Network Specialist - Information Systems

Mesa-Public-Schools---A; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Holidays

Health insurance

retirement matched

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Network Specialist for Information Systems to service, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and implement day-to-day operations of the district LAN/WAN. The role includes developing network solutions, ensuring reliability, and supporting district technology initiatives.

The position requires CCNA-level expertise, 3+ years in enterprise networks, and strong documentation and security skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• CCNA or equivalent networking certification preferred demonstrating proficiency in enterprise networking.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure.
• Experience evaluating enterprise LAN/WAN and wireless networks for reliability and performance.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting, routing, switching, DHCP, DNS, and network security fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource for wired and wireless network infrastructure with guidance and support.
• Install, configure, maintain, support, and troubleshoot LAN/WAN and wireless infrastructure (switches, routers, APs, controllers).
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity, performance, hardware, software, and configuration issues.
• Monitor network performance, availability, capacity, and security using management tools.
• Maintain network hardware and related infrastructure to ensure reliability.
• Keep accurate network documentation including inventories, diagrams, configurations, IPs, and assets.
• Respond to outages, coordinating with personnel to restore services.
• Collaborate with districts departments, tech teams, and vendors on connectivity needs.
• Analyze performance data and incidents to identify root causes and improvements.
• Implement and maintain network security configurations and access controls.
• Perform change management for configuration changes, firmware updates, and upgrades.
• Support redundancy, resiliency, and recovery procedures.

Skills

CCNA certification

TCP/IP

VLANs

Subnetting

Routing

Switching

DHCP

DNS

Network security

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science/IT/Network Administration

Job description

Network Specialist - Information Systems

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Job Details

Job ID: 5969079

Application Deadline: Nov 04, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time

Base Salary:

$67,827.00

Class/Calendar:

C53-IS,12 months

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays,retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To service, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and implement the day-to-day operations of the LAN/WAN; to assist in the development and implementation of network solutions for the district.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical resource for the district's wired and wireless network infrastructure, providing guidance and support for network solutions, troubleshooting, and implementation strategies.
• Install, configure, maintain, support, and troubleshoot district LAN, WAN, and wireless network infrastructure, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and controllers, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and optimal performance.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve network connectivity, performance, hardware, software, and configuration issues, utilizing industry-standard diagnostic tools and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Proactively monitor network performance, availability, capacity, and security using network management and monitoring tools to identify potential issues, minimize disruptions, and maintain reliable network operations.
• Install, replace, upgrade, and maintain network hardware and associated components, including switches, routers, wireless access points, and related infrastructure, to ensure network reliability and operational continuity.
• Maintain accurate network infrastructure documentation, including equipment inventories, network diagrams, device configurations, IP addressing, and asset records to support troubleshooting, planning, and reporting requirements.
• Serve as a first responder to critical network outages, connectivity disruptions, and network-related security incidents during and outside normal work hours, coordinating with appropriate personnel to restore services and minimize operational impacts.
• Collaborate with district departments, school personnel, technology teams, and external vendors to identify network connectivity needs, resolve technical issues, coordinate infrastructure improvements, and support district technology initiatives.
• Analyze network performance data, recurring incidents, and infrastructure trends to identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and implement improvements that enhance network reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to optimize the use of various information systems, liaising with system representatives to stay informed on updates and explore potential improvements
• Implement and maintain network security configurations and access controls, including VLANs, access control lists (ACLs), network segmentation, and secure device configurations, in accordance with district cybersecurity standards and procedures.
• Perform network configuration changes, firmware updates, and equipment upgrades in accordance with established change management procedures, ensuring appropriate documentation, testing, and minimal disruption to district operations.
• Support network redundancy, resiliency, and recovery procedures to minimize service disruptions and maintain reliable connectivity for district instructional and operational systems.
• Assist with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration, or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education, industry certifications, and relevant professional experience. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification or equivalent industry-recognized networking certification preferred demonstrating proficiency in enterprise networking technologies.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting network infrastructure in a complex enterprise LAN/WAN environment.
• Experience evaluating, testing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), and wireless network infrastructure to ensure reliable connectivity, performance, and availability.
• Demonstrated knowledge of enterprise networking technologies and protocols, including TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting, routing, switching, DHCP, DNS, and network security fundamentals, with an emphasis on Cisco networking infrastructure and secure network configurations.
• Experience utilizing enterprise network monitoring, management, and diagnostic tools to identify connectivity issues, analyze network performance, and troubleshoot infrastructure problems.
• Knowledge of enterprise wireless networking technologies, including wireless authentication, RF fundamentals, interference, roaming, and wireless connectivity troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with network security practices and technologies, including access control lists (ACLs), network segmentation, 802.1X authentication, and Network Access Control (NAC).

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to perform complex technical tasks and meet continual need to upgrade skills
• Ability to analyze an environment to make recommendations to best meet end-user and district needs
• Ability to organize, prioritize,meet deadlines and maintain schedules
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); collaborate and work with district personnel and outside groups of varying technical skill

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work in an office setting within the district's IT department, may also visit schools and other district buildings
• Work in climate-controlled environments housing servers, switches, and networking hardware
• Work closely with IT staff, administrators, teachers, and vendors to ensure network security and efficiency
• Frequent movement between different school district locations, including climbing stairs or accessing confined spaces to install or repair equipment
• May need to lift equipment like servers, routers, switches, and backup power supplies (typically 20-50 pounds)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $67,827 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required