Network Engineer - Department of Transportation
Network Engineer - Department of Transportation
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Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7000 employees play a key role in the success of San Jos the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San Jos employees work together as one team to make San Jos a vibrant innovative and desirable place to live and work.Visithere to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations including quality and excellent customer service and hereto learn more about San Jos.
The City of San Jos is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability veteran statusor any other consideration made unlawful under any federal state or local laws. The City of San Jos is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at711 (TTY) or via email at .
About the Department
The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans developsoperates andmaintainstransportation facilities services and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of theCity. Wecomprisea team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San Jos streets.We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in the nations 12thlargest city while focusing on safety sustainability and active public life!For more information about DOT visit Duties
TheDepartment of Transportationis currently seeking tofill1 vacancyfor theNetwork Engineerposition.If you are interested in employment in these classifications you should apply to ensure you are considered foradditionalopportunities that mayutilizethe applicants from this recruitment.
The DOT Intelligent Transportation System Unit is responsible for the daytoday support operation maintenance and management of the Citys extensive Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) infrastructure comprising of a copper fiber and wireless field communications network video surveillance cameras traffic signal controllers advanced vehicle detection systems and sensors network switches and routers cybersecurity appliances and advanced traffic control systems and cloudbased applications. Under the direction of the ITS Manager the Network Engineer will collaborate with team members to 1 test and pilot emerging ITS technologies 2 test deploy and maintain network switches modems and router 3 maintain operating systems databases and server hardware in support of the various ITS applications and traffic control systems and 4 provide ITS related tech support for other teams within the department and across the City.
Key duties include but are not limited to:
Deploy andmaintainLinux Windows OS and VMWare systems across a mixture of VM hosts and standalone servers
Test deploy andmaintainruggedized network switches routers servers diagnostic systems and cellular modems as part of an extensive field Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) encompassing fiber rings and DSL and private LTE equipment
Maintain strong relationships with consultants and equipment vendors to build technicalexpertiseto support existing traffic control systems and applications andmaintaineffective support structure and response times
Provide limited oncall support including weekends when such as for major network migration network outages and traffic related events.
Test and deploy new ITS technologies such as AI driven IP cameras Lidar systems and Cloud based ITS applications
Assistteam members in the daytoday operation and maintenance of the ITS field communications network to ensure high reliability secured operations and availability of network resources
For more information about the Network Engineer classification please view the class spec.Minimum Qualifications
Education:ABachelors Degreefrom an accredited college or university in Computer Science Computer Engineering MIS or a closely related field
Experience:Three 3 years of experience equivalent to performing technical work of complex difficulty to provide desktop data security system administration server or network support to end users.
Acceptable Substitutions:2 years of related experience may be substituted for up to two years of the education requirement.
Certifications/Licenses:Possession of a valid California Drivers License.
Possess an industry certification thatdemonstratesexpertisein the relevant information technology field such as a:
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certificate for Windows Server Enterprise
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
Network Associate (CCNA) certification
Brocade Professional IP Administrator (BPIPA) certificationOR
an equivalent professional industry recognized certification acceptable to theCity.
Other Qualifications
The ideal candidate willpossessthe following competencies asdemonstratedin past and current employment history:
Analytical Thinking Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical systematic sequential approach.
Collaboration Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in crossfunctional activities.
- Communication Skills Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly orally and in writing;demonstrateseffective use of listening skills and displays openness to other peoples ideas and thoughts.
- Constructive Energies A demonstration of energy and drive that comes from within and a willingness to approach all aspects of work with a generally positive attitude; possessing the inclination to take appropriate action rather than waiting to be told what to do; examples of Constructive Energies include but are not limited to: enthusiasm honesty integrity empathy dedication reliable proactive respectful confidence ethical and a willingness to help others
- Customer Service Demonstratesthe ability toanticipatecustomers needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
Job Expertise Demonstratesknowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
- Leadership Leads by example;demonstrateshigh ethical standards;remainsvisible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.
- Problem Solving Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue;determinesthe significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
- Project Management Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategicobjectives.
- Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills Develops effective relationships with coworkers and supervisors by helping othersaccomplishtasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicants training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to beconsideredor your application may bedeemedincomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited toproceedin the selection process.Additionalphases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
If selected the Conditional Offer of Employment may be contingent upon you providing proof of a valid State of California drivers license and an assessment of your California DMV Employer Pull Notice (EPN) as per the DMV Release of Driver Record Information form. Failure to pass the DMV Pull Notice assessment willdeemyou ineligible for employment.
If you have questions about the duties of these positions theselectionor hiring processes please contact Keana Castilloat .
Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
You must answer all jobspecific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.
Please note that applications are currently not acceptedthrough CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION please email and we will research the status of your application.
Employment Type
Full-Time
