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Position Type
Professional Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
12
Campus
Both ME Campuses
Description
The Network Administrator supports the operation, maintenance, and security of the university's wired and wireless network infrastructure, enterprise voice services, and collaboration platforms. This position monitors network performance, administers network and voice technologies, resolves connectivity issues, supports infrastructure projects, and collaborates with campus stakeholders to ensure reliable, secure, and effective technology services across all university locations.
About The University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
- Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
- Up to 8% retirement plan match.
- Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
Educational benefits:
- UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
- UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
- 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
Responsibilities
Network Operations & Administration:
- Monitor, maintain, and support wired, wireless, and voice network infrastructure to ensure availability, performance, and reliability.
- Perform network configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and device lifecycle activities in accordance with established standards.
- Maintain network hardware inventories, documentation, and operational records.
- Collect and analyze performance and utilization data to support capacity planning and operational improvements.
Network Infrastructure & Connectivity:
- Support installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of network equipment, wireless services, and network-connected devices.
- Diagnose and resolve connectivity, performance, and service issues; escalate complex problems as appropriate.
- Assist with network expansion, refresh, and modernization projects.
- Support physical network infrastructure, including cabling, telecommunications spaces, and equipment deployment.
Voice & Collaboration Services:
- Administer enterprise voice and collaboration platforms, including user provisioning, licensing, device management, and service configuration.
- Support telephony, conferencing, and collaboration technologies to ensure reliable communication services.
- Troubleshoot call quality, conferencing, and endpoint issues and coordinate vendor support when necessary.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to voice and collaboration services.
Security & Compliance:
- Support network security operations, access management, remote connectivity services, and vulnerability remediation efforts.
- Assist with security investigations, incident response activities, and compliance initiatives.
- Apply security best practices and institutional policies to all network administration activities.
Incident Response & Customer Support:
- Provide Tier I and Tier II support for network, voice, and connectivity-related incidents and service requests.
- Resolve issues within established service expectations and document troubleshooting activities and resolutions.
- Participate in outage response, maintenance activities, and after-hours support as assigned.
Documentation, Projects & Continuous Improvement:
- Maintain network diagrams, inventories, configuration records, and operational procedures.
- Support infrastructure projects through implementation, testing, documentation, and deployment activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve network performance, operational efficiency, and service delivery.
- Participate in professional development to expand technical expertise and increase responsibility.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Networking, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and relevant experience.
- Up to two (2) years of experience supporting network infrastructure, telecommunications, or information technology services.
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, switching, routing, wireless networking, DNS, and DHCP.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, connectivity, and communication service issues.
- Experience working with network administration tools, management platforms, or enterprise technology environments.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently within established procedures.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel between campus locations.
- Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and perform work in technology, telecommunications, and infrastructure environments.
- Ability to participate in on-call rotations and occasional after-hours maintenance activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Industry certifications such as CCNA, Network+, Security+, or equivalent.
- Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, wireless networking, telecommunications, or cloud-based collaboration platforms.
- Experience with Cisco, Meraki, Zoom, Zoom Phone, or comparable technologies.
- Experience in higher education, healthcare, or other complex multi-site environments.
- Experience with network monitoring, automation, scripting, or infrastructure management tools.
- Experience supporting structured cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, or conference room technologies.
- Familiarity with cloud networking, identity management, and information technology service management practices.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Posting Number
2022PS0987P
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Network Administrator
Position Type
Professional Staff
Employment Status
Full Time
Months
12
Campus
Both ME Campuses
Description
The Network Administrator supports the operation, maintenance, and security of the university's wired and wireless network infrastructure, enterprise voice services, and collaboration platforms. This position monitors network performance, administers network and voice technologies, resolves connectivity issues, supports infrastructure projects, and collaborates with campus stakeholders to ensure reliable, secure, and effective technology services across all university locations.
About The University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
- Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
- Up to 8% retirement plan match.
- Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
Educational benefits:
- UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
- UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
- 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.
For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
Responsibilities
Network Operations & Administration:
- Monitor, maintain, and support wired, wireless, and voice network infrastructure to ensure availability, performance, and reliability.
- Perform network configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and device lifecycle activities in accordance with established standards.
- Maintain network hardware inventories, documentation, and operational records.
- Collect and analyze performance and utilization data to support capacity planning and operational improvements.
Network Infrastructure & Connectivity:
- Support installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of network equipment, wireless services, and network-connected devices.
- Diagnose and resolve connectivity, performance, and service issues; escalate complex problems as appropriate.
- Assist with network expansion, refresh, and modernization projects.
- Support physical network infrastructure, including cabling, telecommunications spaces, and equipment deployment.
Voice & Collaboration Services:
- Administer enterprise voice and collaboration platforms, including user provisioning, licensing, device management, and service configuration.
- Support telephony, conferencing, and collaboration technologies to ensure reliable communication services.
- Troubleshoot call quality, conferencing, and endpoint issues and coordinate vendor support when necessary.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to voice and collaboration services.
Security & Compliance:
- Support network security operations, access management, remote connectivity services, and vulnerability remediation efforts.
- Assist with security investigations, incident response activities, and compliance initiatives.
- Apply security best practices and institutional policies to all network administration activities.
Incident Response & Customer Support:
- Provide Tier I and Tier II support for network, voice, and connectivity-related incidents and service requests.
- Resolve issues within established service expectations and document troubleshooting activities and resolutions.
- Participate in outage response, maintenance activities, and after-hours support as assigned.
Documentation, Projects & Continuous Improvement:
- Maintain network diagrams, inventories, configuration records, and operational procedures.
- Support infrastructure projects through implementation, testing, documentation, and deployment activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve network performance, operational efficiency, and service delivery.
- Participate in professional development to expand technical expertise and increase responsibility.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Networking, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and relevant experience.
- Up to two (2) years of experience supporting network infrastructure, telecommunications, or information technology services.
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, switching, routing, wireless networking, DNS, and DHCP.
- Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, connectivity, and communication service issues.
- Experience working with network administration tools, management platforms, or enterprise technology environments.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and maintain accurate records.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently within established procedures.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel between campus locations.
- Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and perform work in technology, telecommunications, and infrastructure environments.
- Ability to participate in on-call rotations and occasional after-hours maintenance activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Industry certifications such as CCNA, Network+, Security+, or equivalent.
- Experience supporting enterprise network infrastructure, wireless networking, telecommunications, or cloud-based collaboration platforms.
- Experience with Cisco, Meraki, Zoom, Zoom Phone, or comparable technologies.
- Experience in higher education, healthcare, or other complex multi-site environments.
- Experience with network monitoring, automation, scripting, or infrastructure management tools.
- Experience supporting structured cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, or conference room technologies.
- Familiarity with cloud networking, identity management, and information technology service management practices.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Posting Number
2022PS0987P
Close Date
Open Until Filled
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Network Administrator
Document your certifications before applying
PERM requires your employer to show your qualifications match the posted job requirements exactly. Compile current certifications like CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or Microsoft credentials before you start interviewing so sponsors can build the labor certification around documented credentials.
Target managed services and healthcare IT employers
Managed service providers and hospital networks maintain large, distributed infrastructure and sponsor Network Administrators regularly through EB-3. These sectors file PERM applications more frequently than small businesses, which rarely absorb the legal costs of permanent sponsorship.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by Network Administrator roles and confirmed green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have already run PERM processes for this title, cutting out the guesswork of cold-approaching companies that may be unfamiliar with employment-based sponsorship.
Verify employer E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Most employers who sponsor green cards are E-Verify enrolled, which signals familiarity with federal hiring compliance. If a prospective sponsor isn't enrolled, their HR team may lack the infrastructure to manage a multi-year PERM and I-140 process without significant friction.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 path during salary negotiations
If you hold a four-year degree and meet the DOL prevailing wage for Level II or higher, ask whether the employer will file under EB-2 or EB-3. EB-2 processing can be faster for nationals of countries without severe backlog, which affects your timeline to permanent residency.
Check prevailing wages using OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for Network Administrator in your work location or USCIS can deny the I-140. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 15-1244 before salary discussions so you understand the minimum the employer must offer to file successfully.
Green Card Network Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Administrator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Network Administrator positions typically qualify under EB-3 when the employer requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. EB-2 applies if the employer documents that the role requires an advanced degree or you have a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience that justifies the advanced-degree equivalency. Your employer's attorney determines which category fits the specific job requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Network Administrators?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery cap and a typical six-year limit. Employment-based green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery and no expiration on your authorization once approved. The tradeoff is time: PERM and I-140 adjudication can take one to three years before you even reach the visa queue, though nationals of most countries outside India and China face no meaningful backlog at the EB-3 level.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for a Network Administrator position?
Your employer must advertise the Network Administrator position through DOL-mandated recruitment steps, including job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notices, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. The job description in the PERM application must match the role you'll actually perform, and your credentials must satisfy the stated requirements. DOL audits are common for IT roles, so documentation quality matters significantly.
How can I find Network Administrator jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Network Administrator roles posted by employers with a documented green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have filed PERM applications for this title before is more efficient than applying broadly and asking HR departments to explain a process they may have never run. Employers already familiar with PERM move faster and make fewer errors that cause delays.
Can I switch Network Administrator jobs after my PERM is filed without losing my place in the process?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current or within 180 days of becoming current, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change employers and preserve your priority date as long as the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. Network Administrator to senior network engineer or systems administrator roles typically qualify. Changing jobs before I-140 approval restarts the PERM process entirely.