Network Systems Administrator II - City Of Birmingham

TARGET CLOSE DATE:

06/30/2024

Note: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System.

Grade 32

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JOB SUMMARY:

The City of Birmingham is looking for a well-qualified, motivated Network Systems Administrator (II) to assist in the management of functions within its IMS Department. Network Systems Administrators (II) are responsible for identifying, providing, and overseeing the implementation of network/systems solutions within their organizations.

Employees in this position provide continuous end user training opportunities, develop specialized networks to enhance functionality, investigate/resolve network and systems problems, administer various Information Technology (IT) projects, integrate and maintain Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) networks, and make recommendations regarding network equipment purchases (e.g., computers, software). As supervisors of subordinate personnel, Network Systems Administrators (II) assign and review work, administer performance appraisals, provide work-related feedback, and make recommendations for disciplinary action when needed. Network Systems Administrators (II) work almost exclusively indoors in office settings using standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, copier).

ABOUT THE PERSONNEL BOARD OF JEFFERSON COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) Merit System is responsible for ensuring fairness and merit in hiring and promotion, avoiding favoritism or political influence. Our goal is to attract and retain qualified and professional employees for the public sector.

The Merit System includes a wonderfully diverse set of city governments, ranging from smaller, community-minded towns to vibrant, bustling cities. Our network consists of nearly 8,000 dedicated public servants, who want to make a positive impact on our communities. We offer many rewarding careers, from public safety and city management to IT, healthcare, skilled trades, engineering and more.

A CAREER WITHIN THE MERIT SYSTEM:

The Merit System is unique as an individual typically only submits one application for a position (e.g., administrative clerk) and that single application can result in employment opportunities with potentially 23 different cities and agencies within Jefferson County, Alabama. These agencies range from the City of Birmingham and 16 surrounding suburban cities to the Jefferson County Commission, Department of Health, and three additional governmental agencies.

In the Merit System, you can enjoy the security and benefits of a public sector job with growth potential. Whether you're passionate about public safety, technology, or anything in between, there's a place for you in the Merit System.

About Birmingham

Adorning the name "The Magic City," Birmingham, Alabama is a vibrant place of outstanding communities and unlimited potential. Consisting of a population of over 200,000 and serving as the central hub of a metropolitan area of over 1.1 million, the Birmingham is the largest city and the economic center of the State of Alabama.

Birmingham offers an array of advantages that make it a perfect place to start or grow your career. Today's Birmingham serves as an economic, cultural, and societal leader for the Southeast.

It is home to world-class universities and medical research facilities and professionals, a critically-acclaimed culinary arts scene bursting with eclectic restaurants, a thriving arts community, a diverse range of local music venues and events, national and international sports and athletic competitions, and a progressive business climate with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a devotion to social justice. Sitting in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Birmingham also provides an abundance of natural and scenic wonders, beautiful parks, hiking and biking trails, and mild weather to complement virtually any lifestyle or adventure. Birmingham provides these amenities, along with a robust, diverse and inclusive lifestyle, all while remaining as one of the most affordable cities to live in the nation.

A Career with the City of Birmingham

With the motto of Putting People First, the City of Birmingham works to ensure employees and the citizens of Birmingham are the number one priority. Employment with the City provides an opportunity to work in an environment that fosters a culture of teamwork and community, supports equity and justice, promotes employee growth and development, and encourages individualism, while also emphasizing accountability to fellow coworkers and the community.

Putting People First also means that, as an employer, the City of Birmingham strives to provide and maintain a highly competitive compensation structure, excellent health and medical benefits, and a strong and secure retirement and pension plan, along with other employee wellness benefits and programs. Working with the City of Birmingham provides not only the opportunity for a productive and secure career, but also a career that provides meaning and the opportunity to truly make a difference.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Option A:

Driver's License.

Experience with network administration in a multi-network environment through the design, implementation, maintenance and management of networks.

Option B:

Driver's License.

Experience with systems administration in a multi-system environment using various operating systems through the design, implementation, maintenance and management of systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Preferred Qualifications are examples of experience and education considered to be highly desirable by hiring agencies.

Any current Microsoft Certification.

Any current Cisco Certification.

Other certifications of a technical nature (e.g., VMWare, Citrix, LINUX).

Experience with data storage systems through the design, implementation, maintenance and management of systems [e.g., storage area networks (SANs), network attached storage (NAS)].

Supervisory experience (e.g., leading, training, approving time, and/or budgetary responsibilities).

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

Administers network applications, operating systems, and network equipment by reviewing, monitoring, and testing networking components to ensure efficient performance and to make recommendations for any needed hardware or software changes.

Manages network security by developing, planning, coordinating, and implementing measures, standards, and procedures to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of computer networks in order to ensure network data is available to authorized users and not tampered with or degraded during data uploads or storage and to protect network hardware and software.

Monitors network security against malware attacks such as viruses (e.g., worms, trojans) spyware, and ransomware by performing security assessments using various software tools, protocols, tests, and system monitoring in order to identify actual and potential network threats and vulnerabilities and to determine network security solutions.

Diagnoses network and system components (e.g., server routers, switches, Networking Operating System, Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) by performing system tests and evaluating performance results using various troubleshooting tools (e.g., Ping, ICMP, Traceroute, Ipconfig) in order to resolve network connectivity and performance issues.

Manages division projects (e.g., hardware installations, network upgrades, virtualization rollouts, business analytics, and data management) by laying out project planning, execution, monitoring, and completion in order to mitigate technical system/application issues.

Prepares requests for proposals and bid specifications for the jurisdiction or department(s) by reviewing current network and systems infrastructure, network and system's needs, and budget information in order to obtain bids from vendors for networking services, products, or support.

Reviews contracts and bids from vendors by comparing the services, products, and support offered to the specified needs outlined in the request for proposals and bid specifications in order to make a recommendation to the Infrastructure Manager and CIO to ensure contract work, services, or equipment standards are meet.

Administers systems applications and datacenter operations including, servers (virtual and physical), data storage systems, datacenter backup and recovery systems, and ensures that all other support systems are operational in a 24/7 environment by monitoring, installing, or upgrading computer components and software applications in order to ensure system uptime and performance.

Engages in activities designed to ensure professional development, awareness of developments in the field, and knowledge of relevant practices, rules, laws, policies, and/or guidelines.

Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.

Compensation & Benefits

The City of Birmingham offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Salary range: $77,854.40 - $120,764.80 (starting salary is commensurate with education and experience)

• Flexible work arrangements including remote/telework options for up to two days per week and alternative work schedules (e.g., four 10-hour days). Such flexible work arrangements must be approved by the Department Director.

• A City-sponsored pension retirement plan. The City of Birmingham provides a Tier 3 "defined benefit" plan where employee retirement payments are computed using a formula that considers several factors, such as length of employment and salary history.

• Excellent medical insurance with employee monthly contribution as low as $32.50/month

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Behavioral health plan

• Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Term Life & AD&D, Whole Life Insurance, and Short-term Disability options

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Generous holiday schedule

• Membership and admission benefits for City attractions such as the Birmingham Zoo, Birmingham Museum of Art, Southern Museum of Flight, and more.

Website:

To learn more about the City of Birmingham, please visit www.birminghamal.gov.

COMPETENCIES:

Adaptability & Flexibility.

Computer & Technology Operations.

Creativity & Innovation.

Customer Service.

Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Use.

Leadership & Management.

Learning & Memory.

Mathematical & Statistical Skills.

Oral Communication & Comprehension.

Planning & Organizing.

Problem Solving & Decision Making.

Professionalism & Integrity.

Researching & Referencing.

Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing.

Self-Management & Initiative.

Teamwork & Interpersonal.

Technical & Job-Specific Knowledge.

Technical Skills.

Training & Facilitation.

Written Communication & Comprehension.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGES:

Knowledge of high-performance computer systems used for large-scale computing purposes and requiring greater availability and security than a smaller-scale machine.

Knowledge of information/web/application security protocols and procedures.

Knowledge of infrastructure and system hardware (web/database servers, PCs, host/client systems etc.) to ensure performance/availability of web initiatives.

Knowledge of mobile communications hardware/software capabilities and limitations.

Knowledge of networking capabilities and methods (e.g., TCP/IP, Vmware, VPN).

Knowledge of application, construction, development and maintenance.

Knowledge of basic inventory security protocols (e.g., restricted access, secure storage).

Knowledge of client server and network based applications protocols.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is conducted almost exclusively indoors in an office setting and involves use of standard office equipment, such as computer, phone, copier, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time, but may involve occasional walking or standing for brief periods. Job may also involve occasional moderate lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Persons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-279-3500, Option 1, prior to the target close date.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best-qualified persons available. The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics.

Employment decisions are made by the Merit System agency where the position exists. Each Merit System agency administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations.

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DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

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