IT Network & Telecommunications - Journey

Description

Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full‑time, permanent classified IT Network & Telecommunications position in the IT Services department. This position supports enterprise IT infrastructure, including networking, server administration, telecom services, and structured cabling while participating in planning, automation, and technology projects.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

• Administer wired, wireless, and telecommunications infrastructure supporting campus connectivity and voice services.
• Configure and maintain switches, VLANs, network equipment, telecom hardware, and related infrastructure.
• Install and support network equipment, structured cabling, low‑voltage connectivity, phone systems, and telecom endpoints.
• Troubleshoot network, wireless, voice, and telecommunications service issues.
• Coordinate vendors for infrastructure, network, telecommunications, cabling, and related service needs.
• Administer Windows and Linux servers.
• Manage backup systems.
• Document structured cabling, server and network infrastructure.
• Administer AD, group policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity management.
• Develop Power Shell automation.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity needs.
• Research and implement new technologies as directed by management.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse individuals and groups to convey technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.
• Excellent customer service that consistently meets or exceeds the needs of customers.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Perform related duties as required.

Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

• Associate's degree in information technology, telecommunications, electronics, or a related field AND three (3) years' experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure. Additional years of service may substitute for educational and certificate requirements.
• Have or be able to obtain within the probationary period a Washington State L&I Class 09 Limited Energy (Low Voltage) electrician certificate.
• Experience in structured cabling installation, network switch configuration, wireless infrastructure support, Windows and Linux server administration, and telecommunications support.

Salary Range: $7,150–$9,618 per month (Step A‑M, commensurate with qualifications and experience) – Code 483NT.

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave, medical, dental, life, and long‑term disability insurance, retirement, and tuition waiver.

Clark College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

The college accepts reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities. The following person is designated to handle inquiries regarding non‑discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and affirmative action:
Thao Schmidt, Interim Associate Vice President, 360‑992‑2628, tschmidt.