Network Analyst

(INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY)

(CLASSIFIED SALARIED)

USD 497	Details
FTE:	1.0
HOURS/DAY:	8.0
DAYS PER YEAR:	261

Purpose Statement

The job of Network Analyst is done for the purpose/s of analyzing departmental and individual requirements for automated solutions and using these findings to develop program specifications; maintaining programs and systems used within the district; serving as technical advisor to staff and other district personnel; and performing necessary programming to develop file server based applications.

Essential Functions

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Collaborates and develops application protocols and systems including analysis, testing and documenting for the purpose of installing computerized alternatives to manual processes and/or ensuring that required specifications are met.

Composes documents (e.g. correspondence, bulletins, reports, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to school and district personnel.

Conducts customer interviews for the purpose of analyzing departmental and individual requirements for automated solutions and developing program specifications.

Designs and reviews network servers and supporting software for the purpose of ensuring ongoing system and network processes are within district standards.

Implements applications shared by multiple users for the purpose of using appropriate file and/or record locking, journaling and database organization techniques.

Incorporates workstation and LAN/WAN security procedures and access levels (e.g. firewalls, anti virus software, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that district standards are met.

Installs third party package software and upgrades (e.g. system images, patches and updates, etc.) for the purpose of meeting vendor and district requirements and ensuring the integrity of network.

Maintains existing programs and systems for the purpose of meeting district requirements and ensuring the integrity of network.

Manages the workstation and printer inventory by use of network utilities for the purpose of ensuring that district standards are met.

Responds to inquiries related to systems and program design, development, test and implementation for the purpose of solving problems, providing information and/or providing direction as may be required.

Trains selected personnel for the purpose of ensuring their ability to use new and/or existing software applications.

Other Functions

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; communicating with person of varied cultural and educational backgrounds; operating standard of equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: .

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work environment and/or priorities; being attentive to detail; meeting deadlines and schedules; working under time constraints; adhering to district policies; and regular attendance except when taking approved leave.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a department, large work unit, and/or across several small work units; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Education Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area.

Equivalency

Required Testing	Certificates
	Required Certification: N+Preferred Certification: MCP, MCSE, CNA, CCNA, CCNP, CNE
Continuing Educ./Training	Clearances
	Kansas Bureau of Investigation Kansas Department of Children and Families Physical and Tuberculosis Clearance

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Range

Exempt 26

NETWORK ANALYST (Internal Candidates Only)