Network Systems Specialist II

Job Description

Job Title

Network Systems Specialist II

Position Type

Classified

Position Code

1CMI65

FTE

1.0

Pay Rate (or Annual Salary)

$10,065.67 - $10,567/Month

Job Location

Las Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Dr., Livermore, CA 94551

Department

IT Services

Job Summary

The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is seeking a Network Systems Specialist II for Chabot-Las Positas Community College District in Livermore, California.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under direction, create and maintain District-wide network connectivity; plan, develop, and administer District data communication systems and networked services; and provide effective network system design and implementation.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
[Description of series, focusing on Network Systems Specialist II: highest levels of responsibility for network system and service planning, development, and technical administration, performs autonomously, extensive knowledge required, primary lead responsibility.]

Representative Duties

1. Oversee the Districts data communications systems, administrative network servers, and administrative network client systems including system planning, development, software distribution, operational control, monitoring, and security.
2. Coordinate data communications network planning and implementation with District staff.
3. Maintain network security; monitor security bulletins and announcements; research security issues; configure or update system software to enhance security; develop recommendations for operational procedures and security policies.
4. Perform or direct technical administration of the Districts internet hosts and services, District network systems and services, and administrative servers.
5. Manage or direct the management of network devices such as switches, routers, hubs, repeaters, modems, terminal servers, and print servers.
6. Develop and maintain documentation of the network cable plant and infrastructure for buildings, sites, and the entire District; develop and maintain documentation of network device configuration and operating rules.
7. Recommend District-wide technical standards for data communications network infrastructure and devices.
8. Implement and monitor network management software, communications software, analysis software, and instruments.
9. Manage maintenance contracts for network infrastructure devices.
10. Perform or direct systems administration of the Districts network servers.
11. Implement and administer District-wide email systems.
12. Establish and document server operational procedures, including maintenance, backup, and recovery.
13. Recommend District-wide standards for network server software, including operating systems, utilities, management software, and office automation applications.
14. Manage maintenance contracts for network servers and related software.
15. Install or coordinate systems for distribution of computer-based hardware and software to the networks administrative clients.
16. Plan and implement procedures to help maintain software security and copyright compliance; monitor and report compliance violations.
17. Recommend District-wide standards for networked client computers, printers, and other end-user devices.
18. Provide direct support for District-owned client computers, including hardware and software installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and repair.
19. Analyze District requirements for network systems technologies, capacity, and utilization and recommend specific strategies, plans, and designs to meet those requirements.
20. Plan and estimate required resources and timetables for systems project implementation.
21. Perform complex systems analysis tasks required to administer and maintain the Districts data communications systems, servers, and clients, including problem definition, analysis, and solution planning.
22. Monitor computer network and server operational status parameters and performance.
23. Analyze and troubleshoot network system, server, and client problems and malfunctions; resolve technical problems or assist vendors representatives in the resolution of these problems.
24. Coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair of network equipment by outside vendors.
25. Recommend strategies to maintain the technical currency of network systems, services, and equipment.
26. Make budget recommendations to management concerning communications systems, software, and equipment.
27. Prepare and distribute technical tips and advice to network users through memos, bulletins, and newsletters.
28. Conduct orientations, training sessions, and workshops on operation of the Districts networks and network services.
29. Provide regular liaison with College computing staff; coordinate systems and services as required.
30. Coordinate network services and technical systems with other staff and consultants; perform backup duties as required.
31. Learn and use new technologies required to remain current in the field.
32. Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Education and Experience

Education/Training: A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science or a related field.

Experience: Two years of experience comparable to that of a Network Systems Specialist I with Chabot-Las Positas Community College District.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

1. Principles of computer systems, network administration, and programming.
2. [Full list up to 15]

Ability to:

1. Administer and support a complex network.
2. [Full list up to 15]

Desirable Qualifications

1. Familiarity with maintaining and using Linux operating systems.
2. Familiarity with single sign-on, ID, and access management.
3. Familiarity with data security concepts.

Job Work Schedule

40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., hours may vary depending on department needs, occasional evening and weekends required as needed, 12 months/year.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

[Details on environment and physical requirements]

EEO Statement

[EEO policy statement]

Posting Number

AS821P

Open Date

03/05/2026

Close Date

04/30/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Board of Trustees has updated Board Policy 7330 to incorporate information on COVID vaccination requirements, which are currently suspended. Accordingly, employee(s) must comply with the Board Policy found at: http://districtazure.clpccd.org/policies/files/docs/BP7330.pdf.

Notification to Applicants

The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.

Instructions for Personal Qualifications Statement

[Details on PQS]

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