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Minimum Hiring Annual Salary :
$83,700.00
Maximum Hiring Annual Salary :
$90,396.00
To attain the maximum annual salary, employee must meet all minimum qualifications plus :
- 5 (five) years of additional applicable work experience and / or degrees higher than minimum qualification degree. Degrees higher than the minimum qualification degree can be used in combination with additional work experience.
- A combination of related education, on-the-job work experience, certifications and / or licenses that results in a candidate successfully meeting the minimum qualifications of the position, may be considered.
The stated salary amounts are not guaranteed in the event employment ends with Aims during any fiscal year.
Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below :
Benefits are effective immediately100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and / or familyVoluntary vision insuranceStaff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each yearSummer schedule : 4-day work week - Fridays OffEmployer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiumsTuition waiver & reimbursement for employeesTuition waiver for dependentsAdditional supplemental benefits & retirement programs availableAccess to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guestFree parking on all campusesJob Description :
Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.
The Network Engineer drives the design, implementation, and maintenance of Aims Community College’s mission-critical network infrastructure. This position will lead strategic planning, design, capacity forecasting, and the development of network technology roadmaps to support institutional innovation. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of network hardware and software, from researching and recommending vendor solutions to performing complex troubleshooting and ensuring rigorous security compliance.
Network Planning, Design, and Implementation :
Lead strategic planning efforts by researching, planning, designing, and implementing technical network solutions and frameworks for local and wide area networks and infrastructure.Develop technology roadmaps.Develop test and implementation plans.Ensure compatibility of solutions with all layers and types of network technologies in use.Capacity planning and forecasting for the College’s networks and infrastructure.Network Administration :
Monitor functionality, troubleshoot, or upgrade as necessary.Responsible for Windows and Linux network configuration. System diagnostics and troubleshooting, including analysis of ongoing performance, system slowdowns, and bottlenecks.Monitoring the health of day-to-day operations of networks, servers, systems, and all other mission-critical IT systems, as well as vulnerability patch management.Check all monitoring systems for issues daily. Create tickets and resolve issues as needed.Lift, install, and move servers and devices in the data center and at other sites as needed.Required to participate in a rotating schedule of IT on-call coverage and maintenance outside normal business hours.Required travel to our satellite campuses as needed.Policy and Purchasing
Evaluate and recommend technology and equipment purchases.Research, recommend, and develop policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with the College’s security practices.Documentation
Document processes, procedures, equipment details, configurations, software specifics, network or systems administration notes.Document any job-related functions in the departmental knowledge base for the Network, Infrastructure, and Communication Systems team.Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or another related field; plus six (6) years of Experience in designing, implementing, testing, maintaining, and monitoring of distributed networks, routers, switches, firewalls, cabling infrastructure (fiber and Ethernet), and datacenter management in a high-performance environment or an equivalent combination of education and / or work experience.This position requires the use of a company vehicle and / or personal vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.Self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and as a collaborative team member.Excellent customer service skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Problem-solving skills for complex systems and issues, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to solve complex system issues efficiently.Excellent time management and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this role.Required Documents :
Cover LetterResumePreferred Qualifications :
Network Engineer or design certifications; CCNA, CCNE, A+, Net+, Extreme or other relevant certifications.Experience in Networking Design for new construction, building remodeling, and multi-site connectivity.Experience in a Higher Education environment.All Applicants :
Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.
Screening / Selection :
To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application. Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.
Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.
Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and / or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.