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Job Description
Salary Range
102,523.20 - 133,120.00
Job Description
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is accepting applications for the position of Senior Network Administrator. Under direction, this position is responsible for administering and leading the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of the Court’s network and endpoint infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient access to applications and systems. This role requires in-depth knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, local and wide area networks, and network communication protocols, as well as experience with modern network operating systems and platforms such as contemporary Windows, Linux, and cloud-integrated environments. The position also involves administering enterprise endpoint and device management platforms, endpoint protection and threat detection solutions, software deployment and automation tools, and operating system update and patch management processes.
The Senior Network Administrator designs and supports networked environments; configures workstations; installs, maintains, and troubleshoots software and hardware; and implements enterprise-scale endpoint management and security solutions. The role requires the ability to diagnose and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues; develop and maintain accurate technical documentation and procedures; and work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative IT team. Strong communication skills are essential, as the position regularly interacts with technical staff, judges, and Court personnel to provide clear, professional, and effective technical guidance and support.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES
The Senior Network Administrator may lead a team of Network Administrators and is responsible for the diagnosis and resolution of more complex problems related to the local area networks and equipment in each court location.
The current job vacancy isassigned to the Office of Information Technology (OIT) at the East County Hall of Justice, located in Dublin, CA and may require traveling to other Court locations to meet operational needs.
Example of Duties
NOTE: The following are duties performed by employees in this classification; however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all listed duties.
1. Leads and trains junior administrators; defines standards and procedures for common administrator tasks; defines, documents and tests backup and recovery procedures.
2. Specifies hardware components, peripherals and software related to equipment purchase request.
3. Ensures that all equipment is in good working condition; monitors network performance at each designated location; troubleshoots network problems.
4. Installs and configures network servers and other devices such as printers, hubs, and scanners.
5. Sets up applications and data folders on servers for shared access; sets up user accounts for server and e-mail access.
6. Sets up backup devices; maintains and monitors server backups; monitors server performance; diagnoses and resolves problems
7. Performs basic hardware repair on computers, monitors, printers, scanners and servers.
8.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
The equivalent to three years of network administration experience that included Windows NT and Unix.
Desired Knowledge and Skills:- Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, local and wide area network concepts, and network communications protocols
- Experience with network administration practices and modern network operating systems and platforms (e.g., contemporary Windows, Linux, and cloud-integrated environments)
- Familiarity with enterprise endpoint and device management platforms
- Experience with endpoint protection and threat detection solutions
- Knowledge of software packaging, deployment, inventory, and automation tools
- Understanding of operating system update and patch management methodologies
- Ability to set up and support networked environments, configure workstations, and install and maintain software applications
- Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale endpoint management and security solutions
- Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network-related issues
- Skill in preparing clear, accurate technical documentation, procedures, and reports
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with IT teams and stakeholders
- Communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally-both orally and in writing-with technical staff, judges, and Court personnel
Knowledge of networks and communications protocols such as TCP/IP; local area network concepts and facilities; local area network administration; network operating systems such as Window NT, Unix, and Novell.
Ability to set up networks, configure workstations, and load software; diagnose problems; communicate orally and in writing; establish and maintain working relationships with staff, judges and Court personnel.
This position includes a one-year probationary period. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of fingerprint check and the provision of appropriately identifying documents to certify eligibility to work in the United States.
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Hiring Process
The hiring process will include the following components:- An initial screening of all application materials receivedincluding a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. A resume does not substitute for completing the application. An incomplete or partial application or supplemental questionnaire will result in disqualification.
- A review of the completed application and supplemental questionnaire to select the best-qualified candidates for the oral panel interview process.
- An oral interview that will be weighted as 100% of the candidate's final score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises.
The Court reserves the right to change the components of the examination process and may limit the number of candidates invited to the oral interview process to include only the best-qualified candidates should there be a large applicant pool.
The application and supplemental questionnaire are used to evaluate the candidate's qualifications. If you are interested in the opportunity, it is recommended that you submit your application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible since this recruitment may be closed at any time should the Court receive a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
If you require accommodation in the examination process because of disability, please call (510) 891-6021 to discuss.
Job Posting End Date
January 27, 2026 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Superior Court of California, County of Alameda
Show moreThe Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is a state trial court whose mission is to fairly and efficiently resolve disputes arising under the law and to protect the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitutions of California and the United States. The Superior Court is part of the judicial branch of government that includes trial courts, Courts of Appeal, and the California Supreme Court. The Judicial Council of California establishes the rules and policies that govern trial court operations. The Court is a state-funded independent public employer.
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda has approximately 700 employees in 9 locations and serves 1.6 million residents in all trial court matters including criminal, civil, juvenile dependency and delinquency, family law, probate, guardianship, conservatorship, mental health, and traffic cases. Following are the 9 Court locations:
Alameda – George E. McDonald Hall of Justice
Berkeley – Berkeley Courthouse
Dublin - East County Hall of Justice
Fremont - Fremont Hall of Justice
Hayward – Hayward Hall of Justice
Oakland - René C. Davidson Courthouse complex
Oakland - Wiley W. Manuel Courthouse
San Leandro – John George Psychiatric Pavilion
San Leandro - Juvenile Justice Center
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is committed to investing in staff and operations, so that Court employees will be able to offer the highest level of service that true access to justice demands.
The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda’s mission to provide access to justice for all drives Court operations. The Superior Court of California, County of Alameda is committed to ensuring equal access to court services and inspiring public confidence in the court system through excellence in service, integrity, impartiality, competence, and diversity.
About Alameda County:
Alameda County is located on the east side of the San Francisco Bay extending from Berkeley and Albany in the north to Fremont in the south. The County has varied geography with wooded hills, vineyards, streams, and lakes. Elevations range from sea level to 3,817 feet at Rose Peak in the southern part of the County.
Alameda County offers air, sea, and ground transportation access to the rest of the United States and the Pacific Basin. The County has long been hailed as the transportation hub of the West. The County is served by one of the world's most advanced and comprehensive transit systems, including the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system.
The County is home to some of the most prestigious educational and research campuses in the world, the University of California, Berkeley, and Lawrence Livermore Labs. In addition to these institutions, the County offers a developed and diverse system of higher education institutions, and an extensive network of cultural and outdoor recreational activities.
Alameda County is one of the most ethnically diverse communities in the nation. -