Associate Network Engineer OR Network Engineer - Specified Term - Network Engineering Services

**Information Technology Services intends to hire either an Associate Network Engineer (PIN1) or a Network Engineer (PIN2) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. **

Network Engineering Services, part of IT Services at the University of Iowa, is seeking either an Associate Network Engineer or a Network Engineer to join their team.

This position will have a 2-year project assignment and is considered a “specified term appointment” classified as either an Associate Network Engineer (PIN1) or Network Engineer (PIN2) with full fringe benefits.

Associate Network Engineer:

The Associate Network Engineer is an integral technical member on the Network Engineering Services team at the University of Iowa. This position will contribute to network operations, communicate project technology needs, and assist with the implementation and ongoing management of campus-wide communication technologies to ensure the highest possible service quality and integrity. Ideal candidates for this position will be technically curious with a desire to learn, highly customer service focused, self-motivated, and possess a “can do” attitude.

Duties Include:

• Participating in partnerships with academic and administrative units.
• Working individually as well as in a team environment in a highly collaborative manner utilizing excellent interpersonal skills.
• Providing communication technologies service delivery.

Network Engineer:

The Network Engineer is an integral technical member on the Network Engineering Services team at the University of Iowa. This position will contribute to network architecture, communicate project technology needs, and assist with the implementation and ongoing management of campus-wide communication technologies to ensure the highest possible service quality and integrity. Ideal candidates for this position will be technically curious with a desire to learn, highly customer service focused, self-motivated, and possess a “can do” attitude.

Duties Include:

• Participating in partnerships with campus academic and administrative units.
• Working individually as well as in a team environment in a highly collaborative manner utilizing excellent interpersonal skills.
• Functioning at a strong technical level in all aspects of communication technologies service delivery. This includes, but is not limited to, technical design and technology review, and review of existing communication services.

For Both Levels:

This position will require occasional off-hours work and will participate in a team after hours on call rotation.

A valid US driver’s license and ability to meet the University of Iowa’s fleet safety requirements is required.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

This is a 100% onsite position. Interviews will be held in-person in Iowa City.

For a detailed job description of either position listed above, please email Melanie Bell at melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.  

Qualifications:

Associate Network Engineer

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the position or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Some experience (typically 3-6 months or more) working with network systems, including installation, maintenance, and/or ongoing support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster strong working relationships within and outside the organization.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong technical troubleshooting aptitude.
• Valid US driver’s license with the ability to meet the University of Iowa’s Fleet Safety Requirements: https://opsmanual.uiowa.edu/administrative-financial-and-facilities-policies/risk-management-insurance-and-loss-prevention-5

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working on complex projects and initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with enterprise-level network systems.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Cisco products and services.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Aruba wireless access points and controllers.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Juniper networking hardware.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with network monitoring and alerting systems.
• Demonstrated technical and architectural knowledge related to network systems.

Network Engineer

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the position or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience (typically 1 year or more) working with enterprise network systems, including installation, maintenance, and/or ongoing support.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster strong working relationships within and outside the organization.
• Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills.
• Valid US driver’s license with the ability to meet the University of Iowa’s Fleet Safety Requirements: https://opsmanual.uiowa.edu/administrative-financial-and-facilities-policies/risk-management-insurance-and-loss-prevention-5

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working on complex projects and initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Cisco products and services.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Aruba wireless access points and controllers.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Juniper networking hardware.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with network monitoring and alerting systems.
• Demonstrated technical and architectural knowledge related to network systems.

Application Details:

In order to be considered, applicants must upload the following materials and mark them as “Relevant File” to the submission:

·       Resume

·       Cover Letter

Information Technology Services will be hiring for one level listed within this requisition, depending on the qualifications of the successful finalist. 

You must indicate in your cover letter the classification (Associate Network Engineer OR Network Engineer) you wish to be considered for or indicate both. Please see required qualifications above for additional information.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For questions or additional information, please contact melanie-bell@uiowa.edu.

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