Wide Area Network Engineer

BERTIE COUNTY SCHOOLS

Job Description

(Class descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification.
They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee)

JOB TITLE:                                                 WIDE AREA NETWORK ENGINEER

DEPARTMENT:                                             Instructional Technology Department

FLSA:                                                         Non-exempt

REPORTS TO:                                              Director of Technology

SUPERVISES:                                              None

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:                             12 Months

QUALIFICATIONS: __ Completion of a four-year degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems,

                               or a related field with coursework in networking and two years of network experience including wide area                         networks, and supervisory training or experience; or 

                           __ Associate’s Degree in Computer Science or related field, two years’ 

                              experience in a wide area network environment, supervisory training or 

                              experience; or

                           __ Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

                           __Knowledge of networking protocols, experience in routed and frame 

                              relay network environments, experience with network management 

                              utilities

                           __Certification in network operating systems’ software such as Novell 

                              Administrator, Novell Engineer, or Microsoft Engineer, or other 

                              appropriate hardware certifications, such as Cisco, or 

                           __Any equivalent combination of training, certification, and/or 

                             experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

NATURE OF WORK:  The Wide Area Network (WAN) Analyst is responsible for designing and implementing wide area networks in a local school agency. Employee supervises the installation, maintenance, and operation of a wide area network and associated computer hardware and software. Employee coordinates with the Director of Instructional Technology and Coordinator of Technology Services the evaluation of school system networking needs and recommends improvements and modifications to existing infrastructure. Employee diagnoses and resolves complex wide and local area network issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Designs and implements wide area networks including network firewall, switches, routers, wireless access points, and other peripheral devices.
2. Installs and configures all necessary networking devices.
3. Acts as a backup for maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure.
4. Operates and maintains wide area networks, tracks significant problems, monitors performance, and performs upgrades to hardware and software as required.
5. Installs or modifies existing installations of networked computer hardware, software, and other components.
6. Manages design, cleanliness, and capacity of physical networking equipment and cabling infrastructure.
7. Ensures the safety of users and equipment, including compliance with fire codes.
8. Maintains accurate and current inventory and documentation.
9. Participates in long- and short-range technology planning.
10. Trains technical staff at the system and building level to follow proper operating procedures necessary to maintain the integrity of the network.
11. Maintains documentation regarding network configurations, operating procedures, and service records relating to network hardware and software.
12. Collaborates with Technology Support Analyst to support end-user devices.
13. Collaborates with Network Services Engineer to plan and design adequate network infrastructure.
14. Provides training for staff as appropriate.
15. Seeks and participates in opportunities for professional growth.

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

The major physical and cognitive requirements listed below are applicable to the Wide Area Network Engineer job classification within the Bertie County Schools. 

Work in this classification is considered medium physical work requiring the exertion of up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 

Must be able to: 

• Walk, lift, reach, stoop, sit, squat, bend, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch and type for extended periods of time up to 10 hours 
• Prepare, read, comprehend and analyze a variety of complex forms, reports, spreadsheets, maps, plans, records, documentation and correspondence in all languages required by the job 
• Speak to individuals or groups of people with poise, voice control and confidence 
• Respond adequately to inquiries or complaints 
• Write using standard convention in all languages required by the job 
• Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions 
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form 
• Communicate effectively and efficiently in all languages required by the job using whatever communication device or system is required (telephone, Braille) 
• Use/interpret job related terminology, mathematical formulas and functions effectively and efficiently 
• Deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions maintaining effective working relationships 
• Perform under stress, deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situations 
• Be sensitive to cultural differences among individuals and groups of persons 
• Operate a motor vehicle 
• Operate/use a variety of job specific office machines and other office equipment 
• Manage multiple high priority initiatives in a fast paced, highly technical environment 
• Successfully perform the planning, directing, reporting and administrative responsibilities of this position

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work is performed in the Central Office.