Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Salaried Position

To Start As Soon As Possible

Purpose Statement
The job of Network Engineer is done for the purpose/s of supervising
supporting and monitoring the districts network infrastructure to ensure a
secure stable and high-availability environment that meets both
instructional and operational needs. The position is accountable for day-to-
day network operations analyzes and resolves complex technical issues and
applies operational measures to optimize system performance. The Network
Engineer provides technical leadership in areas such as network security
disaster recovery and cloud integration while collaborating with
administration and technology staff on infrastructure planning. The role also
ensures timely communication of network events and facilitates technology
infrastructure training to support the safe and efficient operation of network
systems across all school sites.

Essential Functions
Applies and utilizes various operational measurements and analytics for
the purpose of maintaining a robust network to meet operational
needs.
Assists in the development of eligible projects (e.g. plan and coordinate
technology needs with E-rate funding opportunities gathering
supporting documentation etc.) for the purpose of securing federal
funding and supporting the districts long-term infrastructure goals.
Automates recurring IT tasks with scripting (i.e. Bash PowerShell) (e.g.
system inventory data uploads/downloads user management and
backups etc.) for the purpose of enhancing efficiency and reducing
manual intervention.
Communicates events activities upgrades and information to relevant
stakeholders (e.g. infrastructure events maintenance activities etc.) for
the purpose of ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of updates
through appropriate communication channels keeping all district staff
and school sites informed and ensuring safety while minimizing
disruption.

Creates and maintains templates and documentation of network
changes (e.g. migration to new systems; scheduling installations
product research etc.) for the purpose of delivering services in
compliance with established guidelines and/or objectives.
Develops and maintains disaster recovery and business continuity
plans including regular testing and backup verification for the purpose
of minimizing downtime and ensuring the continuity of instructional
and operational services in the event of disruption.
Establishes structured management practices for network
infrastructure updates upgrades and maintenance for the purpose of
minimizing service disruptions and maintaining operational stability.
Facilitates training and technical guidance for technology staff on
network-related systems best practices and procedures for the
purpose of promoting proper usage enhancing digital safety and
ensuring efficient use of network resources.
Manages and integrates cloud-based infrastructure and services (e.g.
Google Workspace Microsoft 365 Azure etc.) for the purpose of
ensuring secure scalable and reliable access to digital resources and
collaboration tools.
Monitors network performance using diagnostic tools and analytical
reporting for the purpose of proactively identifying issues optimizing
network resources and informing leadership decisions.
Plans organizes and manages the Network Infrastructure Team staff
and activities for the purpose of ensuring their ability to use new and/or
existing operating systems and application software.
Prepares written materials (e.g. detailed network infrastructure
diagram and documentation etc.) for the purpose of documenting
activities providing written reference and/or conveying information.
Recommends equipment supplies and materials for the purpose of
acquiring required items and completing jobs efficiently.
Researches plans and recommends technology improvements and
upgrades to administration for the purpose of recommending
procedures and/or purchases.
Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. staff
administrators school site personnel service providers etc.) for the
purpose of providing technical assistance and support.
Supervisors supports and monitors systems and servers related to
district LAN and WAN for the purpose of ensuring availability of services
to authorized users.
Supports the Network Analyst Team in the maintenance of the district-
wide information infrastructure by providing technical expertise (e.g.
core network operations data backups and storage data center
(power cooling security space) email firewall and remove access
network security services management voice over IP (Cisco UC)

wireless networks (Cisco Meraki) etc.) for the purpose of ensuring
efficient operations.
Troubleshoots and provides expert support for malfunctions of network
hardware and/or software applications within the districts local and
wide area networks telephones and security systems (e.g. servers hubs
routers network protocols etc.) for the purpose of resolving operational
issues and restoring services.

Other Functions
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring
the efficient and effective functioning of the department.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform advanced math; review and interpret
highly technical information write technical materials and/or speak
persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define
issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies
required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: current
legacy and emerging operating systems; environments and network
protocols; router configurations; Inter/Intranet applications; data security
project management processes and methodology.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple highly complex technical tasks with
a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the
functions of the job include: utilizing pertinent network application
operating system monitoring and troubleshooting software; adhering to
safety practices; planning and managing projects; and preparing and
maintaining accurate records.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities meetings
and/or events; routinely gather collate and/or classify data; and consider a
wide variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to
independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze
data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and utilize equipment under a
variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work
with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of
widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-
related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze
issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis

based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is
significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily
perform the functions of the job include: setting priorities; establishing
effective relationships; being attentive to detail; communicating with diverse
groups; conveying technical information to non-technical audiences;
working; providing after hours on-call support as needed; implementing
team building strategies; adhering to district policies; and regular attendance
except when taking approved leave.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following
standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a
small work unit; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of significant
resources from other work units is routinely required to perform the jobs
functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the
organizations services.

Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require
the following physical demands: significant lifting carrying pushing and/or
pulling some stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling and significant
fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 15% sitting 15% walking 70%
standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience: Job related experience within specialized field with increasing levels of
responsibility is required.

Education: Bachelors degree in job related area.

Equivalency: or minimum of 5 (five) years design implementation and support experience
with Cisco and Juniper devices in an enterprise class data network and
support for high availability environment; Supervisory experience.

Required Testing
None Specified

Certificates and Licenses
CCNP or CCSP is preferred
Juniper

Continuing Educ./Training
None Specified

Clearances

Kansas Bureau of Investigations
Kansas Department of Children and Families
Physical and Tuberculosis Clearance

FLSA StatusExempt

Approved 10/03/25

Salary Grade 36