Appalachian Research and Defense Fund of KY, Inc (Appalred), a non-profit law firm that provides free high quality legal assistance in civil matters to help eligible low-income individuals seeks a Network Administrator to work in its Prestonsburg office. This is a new position

The Network Administrator is responsible for day-to-day Information Technology related duties.  She or he is required to conduct her/himself in a competent, professional, and courteous manner, and must demonstrate excellent administrative, and organizational skills.

The Network Administrator reports to the Executive Director and provides user support for 10 offices and more than 60 staff and volunteers.  The Network Administrator has responsibility in the area of information technology and for IT system administration and security; coordination of resources, and staff training (IT and users, as needed)

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or comparable experience.

• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, Cisco Certified Network Administrator, and A+ certification or equivalent experience;

• 3+ years of experience with IT support in Windows and  network environment;

• 2+ years experience in Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP  or similar technologies

• Proven ability to structure develop, execute, and evolve a strategic systems plan.

• Capacity for problem analysis and resolution at both strategic and functional levels.

• Programming and database administration experience  e.g. SQL Server or MYSQL.

• Skilled at organizing and managing multiple priorities and projects.

• Excellent written and oral presentation skills; ability to persuade and to make technical issues understandable to a "lay" audience.

• Experience working well with a team and diverse personalities in high demand environment. along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team;

• Demonstrate ability to assist with the security of networks and data and to assist with the backup and recovery of electronic files.

• Ability to interact and communicate with employees at all levels of the organization, and the ability to problem solve in a time-intensive, legal services environment in a professional manner, both in person and over the telephone.

• Ability to cooperatively work with others  throughout Appalred to address technology issues.

• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.

• Be able to occasionally work non-normal day and evening schedules, on weekends and travel overnight.

• Experience with multi-offices in a broad geographic area is preferred.

• Experience in a legal office environment is preferred.

• Experience in a not-for-profit entity is preferred.

Application deadline April 1, 2008.  Equal access to AppalRedD offices is available.  Those applicants requiring accommodation for the interview/application process should contact the Recruitment Coordinator. Lorie Foley at the address listed above.

Appalred Legal Aid is an equal opportunity employer.