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NETWORK ENGINEER

DEPARTMENT: SFCN

JOB CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME EXEMPT

PAY GRADE 13

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Open Until Filled

First Review of Applications: April 20, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and scale functional and secure networks, including LAN, WLAN, WAN, and hybrid architectures, ensuring long-term reliability and scalability for the community.
• Engineer and optimize complex routing and switching environments with a comprehensive understanding of routing protocols and global route manipulation in a multi-vendor ecosystem.
• Install, configure, and maintain comprehensive system and network monitoring tools to provide deep visibility into network health, capacity, and performance.
• Manage centralized log aggregation and performance monitoring systems to proactively identify anomalies and ensure optimal service delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network outages and performance bottlenecks, serving as a high-level technical resource for the SFCN team.
• Share in a rotating on-call schedule and participate in scheduled network and systems maintenance to ensure 24/7 operational continuity.
• Provide exceptional customer service and high-tier technical support to internal teams and community stakeholders with a professional and helpful demeanor.
• Maintain the ability to transition fluidly between diverse tasks and technical projects as organizational priorities and emergency needs shift.
• Integrate emerging technologies into the network, such as AI-driven analytics, automation via scripting, and smart infrastructure initiatives.
• Develop and maintain precise documentation for network architecture, configurations, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Implement redundancy strategies and disaster recovery protocols to protect service reliability and performance during critical events.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the evolving mission and success of the Spanish Fork Community Network.
• Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for this position. Must abide by all City policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field and/or combination of education and professional experience.
• 3–5+ years of experience in network engineering or network administration.
• Experience with enterprise or ISP-level network environments preferred.
• Experience supporting fiber networks, broadband infrastructure, or municipal networks is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in the architecture and integration of enterprise-grade routers, multilayer switches, and next-generation firewalls, with a deep understanding of VLAN segmentation, secure network design, and the implementation of defense-in-depth security principles.
• Demonstrated operational expertise in TCP/IP networking as well as the implementation of dynamic routing protocols.
• Experience in the design and management of diverse Wireless LAN (WLAN) architectures, including high-capacity Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multi-Point (PtMP) wireless, as well as the deployment and optimization of both standalone and controller-based Wi-Fi ecosystems.
• Experience with switching technologies (VLANs, STP, LACP MPLS).
• Experience with network monitoring tools and performance analysis.
• Knowledge of fiber optic networking and Active Ethernet infrastructure preferred.
• Valid Utah Class D Driver License

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Clear documentation and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, ability to recognize workflow inefficiencies, and be able to plan and implement effective solutions.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to work in confined spaces, such as network closets or under-floor plenums, and maintain the physical agility to climb ladders, reach overhead, and work in awkward positions to facilitate cabling and hardware installation.
• Ability to work in varied environments, including high-noise data centers requiring hearing protection, climate-controlled server rooms, and occasional outdoor locations for external infrastructure maintenance.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to handle small components and fiber optic cables, as well as the visual acuity to identify color-coded wiring and read small serial numbers or port labels.
• Availability to work extended shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to perform maintenance windows or respond to emergency outages as part of a rotating on-call schedule.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing complex configurations, monitoring network traffic, or attending meetings.
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle to travel between various municipal sites and locations within the service area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Utah Retirement Systems participation
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation

Mission Statement

• We strive to build and maintain a vibrant City through personable community interactions and innovative local government services.

Applicant will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test