911 Network Engineer
City of Durango
- Durango, Colorado, United States
- Durango, Colorado, United States
À propos
The starting pay for this position is $79,720 per year, with growth potential up to $93,007 based on long‑term performance. We also provide a clear career path, with eligibility for promotion to Senior Network Engineer after three years in the role.
The City of Durango is a purpose‑driven organization with more than 400 full‑time and 300 part‑time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day.
As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:
Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.
The work you do ties directly into measurable goals.
You’ll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.
What You'll Do in This Role: Support 911 and Public Safety Systems
Help manage and maintain public safety network infrastructure, including firewalls, servers, backups, and virtual environments
Support critical systems such as Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), E911 phone systems, radio and paging systems, and related interfaces
Monitor system performance and resolve issues affecting emergency communications.
Coordinate with Police, Fire, Communications Center staff, La Plata County, and partner agencies
Assist in planning, evaluating, and implementing system upgrades and new technologies for public safety operations
Follow Public Safety Department policies regarding data security and confidentiality.
Maintain Secure, Reliable Network Infrastructure
Monitor and optimize network performance using system logs and monitoring tools
Perform system maintenance and upgrades with minimal disruption to operations
Support backup systems and perform data recovery when needed
Assist with disaster recovery planning and implementation
Project Support and Continuous Improvement
Contribute to network design, capacity planning, and long‑term infrastructure improvements
Assist with vendor coordination, purchasing, and implementation of hardware and software
Help develop and maintain system documentation, standards, and procedures
Participate in cross‑training and provide coverage for other Network Engineers
Operational Support
Provide technical assistance through the IT help desk system
Participate in on‑call rotation and respond to network‑related outages when needed
Support department budgeting related to network infrastructure and lifecycle planning
You Have:
A bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least four years of experience with networking, virtualization, storage systems, and server administration (five years preferred)
Experience with Cisco networking technologies
Experience with Windows Server and Active Directory
Ability to obtain and maintain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification upon hire
Ability to obtain CCNA and Motorola System Administrator Associate (SAA) certifications within six months of your start date (SAA supports the Spillman Flex system)
Familiarity with RedHat Linux environments
Residency & Background Requirement Successful candidates must maintain a local residency (up to 100‑mile radius outside the city limits of Durango, CO) and successfully complete a fingerprint background investigation to include local, state, and federal criminal history. This employer will not sponsor work visas.
You Will Succeed in This Role If You:
Communicate clearly with technical staff, first responders, and partner agencies
Manage multiple priorities, shifting between project work and real‑time troubleshooting
Take a solutions‑focused approach to complex technical challenges
Build trust through reliability, accountability, and follow‑through
What We Can Offer You:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Ample personal time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays.
401(a) retirement plan and optional deferred compensation plan.
Basic life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Long‑term disability coverage.
Paid Family and Medical Leave (FMLA).
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Free access to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink & Ski Area.
Holistic Employee Wellness Program, addressing physical, mental, financial, and professional well‑being.
Free transit pass and family member discounts.
Reimbursement for job‑related classes to foster continuous learning.
Sixteen hours of volunteer time off per year to support local non‑profit organizations.
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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