Director, Infrastructure and Network Engineering

OverviewMontgomery College, Central Services Campus, has an immediate need for a full-time Director, Infrastructure and Network Engineering in the Office of Information Technology. The work schedule is 5 days / 40 hours per week. This is a Non-Bargaining, Exempt, Grade 39 position. The college promotes fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. This position is eligible for telework up to 1 day per week after six months of employment, subject to unit needs.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the VP/CIO, peers, and team to develop a vision and direction for long-range planning of the enterprise systems.Lead and direct the overall architecture, design, deployment, utilization, and enhancement of the enterprise architecture, data centers, network operating center, data and voice networks, application infrastructure, facilities infrastructure planning, and facilities access and security systems.Lead multiple, complex projects to achieve results within required deadlines, functionality, performance, quality, and budget.Manage, mentor, coach and develop managers and staff.Lead the development and evolution of the College's data center, telecommunications, directory services, storage, server, and practice methodologies to design, extend, and maintain a reliable and robust computing environment.Oversee the improvement of service performance, scalability, and reliability by optimizing IT infrastructure, tools, support practices, and integration protocols.Stay current with industry and market trends to evaluate their potential impact on the College's strategic priorities and enterprise technology architecture.Oversee and facilitate the research, evaluation, and selection of hardware and software technology and product standards, and design of standard configurations.Ensure understanding and compliance with relevant collective bargaining agreements and lead, manage, and supervise employees in accordance with those agreements; participate in labor relations activities as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor's degree.Seven years of IT design and implementation experience with knowledge in infrastructure and network design, middleware, clustering technologies, servers and storage, cloud technologies, and Active Directory and protocols.Five years of experience supervising or leading professional staff.The equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise may be considered.Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.CompensationHiring Range: $131,751–$181,143 annually. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $230,535 annually.Application ProcessApply online by submitting a cover letter and resume.Important NotesFor consideration, you must submit a cover letter and include dates of employment in your application or attachments.Incomplete applications will not be considered.For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency must be included in your application, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service.As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire: successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable); participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position).Benefits and EEOOur benefits package includes generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, and wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools, and classes.Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. The college is tobacco-free and smoke-free.Closing Date: Open Until Filled.J-18808-Ljbffr