What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiber Optic Network Engineer (Temporary) position at City of Westminster?
CITY EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job—someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.
Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.
POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION
The Fiber Optics Network Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, and managing the City’s fiber optic communication infrastructure networks. This role includes preparing and reviewing comprehensive plans, project proposals, contracts, and technical specifications. Key responsibilities involve managing capital improvement projects, coordinating permitting activities, working with consultants, and administering procurement and contracting processes.
The incumbent also contributes to network planning, and supports field personnel with maintenance, replacement, and renewal of fiber optic infrastructure. The position requires extensive collaboration with City staff, consultants, regulatory agencies, engineers, developers, utility providers, boards and commissions, and contractors. Additionally, the Fiber Optics Network Engineer manages service agreements and leases related to the City’s fiber optic assets.
This position is authorized as a temporary, up to three (3)-year, full-time, benefited position, working in-office or in-field, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES
The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service – People – Integrity – Respect – Innovation – Teamwork).
This position supports the goals of the Information Technology Department, which delivers exceptional value and quality of life through the deployment and support of innovative technologies and SPIRIT.
Every Employee Is Accountable To
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.
Position Requirements/Working Conditions/Pre-employment Requirements
Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required
Physical Requirements
Position is a combination of both office and field work and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for:
The Fiber Optic Engineer operates in a hybrid work environment that includes both office-based and field-based responsibilities. In office, the engineer is responsible for designing network layouts, preparing technical documentation, conducting performance analyses, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to support the planning and execution of fiber optic projects. This portion of the role involves the use of specialized software tools and adherence to industry standards and project timelines.
Field work involves on-site inspections, fiber splicing, signal testing, troubleshooting, and supervising installations to ensure compliance with technical specifications and safety regulations.
Engineers may be required to travel to various locations, including urban and remote areas, and work in diverse environmental conditions. This role demands strong analytical skills, adaptability, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality network performance across all stages of deployment and maintenance.
Required Materials And Equipment
Personal computers, keyboards, Cisco switches, Cisco Firewalls, routers, access points, Nessus, Snort, DNS, LAN/WAN analyzer, telephones, pagers, fax machines, and other standard office equipment.
Pre-employment Requirements
The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
Benefit Package
The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.
401(a) Contribution Rates
Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.
Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule
01
Do you have a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field?
Do you have four (4) years of direct experience in fiber optic infrastructure construction and maintenance of which two (2) years in a lead or supervisory role?
If you answered yes to having four (4) years of direct experience in fiber optic infrastructure construction and maintenance, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N/A.
04
Do you have two (2) years of experience in database management and asset inventory tracking for fiber optic infrastructure or similar communications infrastructure?
If you answered yes to having two (2) years of experience in database management and asset inventory tracking for fiber optic infrastructure or similar communications infrastructure, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N/A.
06
Do you possess a certification from recognized institutions such as the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) or similar certifying agencies?
Mark the areas you have at least four (4) years of experience:
You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background investigation and be fingerprinted for this job. A felony conviction is generally considered grounds for denial of CJIS access. Outstanding arrest warrants can also lead to being disqualified from CJIS certification. Are you able to meet this requirement?
Do you have a current valid driver's license and safe driving record?
Do you have a current valid driver's license and safe driving record (no more than six (6) points against your license in the last three (3) years)?
If you answered yes to having seven (7) or more points assessed against your driving record in the last three (3) years, please explain. If you answered no, please respond with N/A.
12
Do you understand and accept that this position is authorized as a temporary, up to three (3)-year, full-time, benefited position, working in-office, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and that employees in this category are subject to termination by the division manager at any time without cause including cessation of funds?
The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job—someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.
Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.
POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION
The Fiber Optics Network Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, and managing the City’s fiber optic communication infrastructure networks. This role includes preparing and reviewing comprehensive plans, project proposals, contracts, and technical specifications. Key responsibilities involve managing capital improvement projects, coordinating permitting activities, working with consultants, and administering procurement and contracting processes.
The incumbent also contributes to network planning, and supports field personnel with maintenance, replacement, and renewal of fiber optic infrastructure. The position requires extensive collaboration with City staff, consultants, regulatory agencies, engineers, developers, utility providers, boards and commissions, and contractors. Additionally, the Fiber Optics Network Engineer manages service agreements and leases related to the City’s fiber optic assets.
This position is authorized as a temporary, up to three (3)-year, full-time, benefited position, working in-office or in-field, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage, and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES
The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service – People – Integrity – Respect – Innovation – Teamwork).
This position supports the goals of the Information Technology Department, which delivers exceptional value and quality of life through the deployment and support of innovative technologies and SPIRIT.
Every Employee Is Accountable To
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
- Communicate with customers to ensure that where possible they are satisfied and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
- Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
- Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
- Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty and ethical behavior
- Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
- Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility, and take calculated risks when appropriate
- Participate in personal growth opportunities and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
- Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
- Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities, and helping others achieve objectives
- Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:
- Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
- Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and target areas for personal self-development
- Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
- Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
- Achieve goals, and handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
- Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
- Demonstrate accountability for work and take ownership in job performance
- Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product
- Execute excellent judgment, creativity, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrate excellent analytical skills and concentration
- Demonstrate familiarity with standard methods and procedures involved in the support and administration of local and wide area networks and related hardware and software
- Communicate orally and in writing with IT staff, vendors, and other city employees
- Establish effective professional working relationships with IT staff and department personnel city wide while providing value to the entire department and City
- Use technical skills and creativity to assist customers with identifying solutions to meet their needs
- Work on complex projects with minimal supervision
- Foster a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, reinforcing and supportive
- Encourage employees to be accountable for their work and take ownership in what they do
- Demonstrate leadership and courage by making or supporting decisions that reflect the organizational mission and goals even when the decision may be unpopular to some
- Demonstrate collaboration and conflict resolution skills with other departments and employees
- Maintain and monitor the City’s fiber infrastructure:
- Plans, supervises, and participates in the design, construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s fiber optic network
- Responsible for and assists staff in analysis and diagnosis of problems, troubleshooting equipment, and system failures
- Coordinates response to emergency repairs
- Develops site plans for significant construction and maintenance activities
- Monitors inventory for equipment and materials needed to meet project goals
- Ensure telecommunications services, systems, components, processes and procedures comply with and are aligned to policies, standards and enterprise technology direction
- Works closely with the network staff in the Information Technology Department for daily fiber network operations and long-term planning
- Conducts network modeling and analysis to plan, construct and operate a redundant, reliable, high-performance, and secure fiber optic network serving the City needs as well as City wide utilities, radio communications, emergency dispatch, transit and other critical public service providers
- Provides recommendations to department staff on budgets and projects
- Works closely with third party vendors or contractors during the installation or maintenance of the City’s fiber infrastructure
- Responsible for creating and updating documentation and as constructed drawings of the fiber network using design software, database software and other technical tools
Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job, and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.
Position Requirements/Working Conditions/Pre-employment Requirements
Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of four (4) years of direct experience in fiber optic infrastructure construction and maintenance
- Two (2) years of experience in database management and asset inventory tracking for fiber optic infrastructure or similar communications infrastructure
- Familiar with construction best practices focused on fiber builds
- A solid understanding of industry-standard protocols and equipment
- Proven experience in fiber optics installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance obtained through hands-on job experience and training programs
- Maintain valid driver’s license and safe driving record for continued employment
- Ability to pass the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and fingerprinting
- Two (2) years of direct experience in fiber optic infrastructure construction and maintenance in a lead or supervisory role
- Certification from recognized institutions such as the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) or similar certifying agencies
Physical Requirements
Position is a combination of both office and field work and requires sufficient physical stamina and strength for:
- Ability to lift and carry equipment and tools up to 75 pounds
- Comfortable working in confined spaces (e.g., handholes, manholes, utility vaults)
- Constant light grasp, fine manipulation, and handling to perform daily duties; occasional firm grasp to safely use equipment
- Capable of working at heights, including on ladders, rooftops, towers, and utility poles
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)
- Ability to operate and transport testing and splicing equipment
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk or workstation using computers and design software
- Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment for extended periods
The Fiber Optic Engineer operates in a hybrid work environment that includes both office-based and field-based responsibilities. In office, the engineer is responsible for designing network layouts, preparing technical documentation, conducting performance analyses, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to support the planning and execution of fiber optic projects. This portion of the role involves the use of specialized software tools and adherence to industry standards and project timelines.
Field work involves on-site inspections, fiber splicing, signal testing, troubleshooting, and supervising installations to ensure compliance with technical specifications and safety regulations.
Engineers may be required to travel to various locations, including urban and remote areas, and work in diverse environmental conditions. This role demands strong analytical skills, adaptability, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality network performance across all stages of deployment and maintenance.
Required Materials And Equipment
Personal computers, keyboards, Cisco switches, Cisco Firewalls, routers, access points, Nessus, Snort, DNS, LAN/WAN analyzer, telephones, pagers, fax machines, and other standard office equipment.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Background checks will include employment references and criminal history and when applicable, Colorado Criminal Justice background check, credit check, driver’s license record, education verification
- Must be able to pass the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and fingerprinting due to access to sensitive areas
- Drug screen
- Pre-employment physical
- Must be legally entitled to work in the United States
The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:
- Health and Dental
- Flexible Spending
- Pension/Retirement Plans
- Term Life Insurance
- Long-term Disability
- Survivor Benefits
- Wellness Program
- Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, on the job injury, and administrative reasons
- Career Development Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
Benefit Package
The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.
401(a) Contribution Rates
Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.
Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule
- Less than 3 years - 0%
- 3 to 4 years - 60%
- 4 to 5 years - 80%
- Over 5 years - 100%
- For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested
01
Do you have a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field?
- Yes
- No
Do you have four (4) years of direct experience in fiber optic infrastructure construction and maintenance of which two (2) years in a lead or supervisory role?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to having four (4) years of direct experience in fiber optic infrastructure construction and maintenance, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N/A.
04
Do you have two (2) years of experience in database management and asset inventory tracking for fiber optic infrastructure or similar communications infrastructure?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to having two (2) years of experience in database management and asset inventory tracking for fiber optic infrastructure or similar communications infrastructure, please describe your experience. If you answered no, please respond with N/A.
06
Do you possess a certification from recognized institutions such as the Fiber Optic Association (FOA) or similar certifying agencies?
- Yes
- No
Mark the areas you have at least four (4) years of experience:
- Planning, supervising, and participating in the design, construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of a fiber optic network
- Analyzing and diagnosing fiber optic network problems
- Troubleshooting equipment and system failures
- Coordinating response to emergency repairs
- Developing site plans for significant construction and maintenance activities
- Monitoring inventory for equipment and materials needed to meet project goals
- Ensuring telecommunications services, systems, components, processes and procedures comply with and are aligned to policies, standards and enterprise technology direction
- Collaborating with utility operators and users of a fiber optic network on integration, installation, and use of fiber optic network to support operations, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), radio communications, traffic, and other public service providers
- None
You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background investigation and be fingerprinted for this job. A felony conviction is generally considered grounds for denial of CJIS access. Outstanding arrest warrants can also lead to being disqualified from CJIS certification. Are you able to meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a current valid driver's license and safe driving record?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a current valid driver's license and safe driving record (no more than six (6) points against your license in the last three (3) years)?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to having seven (7) or more points assessed against your driving record in the last three (3) years, please explain. If you answered no, please respond with N/A.
12
Do you understand and accept that this position is authorized as a temporary, up to three (3)-year, full-time, benefited position, working in-office, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and that employees in this category are subject to termination by the division manager at any time without cause including cessation of funds?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
