Reports To:         IT Manager - Network Services

Summary:

The Network Specialist - Systems will be a highly skilled and very hands-on individual, working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.  This team is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance and support of the Topeka Public School's network. This position will be directly responsible for storage, server hardware and software, directory services, and identity management.  This position will also manage Windows servers, Linux servers, and virtual servers using VMWare.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a high degree of responsibility for multiple priorities and the ability to adapt to a changing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Network administration of Linux Server, Windows servers, printers and user accounts
• Active Directory administration, maintenance, and support, including LDAP and Google Enterprise integrations
• Maintain DNS services
• Installs and customizes applications software and associated programs and data
• Performs routine backups of networked operating systems
• Create and verify backups of data storage arrays
• Monitor the system activity daily
• Respond immediately to security or usability concerns
• Respond to inquiries regarding questions and problems with networked programs
• Documents calls, questions, and resolutions to ticketing system accessible to others
• Collaborate with other stakeholders to assess district needs
• Planning, Installing, and Managing projects related to the system
• Applying patches and updates
• Planning and implementing security measures
• Performing light programming and Documentation Network Solutions
• Liaison with the website hosting provider, if necessary
• Training other IT Staff and end-users
• Provides services outside regularly scheduled working hours, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Two (2) years or more of experience in systems or network administration
• Windows network user management required
• Google Enterprise user management services is a plus
• Associate or higher degree in a related field is desired
• Familiarity with Windows 10 OS, Mac OS, Apple IOS, Chrome OS
• Knowledge of SQL is desired
• Knowledge of web applications and programming is desired
• Knowledge of Apache Tomcat and iis Web servers is desired

Licenses and Certificates

• Requires a valid Kansas driver’s license
• Linux+ Certification or equivalent is a plus
• MCSA Certification or equivalent is a plus

Physical Abilities

• Requires: ambulatory ability to move to various office and classroom-type locations and to bend, stoop, crawl and reach to install cables and equipment; sufficient hand eye coordination and dexterity to make small component connections; sufficient visual acuity to read technical documents and instructions and align small components; sufficient auditory ability to carry on routine conversations; ability to lift, push, and pull objects of medium weight (less than 75 lbs.) on an occasional basis; and the ability to work in confined areas with noise variations, dust, and limited ventilation.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors where some safety considerations exist from physical labor, positioning in cramped areas, and handling of medium weight, yet, awkward materials.
• Work is performed generally during regular office hours with occasional project work or requests for assistance on evenings and weekends.