District Network Administrator and IT Support Technician

Position Type:
Technology

Date Posted:
3/7/2025

Location:
District Office

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Glenbard Township High School District 87 JOB POSTING ID
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
Position

District Network Administrator & IT Support Technician

Building

District Office

Position Type

Confidential

Term

12 month, 261 days

Hours

8 hours per day,

Licensed Required

None

Reports to

Director of Technology Services

Rate of Pay

$90,000.00

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Group term life/ADD insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Support Personnel required contributions to IMRF
Paid leave

Start Date

ASAP

Position Summary

Glenbard Township High School District 87 is seeking a qualified candidate with advanced technical support knowledge of a variety of network protocols and standards. Candidates must be able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while adapting to a dynamic working environment. Professional in demeanor, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and relates well to other employees.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, a high level of attention to detail, and effective communication skills. The Accountant will contribute directly to the district's financial health, supporting the academic success and overall well-being of the students in Glenbard District 87.

Qualifications

• High School graduate, or equivalent.
• BA/BS or three (3) years or more in a related position preferred
• Preferred; Certifications Network+, CCNA, VCTA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not all inclusive)

• Supports, manages, and ensures the operating capability of both the LAN and WAN networks, both wireless and wired, with 24/7 support
• Troubleshoots sub-systems, network devices, and applications to identify malfunctions and works to eliminate any identified operational difficulties.
• Schedules preventative maintenance and applies security updates as released to ensure optimal performance of network infrastructure and networked devices
• Develops the network topography design and maintains a visual workflow of network devices to assist with debugging network-related issues
• Performs hardware evaluation, maintenance, installation, and training tasks to ensure the network operates in compliance and meets user satisfaction
• Researches, recommends and implements enhancements to hardware or configuration adjustments that regulate network availability.
• Oversees the operation of VOIP-related systems and confirms E911 compliance
• Develops and maintains documentation of standardized procedures and practices that will be adhered to by building technicians
• Maintains disaster prevention efforts, confirming critical data sources are backed up
• Assists with supporting all school facilities, equipment/resources as needed
• Completes assigned support request tickets in a timely and efficient manner
• Completes systematic analysis of network traffic and bandwidth utilization with ISP
• Uses initiative and judgment in effecting emergency repairs
• Communicates effectively with support team members and school administrators
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as correspondence, surveys and electronic media.
• Ability to write professional communications.
• Ability to present information effectively and to respond to questions from individuals and groups
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community members
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form
• Ability to complete mathematical operations and apply concepts of basic mathematics
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to maintain current job skills as directed, especially in technology-related activities
• Ability to perform essential duties with an awareness of school district requirements and School Board policies

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, operate duplicating machines and computer equipment; reach with hands and arms; and will frequently repeat actions with the same hand, arm, or finger motion such as when typing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, the ability to withstand long-term use of video display terminals (VDT) is required.
• The employee may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds such as reference books.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The pace of work tasks would be considered as fast.
• Work is usually conducted at one job site, however, on occasion, this employee will be required to attend meetings, conferences, or workshops and events at other sites as assigned.

Direct Questions To:

Nate Dhamers
Director of Technology Services
Glenbard Township HSD
596 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Email:

Interested parties should fill out the online application at District 87 - Employment

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.