Network Engineer Job at Aims Community College (Greeley)

Network Engineer

Aims Community College

Location:
United States , Greeley

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

83700.00 - 90396.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Network Engineer drives the design, implementation, and maintenance of Aims Community College’s mission-critical network infrastructure. This position will lead strategic planning, design, capacity forecasting, and the development of network technology roadmaps to support institutional innovation. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of network hardware and software, from researching and recommending vendor solutions to performing complex troubleshooting and ensuring rigorous security compliance.

Job Responsibility:

Lead strategic planning efforts by researching, planning, designing, and implementing technical network solutions and frameworks for local and wide area networks and infrastructure
Develop technology roadmaps
Develop test and implementation plans
Ensure compatibility of solutions with all layers and types of network technologies in use
Capacity planning and forecasting for the College’s networks and infrastructure
Monitor functionality, troubleshoot, or upgrade as necessary
Responsible for Windows and Linux network configuration. System diagnostics and troubleshooting, including analysis of ongoing performance, system slowdowns, and bottlenecks
Monitoring the health of day-to-day operations of networks, servers, systems, and all other mission-critical IT systems, as well as vulnerability patch management
Check all monitoring systems for issues daily. Create tickets and resolve issues as needed
Lift, install, and move servers and devices in the data center and at other sites as needed
Required to participate in a rotating schedule of IT on-call coverage and maintenance outside normal business hours
Required travel to our satellite campuses as needed
Evaluate and recommend technology and equipment purchases
Research, recommend, and develop policies, procedures, and standards in accordance with the College’s security practices
Document processes, procedures, equipment details, configurations, software specifics, network or systems administration notes
Document any job-related functions in the departmental knowledge base for the Network, Infrastructure, and Communication Systems team

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in computer science or another related field
plus six (6) years of Experience in designing, implementing, testing, maintaining, and monitoring of distributed networks, routers, switches, firewalls, cabling infrastructure (fiber and Ethernet), and datacenter management in a high-performance environment or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
This position requires the use of a company vehicle and/or personal vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance
Self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and as a collaborative team member
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Problem-solving skills for complex systems and issues, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to solve complex system issues efficiently
Excellent time management and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this role

Nice to have:

Network Engineer or design certifications
CCNA, CCNE, A+, Net+, Extreme or other relevant certifications
Experience in Networking Design for new construction, building remodeling, and multi-site connectivity
Experience in a Higher Education environment

What we offer:

100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
Voluntary vision insurance
Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
Tuition waiver for dependents
PERA employer
Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
Free parking on all campuses

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 18, 2026

Expiration:
March 02, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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