JOB SUMMARY

WHO WE ARE:

Mt. San Jacinto Community College District is committed to achieving parity in academic outcomes by removing institutional barriers and creating an inclusive and culturally affirming learning environment. As outlined in the District’s Student Equity Pledge,https://www.msjc.edu/equitypledge/documents/MSJC_Equity_Pledge.pdf (Download PDF reader) “our purpose is to celebrate diversity, instill hope, and empower our students to transform their lives and those around them by challenging our perceptions and biases through self-reflection and constant inquiry to identify and eliminate equity gaps.” We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences — emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens, and socially responsible leaders. When you join our team at Mt. San Jacinto Community College District, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that approaches educational justice as a means for economic and social transformation and mobility demanding the broad collaboration among faculty, classified professional staff, administration, students and community partners.

THE COLLEGE AND THE DISTRICT:

Mt. San Jacinto Community College enrolls approximately 27,000 students each academic year and has a highly diverse student population that reflects the communities it serves. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Mt. San Jacinto Community College administers an array of student affinity programs specifically focused on supporting our diverse, multicultural, and multi-racial communities. Detailed information about the student population, including data related to student success, can be found on Mt. San Jacinto College’s Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Planning, and Research website.

WHO WE WANT:

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified professional staff, administration, students and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. The Mt. San Jacinto Community District seeks employees who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer position located at our campus in Temecula, CA. Under general direction, the Network Engineer reports to the Network Supervisor and/or the Dean of Information Technology. The Network Engineer performs designs and implements physical and virtual networks. The Network Engineer is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of network firewalls, web application firewalls, egress, ingress, and security groups. The Network Engineer performs network troubleshooting. The Network Engineer ensures virtual and physical networks operate efficiently. The Network Engineer assists in the scoping and verifying network requirements for construction and capital planning projects. Strong attention to detail, time management, project planning, problem solving, and task management skills are required to successfully complete the duties and tasks of the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements and duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this class.

Participate in networking design implementation, and assessment
Virtual networking design, implementation, and assessment
Multi-cloud networking design, implementation, and assessment
Design and implementation of firewalls and security policies
Troubleshooting of physical networks, virtual networks, VPNs, and other network components
Disaster recovery design, implementation, and assessment
Intrusion detection design, implementation, and assessment
Maintain knowledge of cybersecurity risks and mitigations
Participate in incident response in coordination with District Incident Response Team
Participate in defining low voltage requirements for construction projects
Implement and maintain wireless networks
Perform tier 4 customer support
Coordinate with stakeholders
Product assessment and procurement
Perform installation, maintenance, and assessment of networking hardware
Participate in the development of policies and procedures
Make recommendations to leadership
Maintain expert knowledge of network technology
Perform installation, maintenance, and assessment of networking software

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The incumbent should possess knowledge of:

Principles and methods of TCP/IP network technology design and administration
Virtual private cloud networking best practices
Intrusion detection and security configurations
Cisco ISE and DNA platforms
Network cabling and hardware
Router configuration and management
Advanced systems analysis and design concepts
Information sources to remain current in the field
Aerohive wireless LAN technology

The incumbent should possess skills in:

Working effectively as a team member
Meeting schedules and timelines
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing
Maintaining documentation and records
Handling multiple assignments simultaneously and set priorities based on customer needs

The incumbent should possess the ability to:

Reason logically and problem solve
Communicate clearly about complex issues
Document network infrastructure
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Prepare and maintain records and reports
Make sound independent judgments within established guidelines
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with computer system users, department staff, vendors and others encountered in the course of work
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others, including those from a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree (*attach transcript); AND
Current CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), CCNP, or CCIE certificate (*attach certificate); AND
Three (3) years of professional experience in installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting enterprise level local and wide-area networks; AND
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff

SUBSTITUTIONS

Substitutions for meeting the education requirement are allowed, as follows:

24 semester units equates to one (1) year of college level course work; OR
- One (1) year of professional experience
48 semester units equates to two (2) years of college level course work; OR
- An Associate’s degree
- A Professional certificate
- Two (2) years of professional experience
96 semester units equates to four (4) years of college level course work; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree
- Four (4) years of professional experience

Substitutions for meeting the professional experience requirement are allowed, as follows:

One (1) year of professional experience equates to 24 semester units of college level course work
Two (2) years of professional experience equates to 48 semester units of college level course work; OR
- An Associate’s degree
- A Professional Certificate
Four (4) years of professional experience equates to 96 semester units of college level course work; OR
- A Bachelor’s degree

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced Networking (AWS certificate)
Security (AWS certificate)

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is generally performed in an indoor classroom that may also include working in a lab setting.

Physical: Primary function requires sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom and or lab setting and may travel from site to site; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist; to lift carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds or more, carrying supplies, equipment; to operate classroom equipment requiring repetitive hand movements and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Initial salary placement for this position is from Step 1 to Step 4 depending on the amount of reasonably related experience. The job is a Classified position Level 30, working full time, 40 hours per week, 12 months. These positions serve District-Wide; applicants may be assigned to any district facility.

The current work schedule is Monday - Thursday 7 am to 4:30 pm and Friday 7:00 am to 11:00 am. Work hours are subject to change depending on department needs.

This position is in the California School Employees Association bargaining unit. For more information, please visit their website http://www.csea.com/

A six-month probationary period must be successfully completed before the selected candidate is considered a permanent employee of the District. The District provides a contribution towards medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Vacation and sick leave are provided. PERS participation is required for retirement eligible employees. As a condition of employment candidates will be required to complete a live scan for fingerprint clearance and a Tuberculosis (TB) test/Tuberculosis Risk Assessment form developed by the State Department of Public Health. Candidates must have an insurable driver’s record.

Mt. San Jacinto Community College will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Mt. San Jacinto Community College is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing’s Fair Chance Act webpage.

SALARY SCHEDULES

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Applications must be submitted through our online job board; creating a profile is required

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Please attach the following:

a current resume
transcripts of ALL college-level coursework (*see transcript tips below)
certification, training, vocational, or related program(s) if applicable
provide a list of professional references (include current or previous supervisors)

MSJC application must include details regarding how you satisfy the job requirements; including a statement of your philosophy regarding education and how you meet the qualifications (thoroughly answering supplemental questions "Personal Qualifications Statement" and “Diversity Statement” on the MSJC application is acceptable, or a separate document may be included in your submission)

TIPS FOR APPLYING

For positions that require education, transcript(s) must be attached to your application submission to verify completion of college-level coursework
Carefully review the Application Procedures and Tips for Applying to ensure your submission meets the minimum qualifications

If selected for an interview, a presentation and/or teaching demonstration may be required as a part of the interview process. If applicable, presentation instructions will be included in the invitation to schedule a formal interview.
The documents attached to your online application must satisfy the Minimum Qualifications listed for this job
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If you are employed by the District, it is still the applicant’s responsibility to upload the required attachment(s) to each application submission. The hiring committee does not have access to personnel files. The hiring committee only has access to evaluate the documents included with your application submission. You may contact HR to schedule an appointment to view your personnel file if you’d like access to the original transcript documents in your file.
Your application may be marked as incomplete due to an error with your transcript(s).

TRANSCRIPT TIPS:

Only transcripts from an accredited college or university will be accepted
Applicants must provide transcripts; whichmust include required authenticating factors: college/university seal, watermark, or official website footer, registrar signature, print or issue date, name of student, list of all coursework, degree conferral date, and degree major
Transcripts copied and pasted from a website, blurry, unreadable or cut off will not be accepted
Transcripts copied and pasted into a program where the text can easily be manipulated cannot be authenticated and are not accepted

Electronic/digital transcripts sent by a college are typically official, certified, and restricted electronic documents; and therefore, it’s recommended to print and save this type of official transcript to a separate file before attaching to your online profile - otherwise we may be unable to open or view the attachment
Foreign transcripts are not considered unless accompanied by an officialUnited States clearing house evaluation report, seeForeign Transcript Tips
If you attach documents that contain a personal photograph, it will be deleted from your submission
If hired, you must submit official, unopened transcripts prior to employment commencement

You must attach all the required documents before submitting your online application; otherwise it will be marked as incomplete

If you receive notice that your application was marked as incomplete, you are welcome to reapply as long as the position is still open
We do not accept documents submitted separate from the NEOED online application system
Any documents you want considered as part of your application profile MUST be included at the time you apply through NEOED
Hiring committees do not allow applicants to share documents during the formal interview (resume, portfolio, reference letters, etc.). The only exception would be if there are documents explicitly related to instructions included in a demonstration or presentation task.

THE COLLEGE

Mission: "Mt. San Jacinto College offers quality, accessible, equitable and innovative educational programs and services to students aspiring to achieve their academic, career and personal development goals. We provide students a safe environment in which to pursue basic skills, career and general education pathways. Our programs lead to transfer, associate degrees and certificates, which meet workforce development needs in our diverse communities. Our commitment to learning and achievement empowers students to enrich our communities and participate meaningfully in today's complex world."

Vision: Transforming Learners. Transforming Communities. Transforming Lives.

Values Statement: We are students, employees and a community. We believe that the act of teaching and learning is vital to a thriving community that enriches and, at times, saves lives. We commit to opportunities that inspire the following values in ourselves:

Excellence: We challenge students by setting high standards for learning and critical thinking, which we model with action.

Collaboration: We believe the best results are achieved through communication and participation among students, employees, industry and the community we serve.

Relationship: We nurture a community built on positive interactions and a genuine concern for the welfare of others.

Innovation: We cultivate a creative environment that promotes the development of new ideas for continuous quality improvement.

Relevance: We create educational experiences that have meaningful applications in a local and global context, today and tomorrow.

Access: We ensure equitable rights of all students by removing barriers to a quality education and promoting a network of support that improves learning opportunities.

Leadership: We empower people throughout the community to support and facilitate positive change.

Diversity: We respect and embrace the power of sharing our differences in thought, opinion, culture and background to optimize our collective strength.

Integrity: We believe in being true to our core values by consistently demonstrating our character and an institutional commitment to do the right thing.

THE COMMUNITY

The area provides a diverse geography that includes recreational lakes, mountains, desert and wide- open spaces. MSJC is located about 100 miles southeast of Los Angeles and 50 miles west of Palm Springs. There is freeway access to ocean beaches, skiing and cultural offerings in San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange County. Weekend recreational opportunities are a few hours away in Las Vegas, Arizona and nearby mountain resorts. Local theater productions and art galleries provide year-round entertainment, including the famous Ramona Festival and Pageant.

GENERAL

Applicants who need assistance in the application and/or hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department as soon as possible. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. The Board assures that all employees and applicants for employment will be provided equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, or veteran status.

TRAVEL EXPENSES ARE NOT COVERED BY THE DISTRICT

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employer Website: www.msjc.edu

In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to (951) 487-3161. For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

E-VERIFY DISCLOSUREMSJC will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please access the links from the drop down menu at the top left of the job board web page for further details regarding the E-Verify program.

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