IS Communications Analyst 2 - Net Ops

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days & sick leave

Paid holidays

On-site presence

Job summary

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is seeking an IS Communications Analyst 2 - Net Ops to support the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the Metro's enterprise network and related applications. The role requires collaboration with ITS teams, vendors, and other Metro departments to ensure reliable network services.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with VLANs, IP addressing, DHCP, and Layer 1–3 troubleshooting, plus familiarity

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in design, installation and maintenance of communications systems and networks.
• Experience configuring, supporting, or troubleshooting Cisco or comparable enterprise networking equipment using CLI.
• Experience with network monitoring, diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools in an enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Supports network infrastructure, applications, and services to maintain reliable operation and performance.
• Performs moves, adds, changes, and deletes for network and telecommunications services.
• Troubleshoots network applications and services across Layers 1–3 of the OSI model.
• Gathers and analyzes information to identify problems and resolve incidents.

Skills

VLANs

IP addressing

DHCP

Layer 1–3 troubleshooting

Network monitoring

Cisco CLI

Enterprise networking

Tools

Cisco IOS

Job description

Position Description

The IS Communications Analyst 2- Net Ops is within the Information Technology Services (ITS) Department and is responsible for the operational support of network infrastructure and network support applications serving Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County departments and agencies.

The incumbent supports the operation, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of enterprise network equipment, applications, and services. The responsibilities include identifying and assisting with the resolution of network-related issues, administering network support applications, troubleshooting services across Layers 1–3 of the OSI model, and performing changes necessary to maintain reliable network services throughout the Metro environment.

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate established knowledge and proficiency in network technologies while continuing to develop technical expertise within the Communications Technology functional area. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with both technical and non-technical customers, ITS teams, vendors, and other Metro departments.

ITS operates as a 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week, 365-day-a-year technology services organization. The employee must be available to perform duties as required, which may include work outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, or holidays.

Typical Duties

• Supports network infrastructure, applications, and services associated with the Metro enterprise network environment to maintain reliable operation and performance.
• Performs administrative functions for network support applications, including DHCP and server-based network troubleshooting and monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoots network applications and services across Layers 1–3 of the OSI model.
• Performs moves, adds, changes, and deletes associated with network and telecommunications services.
• Gathers and analyzes information to identify problems, support incident resolution, and develop appropriate technical solutions.
• Assists in identifying and resolving complex network issues and engages additional technical resources or vendors when appropriate.
• Coordinates with other ITS functional areas, Metro departments, customers, and vendors to support network operational requirements and desired outcomes.
• Participates in network projects, maintenance activities, upgrades, and other initiatives as assigned.
• Prepares clear and concise technical documentation and communicates technical information appropriately to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintains awareness of established ITS standards, policies, procedures, and operational practices applicable to the network environment.
• Performs both office and field work. Field activities may include walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting objects up to 35 pounds. Assistance is expected when lifting objects weighing more than 35 pounds.
• Drives to various locations throughout Nashville and Davidson County to provide on-site network and telecommunications support.
• May be required to work outside normal business hours when necessary to support critical systems, network services, incidents, maintenance activities, or operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) Years of experience in the design, installation and maintenance of communications systems and networks.

• No Substitution*

Licenses Required

Valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience supporting enterprise network environments, including VLANs, IP addressing and subnetting, DHCP, and Layer 1–3 troubleshooting.
• Experience configuring, supporting, or troubleshooting Cisco or comparable enterprise networking equipment using command-line interfaces and established operational procedures.
• Experience with network monitoring, diagnostic, and troubleshooting tools in an enterprise environment.
• Experience supporting network changes, maintenance activities, upgrades, and incident resolution in a production environment.
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or comparable networking certification is a plus.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Benefits

• Full-time, Civil Service positions - 10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions

• 20 vacation days per year
• 3 Personal days per year
• 1 Sick Day per month
• 12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.