I remember reading a few weeks ago that a couple of fellow Geocachers were currently out of work :(  I don't remember who they were but thought they were in the Technology field. Thought I would post this in case they have the qualifications and are interested.

Ken


TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK ENGINEER I/II

(Information Technology Department)

 

OPENING DATE:       May 29, 2002                                  CLOSING DATE:            June 10, 2002

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE
Level I:  $46,560 - $62,858                                                Level II:  $51,386 - $69,372

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Level I: Requires one year of increasingly responsible telecommunications engineering experience in radio, voice and data communications.

Level II: Requires three years of increasingly responsible telecommunications engineering experience in radio, voice and data communications.  

Both levels require the equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in electronics or communications engineering or a related field.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency with Lucent (Avaya) G3R and Intuity Voicemail Systems, including experience with Cisco Systems Voiceover IP is preferred.  Knowledge of CAT 5 and 5E 6 is desirable.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Additionally, each application must include a signed supplemental questionnaire.  City employees must subscribe to and promote the City of Tempe's Mission and Values.  Our Mission is to make Tempe the best place to live, work and play.  We Value People. Integrity. Respect. Openness. Creativity. and Quality. Successful completion of probationary period is contingent upon passing a FBI background investigation.

 

REPRESENTATIVE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ø       Develop tactical and long-range plans for the City's telecommunications infrastructure; perform routine analysis on the design and efficiency of the infrastructure to ensure that it's current and future structure will meet the business needs of the City.

Ø       Act as project coordinator for projects of moderate complexity including integrated voice and data switch, local area network, and related systems.

Ø       Assist in developing complex technical specifications for the design or purchase of communications equipment including fiber optic systems, cable switches and related equipment; evaluate communications products; assist in the development and implementation of long-term goals and objectives to meet the City's telecommunications needs.

Ø       Research telecommunications equipment to ensure that it meets the specifications established by the City; recommend design, construction, installation, and maintenance of equipment.

Ø       Prepare operational reports including project status, equipment, network, inventory and Area activity summaries; develop and maintain procedures manual.

Ø       Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; monitor and control expenditures; participate in the selection of staff.

Ø       Maintain contact with vendors to obtain information on product changes and new products; call vendors for status reports on purchases.

Ø       Attend professional meetings and conferences as required; monitors the switch environment, including voicemail backups and PBX.

Ø       Perform related duties as assigned.

SELECTION CRITERIA

An official City of Tempe application must be filled out in order to qualify for this position. Applicants whose experience and training most closely suit the needs of the City may be selected for further testing/interviews.  The City of Tempe conducts thorough background checks.  Falsifying information or lying during any stage of the selection/hiring process will make you ineligible for new or continued City employment.

Recruitment Code: 1302                                                                BG/SK