Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
TPWD - Network Specialist IV (Network Engineer)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Title
TPWD - Network Specialist IV (Network Engineer)
Employer Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Application URL Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00053523
Mission TPWD Mission: To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
Benefits Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits including generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, frequent training and staff development opportunities, longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, and an Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. Health insurance begins on the first of the following month after a 60‑day waiting period.
Application Requirements All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION. Provide dates of employment, hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor and phone number, and description of duties performed. Volunteer and part‑time experience may be counted toward requirements.
College transcripts are required at the time of interview if education is used to meet the minimum requirements. A copy of a college transcript issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
Applications missing any of the required information may be considered incomplete.
Military Employment Preference Claims of military employment preference must include required documentation such as veteran DD214 or relevant forms. Please see the Military Employment Reference page for details.
Hiring Contact Gaylon Williams, (512) 389-4554
Work Location IT Operations, TPWD HQ, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas, 78744
General Description This position is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization’s Cisco‑based unified communications systems, ensuring secure, reliable, and high‑performing connectivity. It involves configuring and troubleshooting network infrastructure, optimizing voice systems, and collaborating with IT teams to support business operations.
Under the direction of the Network Operations Manager, this position performs highly complex (senior‑level) network systems work, supporting design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and related systems. Responsibilities include monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, deployment and configuration of network hardware and software, network upgrades and modifications, implementing security practices, conducting routine assessments, maintaining documentation, and staying current with emerging technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Configure, maintain and troubleshoot Cisco‑based network infrastructure.
Monitor performance and troubleshoot wide range of network, voice, data, video, and wireless issues.
Deploy, configure and upgrade network hardware and software.
Implement standard security practices and conduct assessments to ensure compliance.
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and service records.
Collaborate with IT teams to develop practical network solutions.
Provide technical support to end‑users and IT staff.
Work with limited supervision, exercising initiative and independent judgment.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited university in a technical field of study.
Experience: 5 years of progressively responsible network engineering experience.
Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
Acceptable Substitutions
Three or more years of relevant contiguous network experience OR a technical/vocational certificate in network administration, design, or information systems may substitute for the associate’s degree.
Four or more years of extensive experience in network security may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Four‑year Bachelor of Science degree in a network or information technology related field.
Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible network engineering experience, preferably with a project focus.
Licensure: Cisco CCNA or equivalent certification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Cisco technologies and related networking concepts.
Additional Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Other.
Industry: Government Administration.
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Employer Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Application URL Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00053523
Mission TPWD Mission: To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
Benefits Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits including generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, frequent training and staff development opportunities, longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, and an Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. Health insurance begins on the first of the following month after a 60‑day waiting period.
Application Requirements All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION. Provide dates of employment, hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor and phone number, and description of duties performed. Volunteer and part‑time experience may be counted toward requirements.
College transcripts are required at the time of interview if education is used to meet the minimum requirements. A copy of a college transcript issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
Applications missing any of the required information may be considered incomplete.
Military Employment Preference Claims of military employment preference must include required documentation such as veteran DD214 or relevant forms. Please see the Military Employment Reference page for details.
Hiring Contact Gaylon Williams, (512) 389-4554
Work Location IT Operations, TPWD HQ, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas, 78744
General Description This position is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization’s Cisco‑based unified communications systems, ensuring secure, reliable, and high‑performing connectivity. It involves configuring and troubleshooting network infrastructure, optimizing voice systems, and collaborating with IT teams to support business operations.
Under the direction of the Network Operations Manager, this position performs highly complex (senior‑level) network systems work, supporting design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and related systems. Responsibilities include monitoring network performance, troubleshooting issues, deployment and configuration of network hardware and software, network upgrades and modifications, implementing security practices, conducting routine assessments, maintaining documentation, and staying current with emerging technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Configure, maintain and troubleshoot Cisco‑based network infrastructure.
Monitor performance and troubleshoot wide range of network, voice, data, video, and wireless issues.
Deploy, configure and upgrade network hardware and software.
Implement standard security practices and conduct assessments to ensure compliance.
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and service records.
Collaborate with IT teams to develop practical network solutions.
Provide technical support to end‑users and IT staff.
Work with limited supervision, exercising initiative and independent judgment.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited university in a technical field of study.
Experience: 5 years of progressively responsible network engineering experience.
Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
Acceptable Substitutions
Three or more years of relevant contiguous network experience OR a technical/vocational certificate in network administration, design, or information systems may substitute for the associate’s degree.
Four or more years of extensive experience in network security may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Four‑year Bachelor of Science degree in a network or information technology related field.
Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible network engineering experience, preferably with a project focus.
Licensure: Cisco CCNA or equivalent certification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Cisco technologies and related networking concepts.
Additional Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Other.
Industry: Government Administration.
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