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NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT


Job Title: Junior Network Engineer (0217)
Reports To: Director of Technology
Duty Days: 235
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: T05
Date Revised: 05/2021


Primary Purpose:
Implement, maintain, and support our growing network infrastructure. You will be part of a team that is responsible for designing and developing scalable, maintainable, highly available network architectures that meet educational objectives and SLAs.

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Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

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Requirements:
- Proven hands-on network engineering experience CCNP preferred
- Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., IPSEC, HSRP, BGP, OSPF, 802.11, QoS)
- Solid understanding of the OSI or TCP/IP model
- Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Install, support, maintain and monitor new switch gear, server hardware and software while ensuring the most cost-effective and efficient use of district resources
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- Design, setup and configure complex switching environments
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- Supervise the administration of systems and servers related to the network to ensure availability of services to authorized users
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- Maintain a thorough understanding of Local Area Networking Assist in the development of guidelines and procedures for administration and security best practices
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- Respond to Help Desk support tickets and resolve those in a timely manner Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Director of Technology
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- Effectively administer fiscal resources and maintain appropriate and accurate records of all financial activities
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- Utilize the instruction staff and support services (intra-district and inter-district) to maintain and improve the instructional program
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- Exhibit and encourage high professional and ethical standards Maintain confidentiality
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- Punctual and dependable attendance Must be able to work in a collaborative environment to achieve team and district goals
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- Remain current on emerging technologies via professional groups, trade magazines, internal and external training, independent research and study, and other avenues available
- Accepts other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Technology

Equipment Used:
Personal computer, printer, multi-function copier, smart phone

Working Conditions:
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- Work with frequent interruptions
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Frequent district wide travel
- Prolonged use of the computer, bending, sitting, standing, stooping,  and lifting
- Able to effectively present information to individuals and groups
- Ability to lift 50 lbs

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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.

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