Amarillo Independent School District
Network Manager (4075)
JOB POSTING
Job Details
Posting ID 4075
Title Network Manager
Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Manage the work and projects of a team of network administrators. The team develops, plans,
directs, designs, coordinates, and administers the overall strategic goals of the Amarillo
Independent School District’s network system (a large network of 20,000 plus LAN/WAN/WLAN
nodes Wired and Wireless Infrastructure). The position evaluates and recommends to the Chief
Technology Officer the technologies and cost estimates to implement the district network
infrastructure to meet district educational goals and objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s Degree
OR
Associate's Degree/60 credit hours AND equivalent work experience- minimum of 8 years
network experience
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Extensive knowledge of networking protocols; networking standards and practices, LAN, WLAN
and WAN products
Extensive experience working with LAN and WAN vendors
Experience with optical WAN networking using DWDM technologies
Extensive experience in problem solving in complex network environments as evidenced by one
or more of the following certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) with preference
given to Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or
Cisco Certified Internet Expert (CCIE)
Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Professional interpersonal skills necessary to work with school personnel
Excellent organizational and problem solving skills and initiative with multitask orientation
Successful experience in working as part of a group
Work Conditions:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work is primarily performed in an office environment with frequent districtwide
and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent
interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Regular attendance is an essential function
Minimum Experience:
10 or more years of advanced networking experience preferably working with Texas School
Districts
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Administer and direct systems and services related to district networks for the purpose of
ensuring availability of services to authorized users.
2. Assess hardware requirements for District/Campus LAN requirements and make
recommendations for purchase.
3. Responsible for the implementation, configuration and ongoing support of network
hardware/firmware.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $88,809.90 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
