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Position Number: 1784529
Location: Oak Brook, KS
Position Type: Computer and Information Technology

POSITION TITLE:
Network Engineer

DEPARTMENT:
Information Technology

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to:
Director of Infrastructure

Works with:
End-Users, IT Team Members, IT Leadership

External Relationships:
Professional organizations, State and National working groups and consortiums, Commercial Vendors

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Network Engineer is responsible for the overall design and configuration of the data network systems at Emporia State University to ensure the stable operation of all IT assets. The Network Engineer is responsible for ensuring the optimization of all new and existing network hardware, software, and communication links. Incumbent will help create an environment that ensures the stability and integrity of in-house data, video, and wireless network services. Incumbent will also troubleshoot network performance issues, provide training and guidance to other technical staff within IT, as well as analyze network traffic and provide capacity-planning solutions.

This position is a member of the Infrastructure team. The Network Engineer is a key representative when participating in any team project utilizing critical thinking and problem solving to meet team goals and information security compliance. At times, this position may need to perform job duties outside of regular business hours including but not limited to maintenance, repair, or installation of equipment or software, and responding to unexpected outages. This is not a remote-work position.

POSITION DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND COMPETENCIES
Strategy & Planning
Collaborate with technical team members to assess near and long term network capacity needs and design/implement strategic plans to ensure network capacity meets existing and future needs
Lead the continual development of both near and long term network planning, including the development of presentation of solutions of executive management
Review and assess feasibility of new and existing IT projects as it related to university network systems
Create and maintain documentation as it relates to network configuration, mapping, and processes
Practice asset management including network component inventory and related documentation
Conduct testing and development of disaster recovery plans to detect faults, minimize malfunctions and backup systems as it relates to network functionality.
Determine and document telecommunications and network design, and layout including protocols and standards used, as well as configuration.
Conduct research, and review technical publications, of network and telecommunication products, services, protocols, and standards to remain abreast of industry trends in support of bringing value to University IT procurement and development efforts.
Utilize project management methodologies to plan and implement improvements, modifications, or replacements of network or telecommunications components.
Where necessary, liaise with equipment vendors during installations or for hardware performance issues.

Operational Management
Receive, prioritize, and respond to incoming work orders, calls, and/or emails regarding equipment and/or connectivity problems.
Accurately document instances of software or hardware failure, repair, installation, and removal or other work requests.
Manage and ensure optimal operation of all network and telecommunication hardware and equipment.
Configure network and telecommunication systems to ensure their smooth and reliable operation for fulfilling organizational objectives and processes.
Monitor network and telecommunication performance and troubleshoot problem areas as needed to identify and correct performance bottlenecks.
Ensure connectivity of all services, workstations, telephony equipment, fax machines, and other network appliances.
Perform on-site analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex network and telecommunication problems for a variety of end users, recommend, and implement corrective solutions.
Participate in management of network security solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Acceptable Options
High school diploma, or equivalent, with 8+ years of experience as Network Engineer or equivalent.
Associate's degree in relevant field, with 4+ years of experience as Network Engineer or equivalent.
Bachelor's degree in relevant field, with 2+ years of experience as Network Engineer or equivalent.
Industry standard certifications such as: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CWNA, CWSP may substitute for 2 years work experience each up to 4 years.

Preferred Experience:
Experience configuring and maintaining Cisco network equipment
Project management coursework or experience.
Significant coursework or work experience configuring and managing network infrastructure.

Preferred Personal Attributes:
Effective communication skills to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language
Maintain a positive attitude, good morale, and cooperation promoting teamwork partnering with other IT team members
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment
Customer service orientation
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Dependable, professional, and proven ability to work in an environment involving tasks that require strict confidentiality

APPLY:
Interested candidates meeting position requirements should include resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Ms. Karis Williams via email at kwilli41@emporia.edu, or Campus Box 4018, 1 Kellogg Circle, Emporia, KS, 66801. Review of applicants will continue until the position is filled. A background check is required.

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.

To Apply, visit:
https://sites.google.com/g.emporia.edu/human-resources/faculty-staff-open-positions/20-122-network-engineer