Network Engineer

Network Administrator

Responsible for the planning, designing, implementation, analysis, equipment and performance specifications for the District's wide network and network infrastructure integrated-service areas, to include wireless and Voice over IP (VoIP) communications. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.

Essential Functions

Provide supervision, expertise, and guidance to network, wireless, and VoIP communications areas which maintain and monitor the District wide network and network infrastructure on a daily basis. Perform network security protocols, maintenance, and troubleshoot network to ensure stability and availability for District employees. Monitor, analyze, and identify network strengths, weaknesses, and potential benefits for the District. Anticipate and make improvement recommendations for network usage patterns relating to future increases in general usage and number of users. Monitor the networks' complex operating parameters and set goals for service availability, response time, traffic routing, and overall network efficiency and make appropriate updates. Report health statistics of the Cisco Call Manager, Unified Messaging, wireless, and Local Area Network/Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN). Review performance analysis reports to guarantee compliance with network specifications for software and hardware. Develop performance and configuration specifications for network equipment and develop Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Statement of Works (SOWs) relating to network infrastructure, wireless and VoIP communications, or network services. Responsible for the integration of existing departmental or multi-departmental local area networks. Confirm existing LANs meet current standards and are smoothly integrated into the network's directory services and management and monitoring systems. Manage a plan of action for the networks infrastructure's growth to include proposals, review, implementation, testing, and validation to guarantee network changes and updates produce the desired results. Certify network documentation is accurately maintained such as topology diagrams, circuit or equipment, inventories, and configuration reports. Responsible for the installation, upgrade, and initial configuration of high-capacity routers and Ethernet switches. Responsible for personnel management activities of assigned staff including recommendation for employment, supervision, performance evaluation, professional development, training, and compliance with policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application. 2. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA), or obtain Cisco certification within six (6) months of hire. 3. Effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills. 4. Experience performing basic and complex network, wireless and VoIP troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on high-capacity routers and Ethernet switches. 5. Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of Information Technology, networks, Internet technologies, server and systems administration, data protection, and disaster recovery strategies. 6. Experience in packet capturing and interpretation. 7. Experience in Network Design and comprehensive knowledge of IP routing and T1/PRI/ISDN circuits. 8. Experience generating and reviewing performance analysis reports and generating proposals. 9. Must be available to remain on-call and work after hours with the ability to respond to correct systems problems and meet system installation and maintenance intervals. 10. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 11. Experience with fiber optic network, wireless equipment, and Cisco Call Manager.

Special Conditions:

1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures. 2. Operating a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position; all final position candidates will be required to undergo a motor vehicle records check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures. Thereafter, motor vehicle records checks will be conducted annually. 3. Job will require irregular or extended work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. 4. Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable. 5. Must be able to travel to different locations throughout the District.

Other Requirements

Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline. COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted. If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.

A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline. Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation). Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework. Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.

Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of the transportation cost for travel performed within the United States. The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights lodging.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed. The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

Full-Time Staff Positions: The College offers a highly competitive compensation program, a benefits package including retirement, health/life/dental insurance, staff scholarship, tuition reimbursement, vacation, and sick leave accrual plan. Full-Time Faculty Positions: The College offers a highly competitive compensation program, a benefits package including retirement, health/life/dental insurance, staff scholarship, tuition reimbursement, and sick leave accrual plan.