment and components of a large communications network in addition to performing the analysis of network/electronics equipment and preparing related technical recommendations; three additional years of applicable work experience can be substituted for a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Cisco and/or Juniper Network certifications

Advanced working knowledge of network security devices

Other: This position requires travel. As such the incumbent must be able to present a valid drivers license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of information technology theory principles and practices.

Advanced knowledge of computer hardware software local and wide area network systems.

Knowledge of client/server network protocols and Internet/Intranet applications.

Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting data networks and troubleshooting tools.

Skill in delivering responsive quality customer service.

Ability to write clear and concise documentation of systems and procedures.

Ability to successfully apply information engineering techniques; ability to design a data centered information system; ability to effectively design and use relational databases; ability to effectively test and debug systems and programs.

Ability to accurately estimate time and cost requirements in project development and implementation.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.

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