INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GENERALIST jobs in Elkhart, IN

Systems/Network Admin

General Function: Ensure reliable and efficient operation of district technology infrastructure

Qualifications

Commitment to fulfilling the Crossing’s mission and demonstrating a lifestyle consistent with the Crossing’s core values.

Highly-developed organizational, analytical and decision-making skills

Meticulous attention to detail and follow-through

Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse audience, including colleagues and professional partners
Excellent attendance, willingness to learn and positive attitude
Strong organizational skills and ability to independently manage multiple time-sensitive projects.
Preferred 3-5 years of experience in Network Management
Preferred credentials
BS or higher in Information Technology (or equivalent)
Certification or demonstrated skill with each of the following:

• Microsoft Windows server and workstation OS, Chrome OS
• VMWare EXXI
• 802.11 wireless technology and Unifi Infrastructure
• Network firewall (Fortinet or equivalent)
• GAFE (Google Apps for Education)
• Working knowledge of logic & web programming

Responsibilities/Function

1. Network a. Web Server & Network Infrastructure Design & Management i. user/group management ii. LDAP iii. Efficiently minimize downtime corporation-wide through managing equipment and communicating with service providers, also through patch management and deployment iv. Develop a plan and support disaster recovery systems b. Network Security Design & Maintenance i. Virus protection ii. Firewall implementation and maintenance iii. Vulnerability assessments/audits c. Software License Management and Deployment d. Data/Database Management (Powerschool)

2. System Administration

Primary system administrator duties for the following information systems:

• Microsoft Active Directory, DHCP, DNS and WINS Knowledge
• IPSEC Site to Site VPN Tunnel Management and Deployment
• Google Apps for Education (GAFE) iv. Testing (ECA, ISTEP, WIDA)

Assure network infrastructure can support testing demands

Work with Director of Student Services to ensure all servers and workstations have proper updates in a timely manner v. Powerschool (SIS)

• Oversee management of 1:1’s across all campuses and partnerships

• Build Custom Reports as needed

• Manage and assist with state regulated data exchange implementation vi. Telzio (VOIP) vii. Mobility Print Management b. Secondary system administrator duties for the following information systems: i. Basecamp (project management) ii. Plato/Edmentum (curriculum) iii. Crossing Website

3. Special Projects

• Along with Director of School Operations and Director of Information Systems, develop and implement systems and procedures to increase efficiency and productivity

• Assist with design, execution and restructuring of new and relocating schools, both remotely and on site

4. Purchasing

• E-rate management and coordination (Category I / Category II)

• Research and make purchasing recommendations

• Negotiate vendor contracts and maintain professional vendor relationships, including printing needs and ISPs

• Oversee assistance with inventory and technology assets

• Develop and manage technology grants and funding sources, including eRate

• Follow SOPs as designated by Finance team

5. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Director of School Operations

Ideal mix of duties:

• 85% office, 15% field
• 30% network, 30% system administration, 30% special projects, 10% purchasing

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of 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.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee may also have to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.

2. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Network administration: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person