Network Engineer II

Position is responsible for managing the public safety radio system for MESA. This includes hardware and non-application software for storage, servers, and route/switch. The City of Indianapolis prioritizes and celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. This position values diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city whom they serve.

Manages and provides oversight of the radio system, including hardware, software, databases, towers & tower facilities, microwave, generators, battery backup systems, dispatch consoles, mobile and handheld radios.

Manages maintenance operations, including monitoring, scheduling, contacting vendors and proper documentation.

Manages security systems of all tower sites, including buildings, towers, perimeter and grounds.

Maintains communication with agencies operating on the radio system, including responding to inquiries and concerns, problem resolution, coordinating activities, and communicating policy/procedural changes as needed.

Maintains all licensing for radio frequencies and tower sites in accordance with FCC and FAA regulations and required by Federal Law.

Prepares reports related to the radio system as needed by management or end user agencies.

Maintains awareness of new trends and advances in the field; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

Establishes yearly goals and objectives for the operation of the radio system.

Assists in annual budget preparation for components related to the radio system.

On call 24 hours daily, as assigned, to support MESA operations.

Manages and mentors direct reports.

Completes performance reviews for direct reports, while monitoring performance and the utilization of skills.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Bachelor's degree plus five (5) years of related, progressive experience in application/systems administration. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education. Prior experience preferred in Public Safety with Motorola Solutions ASTRO25 radio systems. Requires excellent intrapersonal communication and facilitation, independent judgment and proven problem-solving abilities. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to develop and conduct effective presentations. Knowledge of and experience with standard office practices. Demonstrates initiative to work independently and is self-motivated. Must possess and maintain a valid Indiana Driver's License.

Technical Experience should include proficiency of the following technologies: Microsoft Technologies (SQL Server Data Tools, Windows 10, Windows Server 2012 or later, Office – Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Disaster Recovery Planning; Project Planning; Cat5e cable termination; and data center fiber optic practices.

Technical Experience should include an introductory level of the following technologies:

Installation and configuration of physical and virtual servers; Installation and Configuration of Cisco routers, switches and related equipment; V Sphere; Cloud Computing; Firewalls; Backup Administration; Privacy and Security Administration.

Most work is conducted in a standard office environment and IT data center environment. However, is subject to non-scheduled call-outs and occasional after-hours scheduled work. Some work needs to be performed in back rooms, closets, and basements which may have temperature extremes and less than ideal housekeeping. Position may be required to attend meetings at customer locations, travel to and work in multiple remote locations that house IT equipment and perform work outside of normal business hours.