Senior Network Engineer

Senior Network Engineer

This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled. About the Department: Information Technology Department (ITD) is divided into several teams, comprised of highly-skilled and well-trained staff members who are dedicated to delivering excellence to every customer. The department covers the whole information technology spectrum, including: Applications Software Development, Communications, Customer Advocacy, Departmental Support, Financial, Network Management, Operations, Project Management, Server Management, Technical Support, and Telephones. The department is responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of all County enterprise information systems and the direct technical support of multiple organizations These organizations include: the Board of Supervisors, County Administrative Office, Emergency Services, Airports, Parks, Central Services, and Veteran's Services. As a critical member of the County's Governance processes, Information Technology chairs or actively participates on a number of committees and communities-of-interest.

About the Position: Senior Network Engineer classification is not a part of the Network Engineer career series but is the advanced working and technical lead level network engineer. Incumbents work under general direction and regularly provide technical direction to several network administrators; architects complex, multiple-platform local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs); defines network strategy development and deployment options; researches, analyzes, identifies and defines technology trends/products/concepts; outlines and defines required process changes due to changing requirements and technology; mentors other network engineers; and does other related work as required. To view the complete job description, please click here

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.

The Ideal Candidate

Minimum Qualifications: A combination of education, training, and experience which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualification education and experience includes: Either A: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. (Job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis). In addition, four years of experience involving the analysis, installation, programming, application and/or troubleshooting of networking systems and related equipment. (A post-graduate degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.) OR B: An associates degree or 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university or completion from a job-related, accredited vocational institution. In addition, six years of experience involving the analysis, installation, programming, application and/or troubleshooting of networking systems and related equipment. Licenses and Certificates

Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

How to Apply

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io . Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at

Benefits

Make a Difference Employees of the County of San Luis Obispo are public servants who impact the lives of our community every day. From supporting efforts to reduce homelessness, keeping our drinking water clean, or serving the families in need in the community, County employees make a difference. Compensation and Benefits Your annual salary is supplemented by a generous benefit package. In general, temporary employees are not eligible for County-sponsored benefits and may have limited benefit options available to them. For more information on benefit eligibility, please e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io. For additional information regarding the benefits listed that may be available to you, visit the associated Benefits-At-A-Glance webpage (click here for link). Some benefits include:

• Medical (PPO, EPO, HDHP), Dental (HMO, PPO) and Vision Insurance
• Health enhancing programs such as Hinge Health, GIThrive and Carrum Health for medical enrollees.
• Cafeteria (County contribution to pay for insurance premiums)
• Free visits to the employee health clinic
• Mental Health resources/benefits including Headspace
• Voluntary insurance plans (life insurance, disability, critical illness and many more)
• A lifelong retirement benefit through the San Luis Obispo County Pension Trust
• Optional deferred compensation plan with up to $500 per year match (depending on bargaining unit)
• Tax savings accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Paid personal, sick and vacation days
• 12 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education and Wellness Allowance
• Post Employment Health Plan
• Family Friendly workplace policies
• Flexible work schedule options
• Rideshare commuter benefits
• Pet Insurance

The County of San Luis Obispo has been recognized as a Diamond Level Family Friendly Workplace by San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce. We support our employees through: childcare assistance, flexible scheduling practices, paid and unpaid leave, comprehensive health benefits, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs. Pension Benefit and Employee Contribution Rates: The County's pension is a defined benefit plan that provides a guaranteed monthly pension payment for life based on your time in service, wages, and other factors. The County is the primary contributor to the pension fund, but the health of the pension fund also depends on mandatory employee contributions. Employees are required to pay a percentage of their base pay towards the pension fund, ranging from 5% to 19%. This amount is deducted from your paycheck pre-tax every pay period. To find out how much will be deducted from your paycheck should you be hired for this position, please contact Pension Trust at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Healthcare Benefits and Cafeteria Contributions: The County offers comprehensive medical coverage to you and your family, along with two dental plan options and vision coverage. All permanent employees receive a monthly employer contribution (or 'cafeteria' contribution) to help them pay for their portion of the medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums. The amount of the cafeteria contribution varies by Bargaining Unit (BU) and the extent to which employees enroll their dependents. If the cafeteria amount is greater than your selected premiums, the remainder of the cafeteria is paid out to you in your paycheck as taxable income. If the cafeteria amount is less than your monthly premiums, you pay the remainder of the premiums with pre-tax wages. To estimate your out-of-pocket costs (or cashback from extra cafeteria), visit the Cafeteria Rates webpage (click here for link). Learning and Development The County prioritizes your learning, personal and professional development, and career growth. Employees have access to over 1500 on-demand courses, instructor led courses, and job-specific trainings. Employees can take courses to upskill to make themselves more competitive for promotional opportunities and further their career growth. Examples of courses include: Emotional Intelligence, Supervisor/Manager academies, Microsoft Suite courses, Defensive Driving, Financial management, Retirement preparedness, Teambuilding, Written Communication, Conflict Management, Clifton StrengthsFinder and DISC, Job specific conferences/trainings Student Loan Forgiveness Did you know that if you are employed by a government agency you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program County employees also have access to GotZoom, a program that offers tools and support to navigate your federal student loans. Homebuyer assistance program Employees have access to the "Assist-to-Own" program sponsored by Golden State Finance Authority (click here for link to more information) to get a loan for the down payment.