Network Engineer

El Paso Community College; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Community College seeks a seasoned Network Engineer to plan, design, implement, and analyze the District-wide network and infrastructure, including wireless and VoIP. On-campus work is essential, with supervision of network teams and ongoing performance monitoring.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree with 6 years of related experience or equivalent, CCNP/CCDA or equivalent within six months, and strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Cisco routers/switches, VoIP, wireless, and LAN/WAN environments.
• CCNP/CCDA or equivalent within six months of hire.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in network design, IP routing, and fault isolation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, implement, and analyze District network and infrastructure.
• Supervise and guide network, wireless, and VoIP teams.
• Monitor performance, security, and health of Cisco Call Manager, LAN/WAN, and wireless.
• Develop RFP/SOWs for network infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate integration of LANs and directory services.
• Maintain accurate topology and configuration documentation.
• Lead after-hours troubleshooting and maintenance as needed.
• Travel as required within the District.

Skills

CCNP

CCDA

Network design

IP routing

VoIP

Wireless networking

Network security

Troubleshooting

Oral & written communication

Project management

On-call support

Education

Bachelor's degree + 6 years related experience

Tools

Cisco equipment

Job description

Responsible for the planning, designing, implementation, analysis, equipment and performance specifications for the District's wide network and network infrastructure integrated-service areas, to include wireless and Voice over IP (VoIP) communications. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.

Provide supervision, expertise, and guidance to network, wireless, and VoIP communications areas which maintain and monitor the District wide network and network infrastructure on a daily basis. Perform network security protocols, maintenance, and troubleshoot network to ensure stability and availability for District employees. Monitor, analyze, and identify network strengths, weaknesses, and potential benefits for the District.

Anticipate and make improvement recommendations for network usage patterns relating to future increases in general usage and number of users. Monitor the networks' complex operating parameters and set goals for service availability, response time, traffic routing, and overall network efficiency and make appropriate updates. Report health statistics of the Cisco Call Manager, Unified Messaging, wireless, and Local Area Network/Wide Area Network (LAN/WAN).

Review performance analysis reports to guarantee compliance with network specifications for software and hardware. Develop performance and configuration specifications for network equipment and develop Request for Proposals (RFPs) or Statement of Works (SOWs) relating to network infrastructure, wireless and VoIP communications, or network services.

Responsible for the integration of existing departmental or multi-departmental local area networks. Confirm existing LANs meet current standards and are smoothly integrated into the network's directory services and management and monitoring systems.

Manage a plan of action for the networks infrastructure's growth to include proposals, review, implementation, testing, and validation to guarantee network changes and updates produce the desired results. Certify network documentation is accurately maintained such as topology diagrams, circuit or equipment, inventories, and configuration reports.

Responsible for the installation, upgrade, and initial configuration of high-capacity routers and Ethernet switches.

Responsible for personnel management activities of assigned staff including recommendation for employment, supervision, performance evaluation, professional development, training, and compliance with policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• 1. Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

• 2. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA), or obtain Cisco certification within six (6) months of hire.
• 3. Effective oral and written communication skills, interpersonal, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills.
• 4. Experience performing basic and complex network, wireless and VoIP troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on high-capacity routers and Ethernet switches.
• 5. Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of Information Technology, networks, Internet technologies, server and systems administration, data protection, and disaster recovery strategies.
• 6. Experience in packet capturing and interpretation.
• 7. Experience in Network Design and comprehensive knowledge of IP routing and T1/PRI/ISDN circuits.
• 8. Experience generating and reviewing performance analysis reports and generating proposals.
• 9. Must be available to remain on-call and work after hours with the ability to respond to correct systems problems and meet system installation and maintenance intervals.
• 10. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• 11. Experience with fiber optic network, wireless equipment, and Cisco Call Manager.

Special Conditions:

• 1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures.
• 2. Operating a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position; all final position candidates will be required to undergo a motor vehicle records check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures. Thereafter, motor vehicle records checks will be conducted annually.
• 3. Job will require irregular or extended work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• 4. Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable.
• 5. Must be able to travel to different locations throughout the District.

Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of the transportation cost for travel performed within the United States. The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights lodging.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.

The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.