Salary: $57,700.00 - $103,900.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 179194
Agency: Department of Administration
Division: Office of Technology and Information Services
Opening Date: 08/13/2025
Closing Date: 8/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All applicants must apply online.
Class Code:: AM72
Position Number:: 60019911
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: TEC05
Hiring Range - Min.: $57,700.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $62,000.00
Opening Date: 08/13/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Network Administrator
The Department of Administration's Office of Technology and Information Services is the state's central provider of IT services to state government agencies. We are growing and now is a great time to join State Government! We are seeking a talented Network Administrator to join our team. This role is an integral part of our Network Services team. As a Network Administrator, you will provide support to State Agencies, institutions, and vendors in the design of voice, video, and data services. You will assist in creating and updating reports for supported agencies regarding network usage and network design and ensures accurate billing of services for offerings.

Responsibilities of the Network Administrator:

• Identify resources for design of voice, video, and data networks for increased network efficiency and make recommendations to internal stakeholders, state agencies, and local entities.
• Responsible for researching and gathering vendor quotes to meet technology needs ensuring services meet our customer service needs. Constant alignment with Procurement team for accurate purchasing of the needed technologies.
• Analyze and determine the need for bandwidth upgrades, network expansions, and enhancements by working with Network Integration, Network Security, Account Management, and Network Service vendors.
• Assist with circuit ordering and coordinate with vendors for circuit installations and modifications.
• Determine feasibility, cost, and equipment needs for implementation of network projects through equipment and service orders, verbal and written communications, field inspections, and agency reports.
• Responsible for regular briefings and written project updates for Leadership.
• Support Network Integration and Network Security by working with operations group on management of asset inventory.
• Responsible for telephone performance and troubleshooting for OTIS.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot network devices to ensure quality services are delivered to state and local governments.
• This position is considered to be essential because it supports network integration and network security as well as Emergency Support Function #2. You will perform other related duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelor's degree related to Information Technology and at least two (2) years of relevant experience working in a large, complex network environment.
• Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge and technical expertise of Cisco and other major network vendor equipment.
• Ability to analyze data and provide solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to prepare technical and user-friendly reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to establish working relationships with users and vendors.
• CJIS certification is required to be attained upon hire and maintained.
• Position may require work beyond the 37.5-hour work week, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must carry a mobile communications device if provided.
• Work may be required on-site or remote or a combination of both.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.

Additional Comments
The Department of Administration 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.

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 resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
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 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 resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Which of the following best describes your education and professional experience?

• At least a bachelor's degree related to information technology and at least two (2) years of relevant experience working in a large, complex network environment.
• An associate degree and at least four (4) years of relevant experience in a large, complex network environment.
• A high school diploma and at least six (6) years of relevant experience working in a large, complex network environment.
• None of the above.

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Do you have hands-on experience working with network equipment (switches, routers, wireless)?

• Yes
• No

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Explain your experience, roles and responsibilities with WANs/LANs, routers, switches, and wireless technologies. NOTE: Please be specific and include the number of years of experience in your description.
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Explain your experience, roles and responsibilities with quoting/ordering, billing, and customer service.
Required Question