Infrastructure & Operations Engineer

Salary : $84,073.60 - $126,089.60 Annually
Location : 21 South State Street, Westerville OH 43081, OH
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 01301
Department: INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Division: CITY WIDE NETWORK
Opening Date: 06/17/2026


Description


Westerville is a vibrant city of more than 40,000 residents and a leader in job creation in the region. The community boasts 41 parks and a recently expanded, state-of-the-art, indoor recreation facility. Westerville is also home to a historic Uptown, which has recently secured an APA Ohio Great Place in Ohio award. If this sounds like a community you want to be a part of, apply now!

NATURE OF WORK:
Under the direction of the Infrastructure and Operations Manager, the Infrastructure and Operations Engineer is responsible for assisting City employees with various infrastructure issues, overseeing the fiber optic network, and resolving end-user issues through the helpdesk ticketing system.

SUPERVISION


This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK


For purposes of 42 U.S.C. 12101
1. Provide expert technical assistance to department colleagues on complex projects, troubleshooting critical systems and implementing solutions that enhance departmental efficiency.

2. Manage and ensure adherence to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security policies and regulations for all relevant city systems and data, including implementing and auditing security controls to maintain compliance.

3. Oversee the city's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, ensuring their operational integrity, security, and maintenance for critical municipal infrastructure and services.

4. Manage the physical infrastructure of critical city facilities, including data centers and operational hubs, ensuring the reliability and availability of essential support systems such as power, cooling, and physical security.

5. Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive compliance programs to meet various regulatory requirements and industry standards applicable to municipal operations and information systems, including conducting regular audits and risk assessments.

6. Oversee the City of Westerville's fiber optic network, including maintenance, hardware upgrades, implementation of new equipment, and network expansion to additional municipal locations.

7. Maintain and optimize the city's virtual infrastructure, including on-premises virtual machines, cloud-based servers, and off-site systems ensuring maximum uptime and performance.

8. Resolve end-user technical issues through the helpdesk ticketing system, providing timely solutions for hardware and software problems while helping manage the ticketing platform itself.

9. Perform scheduled off-hours maintenance and emergency response for the city's network and server infrastructure to minimize disruption to municipal operations and ensure continuous service availability.

10. Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive backup strategies and disaster recovery protocols to safeguard critical municipal data and systems.

11. Deploy and configure various hardware components and technical equipment across multiple city facilities and locations.

12. Educate and train City staff on technical systems, providing instruction on proper use of municipal technology resources and developing their technical competencies.

13. Administer the in-house mobile device management platform for city-issued Android and iOS devices, ensuring proper configuration, security, and functionality.

14. Maintain and monitor the municipal security camera infrastructure, ensuring proper functionality of surveillance systems across city properties.

15. Meet all job safety requirements and all applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions; must demonstrate regular and predictable attendance; maintain required licenses and/or certifications.

16. Perform other duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive: Calculator, computer, computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other applicable computer software programs), mobile phone, copier, scanner, telephone, postage machine, and other standard modern business office equipment, motor vehicle, and hand tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Has exposure to chemical compounds found in an office environment (e.g., toner, correction fluid, etc.); works in the vicinity of floor or wall openings, elevated platforms, and/or runways; ascends and/or descends ladders, stairs, or scaffolds; works in a confined space; works on and around powered platforms and/or vehicle mounted platforms; is exposed to environmental conditions which may result in injury from fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and/or poorly ventilated work areas; is exposed to possible injury due to unclean or unsanitary conditions; is exposed to possible injury as a result of electrical shock; is exposed to possible injury as a result of falling from high places; works in or around crowds; has exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions; has exposure to hazardous driving conditions; works second or third shift; this is considered heavy work and the employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the physical demands required of the position in accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor's physical demands strength ratings. In cases of emergency, unpredictable situations, and/or department needs, may be required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry objects heavier than D.O.L. strength ratings recommend.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK


An example of acceptable qualifications:
- Possession of a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.

- Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience required.

- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Ohio driver's license and must remain insurable under the City's
vehicle insurance policy.

- Any combination of education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the minimum qualifications stated
above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (*Indicates developed after employment)
KNOWLEDGE OF: computer science; computer programming; data processing techniques and procedures; city goals and objectives*; database management; city policies and procedures*.

SKILL IN: use of modern office equipment and software; computer operation; critical thinking; judgment and decision making.

ABILITY TO: deal with many variables and determine specific action; prepare routine correspondence; prepare accurate documentation; communicate effectively; understand technical manuals and/or verbal instructions; demonstrate professionalism; develop and maintain effective working relationships; apply management principles to solve agency problems*.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Employees pay 15% of the monthly medical insurance premium through United Healthcare which includes prescription coverage. Employee, Employee plus child(ren), Employee plus spouse and family coverage is available. However, a spouse who has affordable health care coverage through their employer must elect that coverage as primary. The City health care plan is a high deductible healthcare plan.

HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
Annually, the City will deposit 85% of your health insurance deductible amount into an HSA account in your name.

VISION AND DENTAL
The City pays 100% of the premium for dental and vision. Coverage levels will be explained in further detail at time of hire.

LIFE INSURANCE
The City pays 100% of the premium on a $100,000 life insurance policy for employee and $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for child.

RETIREMENT PENSION
The City contributes 14% monthly toward retirement benefits offered through the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System. The employee pension payment share is 10% of gross salary.

VACATION
New employees accrue two weeks of paid vacation every year. Vacation time increases with length of service time.

PERSONAL LEAVE
Employees receive 6 prorated days of personal leave annually.
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Do you possess a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have 3-5 years of relevant experience?

• Yes
• No

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How did you learn about this position?

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• Other website not listed
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