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Network Engineer
University of Northern Colorado
- United States
- United States
À propos
Network Engineer
COMPENSATION RANGE:
75,084.00 - 75,084.00 USD per year
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:
Professional Administrative
DEPARTMENT:
Information Sec, Networking & Comms
TARGET HIRE DATE:
6/1/2026
BENEFITS:
UNC's Career Hub
Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
04/17/2026.
Position Summary:
This position exists toensure that the University of Northern Colorado's network infrastructure, andassociated systems, such as communications, areoperatingefficiently andarewellmaintained.The position providesnetwork and communication systemssupportfortheinstitution'senterprisesystems & applications, data center,student & staff networkingneeds,and instructional technologies.TheSecurity, Networking andCommunications (SNAC)departmentpromotes a culture that empowers employees asindividual contributorsto make decisions whilefosteringa strong,collaborative, and supportiveteam.
Independentlyidentify,investigate, and resolve networking or communication issueswithsupportfromcolleagues or vendors.Exampleresponsibilities:changestoACLs, switches, and other network infrastructure without supervision. Thispositionwill act in support ofmultiple significantnetworking and communication systemssuchas:VPN, Authentication systems,Core Switches, Edge Switches,Internet Routers, Voice Infrastructure, Wireless, Layer 1-3management in the data center,etc. including updates, operating system,implementing new networks, and/ormaintainingexisting networking appliances orservices.
Thisposition requires advanced knowledge acrossmultiple disciplines of networking and voice infrastructure. Asuccessful candidate will have a passion for education and technology, theability to find creative solutions to complex problems, eagerness totake initiative, and outstanding written and verbalcommunication skills.
Job Duties:
50% Service & Support:
Configuredeskphonesand make the correct adjustments to theVoIP(or virtual telephony system) managementsystems. Identifyingmisconfigured or malfunctioning switches and wireless access points. Resolveuserissueswhen connecting tothevirtualprivatenetwork. Cabling and cable management. Resolve connectivity issues on wired and wirelessnetworks. Troubleshootwirelessissuesbothremotelyandinpersonforfaculty,staff,andstudents using available documentation, input from the network engineers, and using tools which provide data for issue resolution. Understandandtroubleshootourauthenticationmechanisms foraccesstothenetwork using availabledocumentation, input from the network engineers, and using tools which provide data for issue resolution. Applying a solution based on documentation, education resources, input from the network engineers, and using tools which provide data for issue resolution. Resolve issues where faculty/staff/students are suddenly having issues with network services. Determinewhy an error is occurring anddetermineif it is something that can or needs to be fixed. Resolve complex network issues by using best practice troubleshootingmethodology.
25% Troubleshoot,Maintain, andImprove Networking and Communications:
Determinewhy a disruption occurred, investigate the rootcause,and prevent it fromrecurring. Monitor networking and communication tools for errors or other signs of misconfiguration. Understand ourfirewall, network segmentation, and ACE strategies and apply them. Understand the VLAN scheme and how that shouldimpactrequests for changes. Fullyutilizingand maintaining technologies that arethisposition'sresponsibility. Improve networking and communicationservices,and technologies. Enhance theteam'sunderstanding of networking and communications. Updateandmaintainnetworkequipment. Work with external vendors to troubleshoot issues outside the university network. Look for improvements or services to repair based onfeedback from the community or peers.
20% Supporting ProjectWork:
Improve network performance for anindividual user. Resolve a specific,moderately complex piece of a larger project. Implement a specific or limited function in a monitoring and management tool. Makesignificantchangesto anetworkinfrastructureor devices in collaboration with other members of the team. Understand how acomponentof a projectoperatesor understand how it needs to be configuredin support of a larger project by using documentation provided by the vendor, available vendor resources, or consulting with peers.
5% Maintain andEnhance Professional Skillset:
Pursue professional development to maintain expertise in best practices network design and function. Research and recommend the next generation of infrastructure. Research solutions to technical challenges.
Minimum Qualifications:
A college degree from an accredited college oruniversity.
At least 2 years of experience providing support for network infrastructure and associated technologies. Experience with: Cisco Call Manager, Teams Voice, wireless infrastructure troubleshooting, VoIP, cabling, access control lists or access control entry, firewall management, installation and configuration of switches and access points.
Excellent team building and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and educate coworkers. Superb interpersonal skills: able to work with customers at all levels and develop effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems. Strong written and oral communication skills, sufficient to convey complex issues effectively to technical and non-technical audiences. Expertise supporting network infrastructure and voice technologies. Competence with asset management principles. Strong time-management and organizational skills, with a record of being flexible, accurate, detail-oriented, reliable, and self-motivated. Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented work environment. Flexible schedule to perform major campus maintenance and upgrades to critical technologies. Knowledge of physical plant infrastructure and IP technologies, top-level understanding of enterprise voice, network and server technologies, familiarity with web tools and technology and desktop related hardware.
Benefits: Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.
About UNC The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC's commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud tobe a HispanicServing Institution and to serve more than 44% of our undergraduates who are the first in theirfamily to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC's Career Hub, to learn more about UNC's strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
EEO Statement The University of Northern Colorado offers an educational and workingenvironment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the UNCcommunity. In accordance with federal and state law, UNC prohibits unlawfuldiscrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, national origin,religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, geneticinformation, and/or veteran status. UNC also prohibits discrimination based ongender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who opposea discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for,assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating todiscrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally protected expression will not beconsidered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is theresponsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure UNC'scompliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations The University of Northern Colorado is committedto providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If yourequire reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewingor otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please directyour inquiries to 970-351-2718 or human.resources@unco.edu.
Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
Clery Act In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.
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