Systems​/Network Engineer Metro

SYSTEMS/NETWORK ENGINEER - Metro, Information Technology - 037

This regular full-time position recruitment closes at 5:00 p.m. on October 21, 2026.

$3,774.76 - $4,608.20 biweekly

Under direction, designs, configures, builds, and maintains computer networks, operating systems, servers, and related hardware and software; analyzes current network architectures in order to design and implement improvements for increased functionality and reliability; performs ongoing network and server administration and maintenance tasks; and performs related work as required

This is a journey-level classification responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining the Court's computer network infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers, operating systems, WiFi portals, and server/network applications which includes maintaining network firewalls, routers, and switches, administering the e-mail system, and providing technical support to Court staff. Positions at this level perform the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative.

Incumbents receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

• Assumes responsibility for designing, developing, monitoring and maintaining the integrity of networks, servers, and databases upon which the Court relies for uninterrupted business and management operations.
• Designs, configures, and builds, a diverse range of network systems including Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) on physical and cloud-based platforms; collects network and server requirements; analyzes network architecture; designs solutions using best practices.
• Performs ongoing network maintenance duties; monitors network infrastructure and performs maintenance check-ups for all Court locations including remote locations; reports issues and tracks historical information.
• Performs ongoing network monitoring and administration duties; maintains functions and features to optimize system availability; designs system commands and protocols to maintain network systems; relocates data for optimal performance; designs and implements testing routines to identify and resolve conflicts and potential operating malfunctions; determines and implements Active Directory permissions; installs server software and peripheral network equipment and devices.
• Administers network security protocols and measures to maintain the integrity of network system operations; monitors firewalls and other security services to ensure they are working efficiently; identifies security issues and designs potential solutions; recommends and implements changes.
• Performs ongoing server and associated components management, monitoring and maintenance including physical servers, virtual servers, routers, switches, and power supplies; maintains systems for optimal space management and system utility; uses a variety of tools to ensure that security patches, updates and new software are properly installed.
• Designs and performs advanced switch and router configurations and interconnections; troubleshoots, and resolves malfunctions with networked systems, operating platform/database interfaces, servers, configurations, and related equipment such as connections, switches.
• Performs backup and restore duties to ensure optimal performance and recovery time; ensures that all system records and documentation are archived.
• Develops and maintains a variety of technical documentation for network system policies and procedures, including network topology, service accounts, passwords, patch panels, storage assignments and related materials; creates how-to guides and training documentation for team members.
• Serves as a project manager on assigned projects; conducts research to determine and design effective solutions for assigned projects; estimates time and resources needed for assigned projects; develops schedules, documentation and specifications for assigned projects; monitors the work of consultants and vendors to ensure compliance with Court plans and specifications; ensures assigned projects are completed within timeline.
• Stays current with new technology; researches and recommends new emerging technologies to fulfill Court or user needs.
• Attends and contributes to a variety of department, team and project related meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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