Network Administrator

This is a full-time position with the Bureau of Information and Telecommunication – Network Deployment. For more information on the Bureau of Information and Telecommunication, please visit https://bit.sd.gov/.

This position designs, maintains, and supports network services for the Digital Dakota Network. A broad base of communication and security technologies are supported with a focus on supporting Juniper, Cisco, and Fortinet products. Other skill sets needed include: personal computer support, firewalls, routers, wireless networking, local area network design, and LAN switches. Travel will be required at times to diagnose problems, install hardware, and meet with clients.

Benefits of working for the State of South Dakota include:

• multiple health plan options, including $0 employee premium option;
• 6% fully matched retirement plan. Includes long term disability and family survivor benefits;
• $25,000 paid life insurance;
• generous leave policies;
• stable industry sector;
• flexible work schedule with little to no over-time, providing the ability to maintain a great work/life balance.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

A degree in Technology Engineering or related field preferred but not required.

Knowledge of:

• TCP/IP and LAN protocols;
• local and wide-area network technologies;
• telecommunications theories;
• design and operating principles of communications systems;
• operating protocols and connectivity;
• communication systems software and hardware;
• customer service techniques and principles.

Ability to:

• diagnose and resolve network problems;
• evaluate and implement new technologies;
• coordinate activities with clients, contractors;
• communicate information concisely and accurately, both oral and written;
• provide effective communication to clients and stakeholder;
• work in a team environment and independently;
• write and update technical documentation.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.