District Network Systems Administrator

South Orange County Community College District

District Network Systems Administrator

Salary: $8,974.00 - $12,691.00 Monthly

Location: District Services - Mission Viejo, CA

Job Type: DS - Staff (Full-Time)

Job Number: 202401037

Office, Division, or School: DS - Information Technology and Security

Opening Date: 07/15/2026

Supplemental Information

Initial Screening Date: August 3, 2026

Range 143 of the CSEA Salary Schedule

Work schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)- Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

This is an on-site position requiring regular in-person attendance at our District office. After successfully completing a six-month probationary period, there may be an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, subject to performance and business needs.

Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter

Applications missing the required documents will not be considered.

Hour per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Culture of Care:

At the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD), we foster a Culture of Care grounded in connection, collaboration, inclusion, and service. We seek employees who contribute to a welcoming, student-centered environment and who understand the important role every position plays in advancing student success and strengthening our District community. Our employees build meaningful relationships, demonstrate empathy and professionalism, and promote a culture of belonging, engagement, and mutual respect.

Join SOCCCD and be part of a community dedicated to connection, purpose, and impact. We are seeking collaborative professionals committed to supporting students, creating meaningful experiences, and contributing to an inclusive and supportive workplace. Every employee helps shape a Caring District—one where students, colleagues, and the broader community feel valued, respected, and empowered. If you are passionate about service and making a positive difference, we invite you to bring your talents to our team.

Application Instructions:

• Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents – incomplete applications may not be considered.

• Include all relevant education, training, and/or experience on the application.

• Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job related factors (e.g., social security number, date of birth, pictures, etc.) on your application or attached documents.

Description

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under direction from an appropriate level manager or administrator, serves as a subject matter expert for all aspects of the District IT data network and primary point of contact for the Campus Network Systems Administrators for data network related collaboration; assures the effective planning, design, evaluation, modification and maintenance of data networks; and performs a variety of high-level and hands-on technical work on wide area data networks, including the design, engineering and operations of Internet and intranet servers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Incumbents assigned to this class serve as the primary administrator and technical resource of the computer network systems in District IT and work collaboratively with Campus Network Administrators on District-wide network issues.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Administer the district-wide data networks including Internet and Intranet wide area networks and local area networks; configure access to District IT servers and maintain and monitor security; add new domains to the network using appropriate naming conventions.

• Advise College Network Administrators on new software releases including network equipment and firewalls to ensure district-wide standards and security are maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

• Administration of data networks (LAN/WAN) in a large, complex organization.

• Applicable data and network standards and applications.

• Server and desktop application software.

Ability to:

• Administer the District Services and District-wide local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN).

• Work collaboratively to plan and organize large projects requiring the involvement of several departments.

• Design or modify a variety of network and electronic systems and equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a technical field such as computer science or current certification in data communications or network technology.

Experience:

Four years of increasingly responsible technical work experience in network service operations as a network technician and/or data communications analyst.

Supplemental Information

Initial Screening Date: August 3, 2026

Range 143 of the CSEA Salary Schedule

Work schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)- Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with the department's needs.

This is an on-site position requiring regular in-person attendance at our District office. After successfully completing a six-month probationary period, there may be an opportunity for a hybrid work schedule, subject to performance and business needs.

Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter

Applications missing the required documents will not be considered.

Hour per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Notice to all Candidates for Employment:

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. The South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) will not sponsor any visa applications.

Employees must reside in California while employed with the SOCCCD.

Non-Discrimination Notice:

The SOCCCD provides access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to national origin, immigration status, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, color, medical condition, military and veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access:

The SOCCCD is looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community.

The SOCCCD is committed to ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed in their classes and as such, to eliminating institutional barriers that disproportionately impact students of color. Irvine Valley College and Saddleback College are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, and faculty from diverse backgrounds can thrive academically and professionally.

Irvine Valley College (IVC) serves approximately 21,584 students, reflecting a rich diversity: 41% Asian, 2% Black/African-American, 21% Hispanic/Latino, 8% Southwest Asian and North African, 5% two or more races, and 21% White in Fall 2024.

Similarly, Saddleback College (SC) serves around 25,789 students, with demographics showing 12% Asian, 2% Black/African-American, 29% Hispanic/Latino, 5% two or more races, and 47% White in Fall 2024.

These numbers underscore the importance of our commitment to eliminating equity gaps across all student demographics through implementing dynamic, student-centered practices and policies. To support the academic and career success of our diverse student body, we seek a candidate who will actively contribute to our mission of inclusivity and support. The ideal candidate's values will align with SOCCCD’s goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace that is compliant and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants are evaluated for employment without regard to ethnicity or race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, age, veteran status, political or organizational affiliation, or any other protected characteristic in compliance with federal and California law.

THE SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER