Director - Networking

Collin College; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 106,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Collin College is seeking an experienced IT networking leader to oversee the delivery and reliability of the campus data network. You will provide technical direction and leadership for enterprise network architecture, standards, and governance, ensuring stability and performance for mission-critical services.

You will manage a team of engineers and technicians, drive KPI-driven improvements, and coordinate with contractors on project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology and 7 years in IT, with at least 3 years in a formal leadership role.
• Equivalency language: an Associate degree with additional related experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Lead network engineering, Cisco network operations, and telecommunications staff.
• Set priorities and allocate resources to balance operations with strategic initiatives.
• Develop KPIs and service metrics aligned with institutional priorities.
• Oversee data center operations, LAN/WAN architecture, and network security design.
• Manage vendor relationships for maintenance, upgrades, and new deployments.

Skills

Leadership

ITSM

Communication

Network engineering

Project management

Vendor management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Cisco network equipment

Job description

Primary Location: 2200 W. University Drive, McKinney, Texas, 75071

Job Summary

Ensure quality and responsive services through management and delivery of ongoing preventative maintenance, assessment, and proactive monitoring of the Collin College data network. Will provide technical guidance and support with the direction and leadership of the Technical Services leadership. Responsible for a mission critical service requiring stability, reliability, and performance optimization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide leadership, oversight, coaching, mentoring, and performance management for network engineering, Cisco network operations, and telecommunications staff. Establish work priorities and allocate departmental resources to balance operational support and strategic initiatives. Ensure adherence to best practices and proven methodologies to promote continuous information operations and the integration of new value-added technical services and technology. Provide technical leadership for enterprise network architecture, standards, and infrastructure governance. Maintenance and support of data center operations, LAN/WAN architecture, network hardware, telecommunications hardware and distributed antennas systems (DAS) for in-house cellular services. Provide network design, security analysis/design and implementation, definition and coordination of standards, project management, and technology research. Develop departmental goals, objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and service metrics aligned with institutional priorities. Manage staff to maintain up-to-date system and network documentation and inventories. Work with general contractors and project managers to ensure system(s) implementation, enhancement, and maintenance tasks proceed according to construction project timelines. Manage system documentation and procedures for identified systems. Monitor and assess system(s) and solution(s) effectiveness over time. Assist in the performance of business requirement analyses with functional user groups and map these requirements to appropriate existing and/or new software solutions for implementation. Oversee vendor relationships as it relates to maintenance, enhancements, and implementation of upgraded or new LAN/WAN, and telecommunications systems.

Supplemental Functions

Perform other duties as assigned. Perform all duties to maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures, and Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and experience with network, infrastructure, telecommunications technologies and protocols. Strong knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles, change management, incident management, problem management, and service delivery best practices. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

State & Federal Regulatory Knowledge

Familiarity with higher ed data mandates including FERPA, HIPAA, CJIS, and Texas State DIR security frameworks.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, plus climbing and balancing. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Occasional physical effort required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and (7) seven years in Information Technology, with at least (3) three years in a formal leadership role. Equivalency Language Associate degree an additional (2) years of directly related experience may be substituted for the required education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Possess one of more of the following certifications: ITIL Foundations Cisco CCNA Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and a continuous DPS agency review.

Job Description Language

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment Type & Location

Employment Type: Full time. This position is based at the McKinney campus and requires regular on-site attendance. This is not a remote position. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Compensation

Compensation Type: Salary. Hiring Minimum $106,480.00. Hiring Maximum $129,853.00. Compensation is determined based on experience.

Application Deadline

Application submission deadline is 12am of the date listed. 09/16/2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Accolades

Independent surveys of Collin College’s employees show it is an amazing place to work. Collin College has been named one of the “Great Colleges to Work For” by the Great Colleges Program. Collin College has also been recognized as one of the DFW Metroplex’s “Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.”

Culture

Should you choose to start your journey with us, you will find yourself immersed in a culture of innovation and growth. Initiatives tied to the college’s master and strategic plans challenge our employees to grow professionally while still feeling supported with training and collaboration.

Benefits

We invite you to explore our competitive benefits today. Collin College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.