University of Colorado Boulder
Manager, Wireless Network Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Manager, Wireless Network Engineering — University of Colorado Boulder
The Office Information Technology at CU Boulder invites applications for a
Manager of Wireless Network Engineering . The Network Wireless Manager directs a team of engineers that sustain CU Boulder’s wireless network. This is a hands-on Manager with the ability to demonstrate expertise in the daily operation of an enterprise-class network, including network management, financial oversight, trouble resolution, configuration development and deployment. This role requires the application of communication skills with the ability to develop and grow business relationships and drive a customer-first focus. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
– Leadership and Management: Responsible for managing network wireless engineers, including human resource responsibilities (updating job descriptions, hiring, coaching, mentoring). Collaborate with the Associate Director of Network Engineering & Operations and direct reports to write goal plans that include ongoing training and documentation initiatives.
Operational Support: Work alongside the wireless network engineering team to implement new and emerging network technologies across campus. This includes high-density wireless deployments, emerging WiFi technologies, and life-safety LMR systems. Solve sophisticated issues and communicate solutions to complex problems at a broad level. Ensure wireless infrastructure design considers the needs and capabilities of the wired network (backbone, core, border networks, firewalls). Regularly collaborate with internal and external partners to align technologies and avoid disparate network environments.
Process Improvement: Review existing processes to identify areas for improvement, including equipment maintenance and tracking, On-Call procedures, network monitoring and alerting, customer service engagements, and knowledge base updates.
Documentation: Ensure departmental and networking documentation is created and available in the OIT knowledge base portal. Update as technology evolves and collaborate with network engineers and technical writers to maintain program continuity.
Financial Oversight: Responsible for network equipment and staff salary planning and budget creation. Manage renewals, replacements, purchasing plans, FTE/temporary positions, salary upgrades, asset tracking, and contracts. Coordinate with the OIT finance office for financial oversight.
Customer Service: Monitor service and incident requests for duration and quality. Meet with internal and campus partners regularly to understand needs and ensure network services provide value. Resolve issues promptly and supervise daily work within the unit, including request and incident management.
What You Should Know
Standard schedule Monday-Friday 8am – 5pm. Occasional work outside of normal business hours to support outages and events. Hybrid position with on-campus presence within 1 hour.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this position is $102,612 - $120,570.
Benefits The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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What We Require
A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field. A combination of education and/or job-related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
5 years of experience that includes:
Working in Network Administration or Engineering in an enterprise or campus environment;
Managing an enterprise wireless network;
2 years of experience with network monitoring and alerting using industry-standard tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios, or similar.
A Valid U.S. Driver's License.
What You Will Need
Communication skills.
Special Instructions To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
September 15, 2025
for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact or remove age-identifying information in your materials. You will not be penalized for redacting this information.
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Manager of Wireless Network Engineering . The Network Wireless Manager directs a team of engineers that sustain CU Boulder’s wireless network. This is a hands-on Manager with the ability to demonstrate expertise in the daily operation of an enterprise-class network, including network management, financial oversight, trouble resolution, configuration development and deployment. This role requires the application of communication skills with the ability to develop and grow business relationships and drive a customer-first focus. CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
– Leadership and Management: Responsible for managing network wireless engineers, including human resource responsibilities (updating job descriptions, hiring, coaching, mentoring). Collaborate with the Associate Director of Network Engineering & Operations and direct reports to write goal plans that include ongoing training and documentation initiatives.
Operational Support: Work alongside the wireless network engineering team to implement new and emerging network technologies across campus. This includes high-density wireless deployments, emerging WiFi technologies, and life-safety LMR systems. Solve sophisticated issues and communicate solutions to complex problems at a broad level. Ensure wireless infrastructure design considers the needs and capabilities of the wired network (backbone, core, border networks, firewalls). Regularly collaborate with internal and external partners to align technologies and avoid disparate network environments.
Process Improvement: Review existing processes to identify areas for improvement, including equipment maintenance and tracking, On-Call procedures, network monitoring and alerting, customer service engagements, and knowledge base updates.
Documentation: Ensure departmental and networking documentation is created and available in the OIT knowledge base portal. Update as technology evolves and collaborate with network engineers and technical writers to maintain program continuity.
Financial Oversight: Responsible for network equipment and staff salary planning and budget creation. Manage renewals, replacements, purchasing plans, FTE/temporary positions, salary upgrades, asset tracking, and contracts. Coordinate with the OIT finance office for financial oversight.
Customer Service: Monitor service and incident requests for duration and quality. Meet with internal and campus partners regularly to understand needs and ensure network services provide value. Resolve issues promptly and supervise daily work within the unit, including request and incident management.
What You Should Know
Standard schedule Monday-Friday 8am – 5pm. Occasional work outside of normal business hours to support outages and events. Hybrid position with on-campus presence within 1 hour.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this position is $102,612 - $120,570.
Benefits The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
Be Statements Be collaborative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from an accredited institution in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field. A combination of education and/or job-related experience may be substituted for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
5 years of experience that includes:
Working in Network Administration or Engineering in an enterprise or campus environment;
Managing an enterprise wireless network;
2 years of experience with network monitoring and alerting using industry-standard tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios, or similar.
A Valid U.S. Driver's License.
What You Will Need
Communication skills.
Special Instructions To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
A current resume.
A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by
September 15, 2025
for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact or remove age-identifying information in your materials. You will not be penalized for redacting this information.
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