Being a Network Administrator at summer tech camp means representing Emagination and our mission to educate, entertain and help develop healthy kids.

General:

• Commit -- Live on campus with campers for the entire summer (7-9 weeks, depending on location)
• Teach -- Technology in the classroom and life-skills outside of the classroom. Curriculum & training provided.
• Mentor -- Build confidence, knowledge, responsibility and social adeptness in kids and teens.
• Play -- Dress up, lead games, sing songs, and help make Emagination the destination for “Kids Like Me!”
• Collaborate -- Work together and support your team by going above and beyond

Prior to Arrival at Camp:

• Skype with Corporate Technology Officer (CTO) to discuss the process of the campus network setup including: LAN/VLAN network configuration with the host campus, setup up of administrative workstations and camp servers, setup of the VPN to the Emagination corporate server, and network access and security

Pre-Camp Set Up:

• Setup of the Camp Office including Administrator Workstations, Camp Server and corporate communication
• Setup of computer labs based on supplied schematic
• Receive, track, setup and return all rental computers, equipment and accessories
• Install network appliances and printers on the LAN according to schedule, ensuring that cables and stations are labeled and documented for future reference
• Configure, maintain and manage network security features
• Participate in training with the CTO on use of our proprietary database and other programs used at Emagination

During Camp Sessions:

• Coordinate and/or oversee activities related to camp data networks
• Setup and administer Local Minecraft Servers each session
• Coordinate Emagination's 3D Print Services including print server and printer and oversee the print schedule for the 3D Printing workshop
• Ensure daily backups of all systems and safe management of media in accordance with disaster recovery plan
• Perform daily inventory checks to ensure that all equipment is present and functional
• Perform file maintenance on user files located on the server
• Daily backup and archive of camper work
• Configure, monitor, and maintain anti-virus programs
• Notify CTO and Camp Director when equipment needs to be repaired, keep records of such activities
• Note and track any equipment that is added, returned or replaced
• Perform diagnostics and maintenance on network or workstations as needed
• Track and distribute workshop inventory each session
• Set-up a per session LAN party
• Teach up to 3 technology workshops per session, depending on camp location and network size
• Lead recreation, outdoor games, camper groups and other program activities

Camp Breakdown:

• Back up camper work and give hard drive to Camp Director
• Organize and oversee the break-down of the network
• Track the pick-up of rental computers and ensure that all equipment is returned and any damages or lost items are listed in detail and reported to CTO
• Inventory non-rental network equipment, tools and workshop supplies and pack for shipment

Network Administrators set up and maintain mission critical networks, but are also fun and engaging leaders who meet the following requirements:

• Network Administrators must have experience in information technology, network administration or a related field
• Knowledge of a client/server environment with emphasis in Microsoft operating systems (Win 10, Windows Server), Ubuntu & Mac OSX.
• Competency to set up, maintain and administer a small to medium scale computer network (65-125 clients) including set up of server, router, switch and cabling (knowledge and proficiency in cable construction and testing of UTP/RJ45 is a plus).
• Knowledge of configuring a firewall with selective user policies, DNS server, DHCP server and VPN using PPTP/IPSEC
• Knowledge of VLAN technology and architecture
• Knowledge of drive imaging software
• Prior experience working with children, preferably in a summer camp environment
• Desire to lead games, songs, classes, and other activities with groups of children
• Ability to teach one or more of our technology based workshops

• Training - High quality orientation includes teaching preparation, teamwork, child behavior and time management
• Adventure – Explore Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, New York, Philadelphia
• Community - Make life-long connections with others who share your interests
• Internship/Co-Op Potential - Depending on your school’s requirements, any position can be an internship/co-op
• Build Your Resume - Gain valuable skills that transfer to any industry

Since 1982, kids ages 8 - 17 have been coming to Emagination for a summer camp experience like no other. With our core Computer Camp program offering 26 tech workshops, plus two specialty programs for teens – one in game design and one in programming with C# -- we offer a great opportunity for kids and teens to learn, develop and have fun. Our day and overnight camp programs balance technology learning with outdoor and social activities that give campers a chance to develop 21st century life-skills in a community with others that share their passions.