- Position Type:
Information Technology/ Network and Server Engineer - Date Posted:
9/24/2026 - Location:
District-Wide
BEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Bedford, Massachusetts
Network and Server Engineer
Qualifications:
Experienced user of Microsoft operating systems, software applications and
internet.
Experience in hardware and software installations and troubleshooting.
Firm understanding and experience with TCP/IP, local area networking.
Strong Interpersonal and communication skills.
Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.) and fingerprint background check.
Reports to: Director of Information Systems
Job Goal: Install, repair and troubleshoot computers and peripherals.
Work Year: 12 month position
Salary and Benefits: $90-120,000 annually, commensurate with experience. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
- health, dental and vision insurance
- life insurance
- flexible spending accounts
- employee assistance and wellness resources
- retirement benefits
Performance Responsibilities:
- Maintain and monitor all servers and networking equipment.
- Perform network and system administration functions that include, but are not limited to:
- Backing up of all server data
- Maintain equipment server and networking inventories
- Maintain wired and wireless network infrastructure
- Manage replacement schedule for all servers and network equipment
- Operate and maintain internet connections, Email systems, and firewall.
- Manage network security including anti-virus, spyware and intrusion software and devices.
- Manage accounts to access core district services.
- Design and implement network infrastructure to ensure continuity of services for the district.
- Maintain relationships with other town entities to ensure school needs are met and issues fixed in a timely fashion.
- Regularly evaluate current network and server technology to determine sufficiency for district needs.
- Track and report on the usage of systems on a scheduled basis.
- Troubleshoot and repair network outages and configuration problems.
- Maintain a working knowledge of special networks and connectivity to support the HVAC and building security communication as required by the Facilities department.
- Develop and implement a toolset for technical staff to improve day-to-day workflow and time to resolution for tech tickets.
- Forensic style investigation of incidents including, but not limited to, network techniques and file level investigation.
- Forecast, plan, and implement needs through tools and industry input to keep district network and servers running and sufficient in capacity.
- Look at district processes and recommend automation. Meet with stakeholders to facilitate move to automated processes freeing up staff resources.
- Perform any other such duties as may be assigned by the Chief Information Officer.
Essential Functions of the Job:
Must possess the ability to:
- Troubleshoot and repair Microsoft operating systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair software and hardware.
- Work flexibly in a team environment.
- Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Maintain confidential information.
- Interact with students and school staff and administration.
- Maintain, manage and organize detailed records.
- Meet timelines as required.
Specialty Areas:
Must be able to:
- Work independently and lead others on multiple tasks and projects.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to work in a normal classroom and school building environment.
- Ability to move freely about the building to perform duties with students and teachers.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel between school locations as needed.