Networks Manager

The Networks Manager is responsible for managing technical components of the Emergency Services’ communications system networks. The role is also responsible for project development in conjunction with vendors and end users of the systems. Supports the mission of the Department of Emergency Services by promoting and assisting in providing safety and security to Chester County citizens so they can work, live and grow in a healthy and safe community. 

All Department of Emergency Services employees are essential personnel and may be required to work during non-business hours for extended periods of time. Essential employee duties may involve assignments within the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), deployment to a field location, or other duties as required during periods of emergencies or training/exercise.  Emergency assignments may be performed under adverse conditions, continue for periods ranging from a few hours to several weeks, and may require travel.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field or equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Five years of job-related experience.
• Relevant military experience may be considered.

Relevant background checks, clearances, physicals, drug tests, and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods Frequent use of hands/fingers for typing and operating standard office equipment Ability to hear and speak clearly and recognize and identify audible and visual signals Visual acuity to read computer screens and written documents, and distinguish colors Ability to climb or work on ladders, rarely Ability to lift to 50 pounds to a height of approximately 80 inches Ability to carry up to 50 pounds for up to 25 feet Ability to work with machinery

Work environment

Moderate to loud noise level Rapidly changing work assignments Occasionally exposure to outside weather and adverse weather conditions Required to operate a motor vehicle, including in hazardous driving conditions System maintenance and interruptions require special working hours and conditions. Exposure to Radio Frequency Emissions with required monitoring of exposure levels

Additional information

Relevant background checks, clearance, physicals, drug tests and any other assessments or evaluations will be conducted after an offer of employment is given per County policy.              Required for this role: All DES employees must successfully complete the following FEMA course within 6 months of hire: IS100 – Introduction to the Incident Command System IS200 – ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents IS700– National Incident Management System, An Introduction IS800 – National Response Framework, An Introduction IS2200 – Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions