Salary: $46,655.00 - $86,321.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 171325Agency: Department of Mental Health-Central OfficeOpening Date: 12/31/2024Closing Date: 2/2/2025 11:59 PM EasternClass Code:: AM72Position Number:: 60006470Normal Work Schedule:: OtherNormal Work Schedule (Other):: Normal work schedule will be 8:00 am -4:30 pm.Pay Band: Band 6Opening Date: 11/22/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesTHIS POSITION IS REPOSTED*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina. This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Central Office, 2414 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201.As the Network Administrator, working under general supervision, supports the agency data communication networks, equipment, and applications by managing all aspects of installation and maintenance of MPLS circuits, Ruckus, Cisco and Aruba routers, switches, and wireless. Supports systems used by ED and Community Telepsychiatry staff in the delivery of remote psychiatric consultation services.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Participates in LAN/WAN network configuration, equipment installations, and maintenance, to include routers, switches, VoIP, and wireless.
- Monitors and maintains network devices via Solarwinds, identify and correct network communication problems.
- Supports video conferencing systems for SCDMH ED and Community Telepsychiatry Programs.
- Provides reports on network usage and equipment and makes recommendations to management.
- Communicates information from Network Services to various levels of staff in SCDMH.
Minimum and Additional Requirements State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in information technology systems, computer science, or a related field and experience in information technology systems or a related area. Relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements: Afour (4) year degree in computer science or equivalent experience in data and video communications system and design or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Note:If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.Preferred Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional Comments The selected candidate must have knowledge data and video communications, MPLS networks, VLAN tagging, VoIP, Ruckus/Cisco/Aruba routers, switches and wireless. Understanding and knowledge of Solarwinds software. Firm understanding of TCP/IP protocols. Must be able to understand and determine needs of users and communicate those needs effectively. Must be able to work some nights/weekends; have the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds and travel as needed. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. 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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Six Weeks for mother per year/Two Weeks for partner per year)
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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.01 Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?
02 If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03 Do you have a four (4) year degree in computer science or equivalent experience in data and video communications system and design or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience?
04 Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?
05 How did you hear about our vacancy?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Simply Hired
- Indeed
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.
06 If you answered Current DMH Employee or Other for question above, please list name/source below: 07 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put negotiable or open ). Required Question