Posted: Tuesday, February 7, 2017 Deadline: Until Position is Filled

Job Summary
Assist with managing the networks and support all IT equipment used while following proper procedures and security techniques and provide help desk support for staff

Essential Functions
• Assist in managing day-to-day operations and maintenance in data and VoIP networking technology, including LAN/WAN hardware, switches, phones, wireless devices and routers.
• Assist in managing, installing and configuring servers, desktop and laptop PCs, Macs and peripherals such as printers and mobile devices.
• Resolve difficult and complex problems relating to hardware, software and network problems.
• Remove old equipment and perform data migration to new machines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve LAN/WAN performance, connectivity and related network problems.
• Maintain database backup and recovery infrastructure.
• Follow IT procedures, maintain software library and computer hardware inventory.
• Evaluate new technologies to determine if applicable to current business needs and compatible with current business applications and hardware.
• During peak activity times, work extra daily hours and periods with no days off.

Additional Responsibilities
• Assist with tasks as assigned by either the immediate supervisor or General Manager.

Qualifications
• Associate’s degree in a related field and at least four years of experience in the field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiar with a variety of IT concepts as well as extensive experience with desktop hardware, software applications, and network connectivity.
• Knowledge and experience with Mac, Windows and/or Unix type operating systems.
• Experience with data and voice networking.
• Strong technical understanding in systems and network security is preferred.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Confidentiality.
• Valid driver’s license.

Each applicant must submit a cover letter and resume. Inquiries should be directed to the employment department MN State Fair, 1265 Snelling Avenue N, St. Paul, MN 55108 (651) 288-4400. When the position is filled, we will only respond to applicants that are interviewed for the position.