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Network Administrator Associate

University of Georgia · United States
Deadline
Apr 07, 2027
Closing in 170 days
Location
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United States
Employment
Permanent
Full or part time
Reference
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Posted Oct 09, 2026

About the role

Network Administrator Associate

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  • Please provide name and contact information for three professional references
  • This is a full-time, on-site position
  • This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number S15878P
Working Title Network Administrator Associate
Department EITS-Network Engineering
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website eits.uga.edu
Posting Type External
Retirement Plan TRS
Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information 8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. Occasional after-hours as needed. 
Advertised Salary Up to 60,613
Posting Date 10/08/2026
Open until filled Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date 11/09/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
  • Please provide name and contact information for three professional references
  • This is a full-time, on-site position
  • This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Position Information
Classification Title Network Support Technician III
FLSA Non-Exempt
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary The University of Georgia Enterprise Information Technology Services (EITS) is seeking qualified junior-level candidates for a Network Administrator position in Network Engineering. This position will work as part of a team responsible for the delivery and support of mission critical advanced network technologies in a large local (Athens) and extended campuses network across the state.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  • Knowledge of configuring networking equipment (switches, routers)
  • Knowledge of SNMP network monitoring tools
  • Knowledge of Ethernet and IP networking (TCP and UDP)
  • Familiarity with LAN/WAN L2/L3 protocols
  • Knowledge of wireless networking including controller-based lightweight architectures
  • Familiarity with firewalls and VPNs
  • Knowledge of DHCP, IPAM, and DNS
  • Knowledge of writing technical documentation
Physical Demands Lift and install chassis based network equipment. Move from one office to another office on campus. Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to connect network cabling (including fiber optics). Job takes place in cooled office environment and in a typical cooled data center environment. Driving to perform job related tasks.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
Does this position require a P-Card? No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes
Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities Network Core Operations and Management (LAN, WAN, and Wireless)
  • Plan, implement, and manage the enterprise core, wireless, and data center networks.
  • Provides support for LAN, WAN, and wireless network services
  • Plan, implement, and manage switch/router management applications, monitoring, and configuration backup.
  • Maintain a broad knowledge of operations & objectives across EITS and the University in general as required to effectively provide services
  • Work with other units to maintain and enhance existing services and works to assist in the development and deployment of new services consistent with the EITS Strategic Plan including DNS, DHCP, AAA Remote Access (VPN), and Monitoring applications
  • Work with vendors as needed to maintain and deploy services
Percentage of time 70
Duties/Responsibilities IP and name space management:
  • Assist with management of enterprise DHCP/DNS/IPAM system (BlueCat Proteus/Adonis,)
  • Assigns IP address and scopes to clients
  • Follows internal process to document and manage IP assignment
  • Configures routers to facilitate IP assignment
  • Works with clients to determine need and optimization of IP space
Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities Network Fault Management – Including routing, switching, video conferencing, load balancing, and all other network related problems
  • Assist with determining appropriate actions needed to restore normal services with minimal down time.
  • Assist with investigating recurring and related operating system failures /inefficiencies by reviewing system logs, dumps and other information from clients or technical personnel
  • Works with staff in Information Security to supplement incident response and crisis management needs
  • Shares responsibility for routine and emergency system maintenance on a 24×7 basis
Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities Planning and Documentation.
  • Assist with the creation of detailed network documentation and diagrams for proposed, altered, and existing network paths.
  • Assist in the preparation of documentation for inventory and maintenance of NOC equipment
Percentage of time 10

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. 
Recruitment Contact Name Rayid Tartir
Recruitment Contact Email [email protected]
Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
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  2. Cover Letter
  3. List of References with Contact Information
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