Network Administrator (Transmission Control Center)

Network Administrator (Transmission Control Center)

Leander, TX, US, 78641

PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION : PEC Transmission Control Center, Leander, TX 78641

Hybrid Work Options Available

$88,772.80 Minimum Starting Base Pay

• KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
• Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for implementing network communications and solution improvements, proposing and implementing system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the computer network.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Improve service and efficiency with progressive technology

Design, install, test and troubleshoot the local area networks and wide area networks

Conduct performance tuning

Write specifications for hardware, select hardware and determine warranty requirements

Integrate multiple technologies, hardware and software

Manage inventory, track maintenance and ensure vendor contract provisions are met

Write plans to support the infrastructure network needs

Document Information Technology Department procedures

Train Information Technology staff in the management of the network

Design, monitor and provide reports on enterprise network performance

Prepare disaster recovery plan and business resumption plan for the infrastructure systems

Develop systems with provisions for continuity of operations during any disaster recovery or other emergency situations

Interact with end users to ensure quality network and system utilization

Consult with users, management, vendors and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements

Install, maintain and monitor security measures

Ensure compliance with NERC, FERC and ERCOT Reliability standards including Critical Infrastructure Protection Standards

Participate in maintaining availability of Control System environments

Document changes made to systems or equipment through appropriate change management, communications and record keeping practices

Maintain the security of confidential information

Stay abreast of advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and / or Leadership Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of using computers and computer systems, including hardware and software to set up functions, enter data or process information

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction

Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, TFTP, routing, firewalls, e-mail, distributed authentication, VPN’s, telecommunications issues and other network administration concerns, particularly in complex LAN and WAN environments

Skilled in time management

Skilled in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing and changing priorities

Skilled in identifying, analyzing and resolving problems

Ability to set priorities

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to listen to and understand information verbally and in writing

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Directly related experience may substitute for education

Four years experience with network related systems

Cisco CCNA certification preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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