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Working Title: Network Designer

Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID : 79908

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/04/2024

• Closing Date : 09/24/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit : Office of Enterprise Tech / Network Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 20% of the time

• Salary Range: $36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually

• Job Class Option : Network

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,600+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Enterprise Services team, which delivers a full suite of services to state agencies, boards, councils, and commissions, and many central services to local government partners.

As a Network Designer with MNIT, you will play a key role in shaping and maintaining the network infrastructure that supports MNIT and its customers. In this role, you will plan, design, and implement advanced Wide Area Network (WAN), Local Area Network (LAN), and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) systems. You will be responsible for making strategic decisions that enhance network performance and reliability while ensuring seamless connectivity across MNet’s wide area network services. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor and train Information Technology Specialist staff, sharing your expertise in WAN, LAN, and WLAN services. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical network solutions that drive innovation and connectivity.

This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies in St. Paul, Minnesota.

• Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here. (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :

Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of IT related experience in network design, automation, and management.

Experience must include:

• Experience in Cisco WAN/LAN/WLAN Administration.

• Experience with TCP/IP network protocols, including network addressing standards and IP administration.

• Ability to analyze, diagnose, and resolve complex network issues using tools such as Catalyst Center and other SNMP management systems.

• Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.

• Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A master’s degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in communication technologies, particularly in MPLS or TCP/IP router networks.

• Experience with programming languages and Perl scripting, with the ability to automate network tasks and processes.

• Experience with network management tools, particularly Cisco Catalyst Center and similar SNMP-based systems.

• Understanding of data communication protocols and network equipment, with a focus on end-user equipment functions.

• Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting router and switched networks, specifically within Cisco environments.

• Advanced knowledge of network equipment, including routers, gateways, and switches, with the ability to implement and optimize these components in a network environment.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Social Security and Address Verification

• Education Verification

• CJIS Background Check

• Driver's License Record Check

• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.