NETWORK SPECIALIST
Req #: | 171270 |
Department: | UW POLICE DEPARTMENT |
Job Location: | Seattle Campus |
Posting Date: | 08/23/2019 |
Closing Info: | Closes On 09/15/2019 |
Salary: | Salary and benefits are competitive. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
Shift: | First Shift |
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for five consecutive years.
UW is the largest university with the largest athletic facility in the state. The University of Washington is a world-class institution attracting talent from all over the world. The UW Police Department (UWPD) seeks to reflect that diversity, talent and dedication in the men and women of the UWPD. As a full-service law enforcement agency, we are here 24 hours a day throughout the year with our own 911 dispatching center, detective unit and community outreach unit, among other functions.
The UWPD is very proud to be the only campus law enforcement agency in the State of Washington that is Triple Accredited: 1) Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA); 2) International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA); and, 3) Washington Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs (WASPC). The UWPD is one of only eight (8) police agencies in the State of Washington that has achieved national accreditation.
Mission:
The University of Washington Police Department actively collaborates with our community to create a safe and secure campus through education, problem solving and enforcement. We use innovative practices, continuing training and partnerships to provide professional public safety services, thereby reducing crime and the fear of crime. In doing so, we foster and maintain an environment that supports the well-being of our students, staff, faculty and visitors.
Vision:
The University of Washington Police Department aspires to be a world leader in innovative campus public safety practices. Our commitment to excellence supports the campus community’s pursuit of academic and research goals in an environment free of crime and the fear of crime.
We have an outstanding opportunity for a Network Specialist. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager and functioning in support of the Technical Services Division, the Network Specialist will work within a team environment to support various systems. This position will be responsible for the stability and integrity of the Police Department’s network and infrastructure systems; participate with the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support and optimization of all workstation and server hardware, printer, software and communication links; assist with maintenance related activities for switches; responsible for administration and maintenance of un-interruptible power supplies, enterprise backup systems, SAN, Active Directory, Group Policies, Central endpoint protection, Tyler Technologies New World CAD/ LERMS Systems/ Netmotion/ STANCIL/ IAPRO/ ACCESS and web services.
This position is not a supervisory role, with the exception of oversight for student workers, as applicable.
Responsibilities include:
The position will provide more efficient and effective services to the university community. The position impacts the integrity of the UW Police Department, which reflects on the University community as a whole. This position is accountable for all IT and customer service equipment the Communications Center and the UWPD as a whole. This position will provide support and expertise for all technical operations and ensure compliance of all department policy and procedures that directly affect circumstances regarding the safety and security of all people and property on the UW campus. In addition, the position is responsible for providing support to divisional partners in collaboration with other IT personnel; effectual administration of information systems and related technologies; practice and evangelize appropriate utilization of technical services; and continually seek opportunities for streamlining technologies towards systems integration and standardization. These related job tasks are weighted as follows:
• Provides complex installation, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair for all networking activities, including server maintenance, backup duties, installation of network endpoints such as switches, routers, printers, workstations, cameras, etc. (20%)
• Provides complex problem determination for technical problems and provides guidance to UW Police staff in collaboration with other IT members by answering, solving, and documents help desk calls. (20%)
• Utilizes technical expertise to perform systems analysis, database support, and systems assurance (10%)
• Facilitates meticulous assessment, implementation and maintenance of computing systems. Monitors conditions, care, and maintenance of computer and network equipment. Document all equipment changes, additions, and removal.
Maintain security and integrity of technical infrastructure (10%)
• Serves as a primary support for technology implementations and systems maintenance (10%)
• Identifies issues and problems, considers alternatives and takes corrective action under supervision (10%)
• Collaborates with Police IT specialist and IT unit members in supporting department technical needs (10%)
• Maintains awareness to ongoing support trends and advances recommendations for improvements (5%)
• Works with UWPD staff, campus, and law enforcement partners to develop and maintain technical documentation (5%)
Requirements include:
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Conditions of Employment include:
As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:
Application Deadline: 9/8/2019
We anticipate the selection process to take 3 to 6 months. Finalists will be invited to participate in on–campus interviews.
Reapplication is permitted at any time, except for candidates disqualified for reasons of prior felony convictions or non-correctable selection.
All information submitted will be considered to determine the applicant's qualifications for this position. Please ensure that your current contact information is listed in your online candidate profile as well as in your resume.
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.