Local Area Network Administrator Series, 53609

UCS-23 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT STATE OF NEW YORK UNIFIED COURT SYSTEM PLEASE POST ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 53609 THE APPELLATE DIVISION OF THE SUPREME COURT, THIRD JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT, IS CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR A LAN ADMINISTRATOR IN THE COURT'S TECHNICAL SERVICES UNIT. THE POSITION WILL BE FILLED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TITLES AND WILL BE DEPENDENT ON THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE APPLICANTS SELECTED. POSITION TITLE

SENIOR

LAN ADMINISTRATOR JG

23

BASE SALARY:

$84,659

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification in Network Administration within eighteen (18) months of appointment; and One year of service in the Local Area Network Administrator title, or Bachelor's degree in computer science or related information technology field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of local area network operations experience, or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

Senior Local Area Network Administrators are assigned to administrative offices throughout the Unified Court System where, under supervision of administrative office personnel or local area network administrators, they are responsible for monitoring complex PC networks in order to ensure that the networks are available to all users. Senior Local Area Network Administrators install operating and application software and hardware in accordance with Department of Information Technology standards, policies, and procedures. Senior Local Area Administrators coordinate the responsibilities of local area network administrators, resolve problems with the implementation, operation, and maintenance of communication media, computer equipment, and network design, and perform other related duties.

POSITION TITLE

LAN

ADMINISTRATOR JG

21

BASE SALARY:

$76,112

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification in Network Administration within eighteen (18) months of appointment; and One year of service in the Assistant Local Area Network Administrator title; or Bachelor's degree in computer science or related information technology field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of local area network operations experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

Local Area Network Administrators are assigned to administrative offices throughout the Unified Court System, where, under supervision of administrative office personnel and local area network administrators, they are responsible for monitoring PC networks to ensure availability to all users. Local Area Network Administrators configure networks, install operating systems, applications software, and hardware in accordance with Department of Information Technology standards, policies, and procedures. They resolve problems with the implementation, operation, and maintenance of communication media, computer equipment, and network design, and perform other related duties.

POSITION TITLE

ASSISTANT

LAN ADMINISTRATOR JG

18

BASE SALARY:

$64,971

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related information technology field from an accredited college or university; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

Assistant Local Area Network Administrators are assigned to administrative offices throughout the Unified Court System, where, under supervision of administrative office personnel and local area network administrators, they assist in the responsibility for monitoring PC networks to ensure availability to all users. They assist local area network administrators to install operating systems, applications software, and hardware in accordance with Department of Information Technology standards, policies, and procedures. They assist in the resolution of problems with the implementation, operation, and maintenance of communication media, computer equipment, and network design, and perform other related duties.

ASSIGNMENT

This position requires a highly organized, self motivated individual with strong attention to detail as well as excellent oral and written communication skills. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, providing multi level technical support for hardware, software, mobile devices, printers, telecommunications equipment, user accounts, and network connectivity, installing, configuring, and maintaining desktops, laptops, peripherals, operating systems, court software, and network infrastructure such as switches, routers, wireless access points, servers, storage, and security devices. The role supports a wide range of internal and public facing applications including e filing systems, public access/search tools, web portals, case management systems, communication platforms, and other web based resources. Additional duties include providing courtroom and user audio/visual support, such as setup, troubleshooting, video conferencing, streaming, recording, and video production, along with the webcasting of Court proceedings. The position also participates in department wide technology initiatives; performs user administration, security configuration, documentation, and reporting; evaluates technology needs, recommends improvements and contributes to policy development. This role further involves maintaining accurate district wide inventory, asset tracking, as well as offering guidance to junior staff. The position requires travel; therefore, a valid New York State driver's license is necessary. Acceptable certifications include MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) or any Microsoft Administrator certification Administrator - Learn | Microsoft Docs or an equivalent credential.

LOCATION

APPELLATE DIVISION, THIRD DEPARTMENT TECHNICAL SERVICES UNIT ALBANY, NY CLASSIFICATION

NON-COMPETITIVE

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 1 . Special arrangements for people with disabilities may be made by contacting this office at 518-471-4730 prior to the interview.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS- 5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf), and a cover letter, resume and references by email to AD3-Employment@nycourts.

gov or mail to:

Robert D. Mayberger Clerk of the Court Appellate Division, Third Department P. O. Box 7288, Capitol Station Albany, New York 12224 APPLICANTS

ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM. POSTING DATE

May 6, 2026 APPLICATIONS

MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY

June 3, 2026 The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.