Network Technician II

Salary: $53,142.00 - $90,372.00 Annually
Location : Lexington County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 192467
Agency: State Accident Fund
Division: Information Technology Team
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: AM71
Position Number:: 60025428
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: TEC04
Hiring Range - Min.: $53,142.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $60,000.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE at Answer all application questions completely. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A rsum will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. VETERAN APPLICANTS: Per SC 1-1-550 Veterans Preference: To claim Veteran's Preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty at time of interview.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
The mission of the South Carolina State Accident Fund is to provide cost-effective, guaranteed workers' compensation insurance for state agencies and other governmental entities along with exceptional service to our state workers.

Are you looking for new opportunities to further your career? Ever thought about a career in state government but weren't sure where to start? If so, look no further than the South Carolina State Accident Fund. We are seeking hard working and dependable candidates just like you to apply!

The South Carolina State Accident Fund is the leading provider of workers' compensation insurance in South Carolina. Since 1943, the State Accident Fund has provided a continuous guaranteed source of cost effective workers' compensation coverage. Today we serve nearly 600 employers and 200,000 state and local government employees throughout the state. Within the State Accident Fund, the Uninsured Employers Fund (UEF) administers benefits as determined by the SC Workers' Compensation Commission for employers who fail to secure proper workers' compensation coverage for their businesses.

The Network Technician II acting as member of the Information Technology (IT) team for the agency with guidance from IT Director, will:

• Assist with analyzing business needs and assessing technical feasibility and solutions. Participate in project planning/estimation and make suggestions to improve the development of solutions and/or techniques.
• Prepares user documentation and manuals.
• Provide day-to-day management of server hardware, software, and security solutions. Perform any hardware and software upgrades to servers and install new and enhanced products. Maintains and monitors server environment (including but not limited to Active Directory, Exchange and email security, anti-virus, patching and upgrades, SQL/databases, Group Policy, DNS, VMs, storage, VPN, Firewall rules, Office 365, etc.).
• Assist with projects, issues, efficiency of procedures and updating/patching/hardening of the server and desktop base images. Conduct research on server hardware, software, and protocols in support of development efforts, and provides recommendations to the IT management team.
• Configures systems to adhere to IT policies and standards.
• Assist with backup and disaster recovery system.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• An associate's degree in related field of experience in computer system development and modifications.
• Relevant experience may be substituted for an associate's degree.
• Simple to moderate problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Experience with simple to moderate hardware/software including Windows server and Windows desktop OS, Microsoft 365, AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO.
• Experience with developing processes and procedures and assist in overseeing the physical and logical security and integrity of the server environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 15-100 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of end-user computing systems and software, computer networking knowledge. Knowledge of hardware/software troubleshooting. The ability to stay organized and attentive to details. Knowledge of helpdesk functions and IT customer service. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers. Must be able to work with vendors to resolve issues.

Additional Comments
The State Accident Fund is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited to, lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

DISCOVER YOUR WORKLIFE BALANCE!

The State Accident Fund offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, the employee's spouse, and children,
• 15 days* of annual (vacation)leave per year,
• 15 days of sick leave per year,
• 13 paid holidays,
• Employee Assistance Program: Up to 5 counseling sessions annually for employees and eligible household members, Up to 5 Life Management Services (i.e., legal, financial, child/elder/pet care), and Unlimited assessment and referral services,
• Paid Parental Leave,
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs,
• Hybrid telecommuting schedules**, and
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

*Employees in FTE status earn additional annual leave the longer they remain employed with the state.

**Eligibility to work remotely requires successfully completing a period of employment with the agency.

A copy of your transcript may be uploaded as an attachment to the application. Upon hiring, candidates must submit official college transcript(s) or diploma(s) for degree(s) obtained. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. Any misrepresentation will result in my disqualification from employment. I have completed the state application to include ALL current and previous work history and education. I understand that a rsum will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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As part of the application process, I understand I may be asked to submit to a background check to include: a criminal history check, driving record review, academic transcript review and employment reference checks.

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree or higher

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Do you have any experience in computer system development/modification or relevant experience (Windows server and Windows 10 and 11 OS, M365, AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO, SQL databases, and disaster recovery / backup solutions)?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please briefly describe your relevant experience. If you answered "No" to the question above, please type "N/A'".
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If offered the position, are you willing to accept a salary offer between $53,142 and $60,000?

• Yes
• No

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How did you learn about this career opportunity?

• Careers.sc.gov
• LinkedIn.com
• Employee Referral
• Other

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If you learned of this opportunity from an employee or "other" source, please specify. If this does not apply, type "N/A".
Required Question