Enterprise Network Specialist III
Closing Date:
Location: District
Pay Information:
Range 35 ($6,659.61 - $10,630.24) per month based on the current AFT Classified Professionals salary schedule. New employees will begin on Step C ($7,342.22)*. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks, salary schedules and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.
AFT Classified Professionals Salary Schedule link:
SDCCD Employee Relations webpage link:
Collective Bargaining agreements/handbooks link:
*AFT Classified Collective Bargaining Agreement Article 6.21 Initial Salary Placement (effective 07/01/2025): Initial salary placement of newly employed unit members will be on step C of the respective range. If step C is "shaded," then initial salary placement shall be on the first "unshaded" step of the appropriate range.
Position Equivalent FTE:
1.0 FTE
No. Months: 12 months Position Number: 011864
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)
Position Type: Classified
Bargaining Unit: AFT - Classified Professionals
Range: 35
Department: Information Technology
The Position:
Applications are currently being accepted for Enterprise Network Specialist III in the District's Information Technology Services department. Hours are Monday - Friday 8am-5pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department's needs.
Under the direction of the Manager, Network and PC Services, performs a wide variety of highly specialized technical tasks to support the design, installation, and maintenance of wide area, networking hardware/software. Positions in this classification provide District-wide support of multiple core infrastructure subsystems that service all campus computing needs including administrative, instructional, and contract education environments. This position may act as a lead and coordinate work with District Network Specialists with a variety of areas of technical expertise.
Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
Classification Description:
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Desired Qualifications:
Desired Experience and Skills:
- Experience supporting HP and Dell server infrastructure, vCenter, ESXi, Microsoft SQL, and Microsoft Server, including backup solutions and Disaster Recovery.
- Proficiency in installing and supporting Extreme core, distribution, and access networking equipment, including fabric configurations.
- Experience with installing and supporting Extreme wireless infrastructure.
- Ability to establish and maintain Enterprise firewall configurations.
- Proficiency in installing and configuring various network patch cabling, including category 6 UTP copper and both single and multimode fiber with their various connector types.
- Experience supporting and configuring Microsoft Exchange and email security platforms.
- Knowledge of information security systems, including but not limited to Microsoft Defender, Security Operations Center, and self-learning AI solutions.
- Experience deploying and supporting Microsoft Entra services, including but not limited to Teams calling, SharePoint, and Office 365.
- Proficiency in supporting Microsoft Active Directory, domain controllers, and global catalogs.
- Ability to establish and maintain DNS internal and external naming standards, IP assignments including static IP and DHCP scopes, and IP reservations.
- Experience using Service Desk ticketing system for task and work assignments, and ensuring client contact follow-up.
- Ability to establish and maintain Data Center infrastructure configurations, including following department standards for building and deploying equipment racks, redundant Power Distribution Units utilizing Uninterruptible Power Supplies, and cabling plant organization.
- Experience supporting and maintaining VoIP and analog telephone system, including emergency broadcasting system.
- Sensitivity and understanding of persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree preferred or five years or more relevant hands-on professional IT infrastructure experience.
Foreign Degree:
Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your on-line application.
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Commitment to Diversity:
All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.
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Special Instructions to Applicants:
To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.
Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.
We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Complete the online application, including examples and outcomes listed within the Duties section of your Employment History;
- Complete responses to the Supplemental Questions, including examples and outcomes;
- Cover Letter;
- Resume; AND
- Three (3) professional references listed within online application.
- Licenses/Certificates/Credentials (optional).
Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments):
First level interviews December 2026 or January 2027.
Conditions of Employment:
SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:
- Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
- Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
- Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
- Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND,
- Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.
EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.
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Additional Information:
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.
* Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
* $50,000 group term life insurance
* 16 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
* CalPERS employer contribution rate of 26.04% (2026)
Posting Number: CL01966
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All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
