The Network Engineer LAN or WAN will be responsible for assisting the Office of Information Technology in the design, installation, maintenance and repair of all computer networks, computer related hardware and electronics in schools and offices. Work also includes providing critical local area networks, wireless and wide area network technical support to all school system networks. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed in terms of accomplishment of objectives. Assignments are received through conferences, written, instructions/requests affording latitude in independent judgment and action in the performance of duties.

Designing, installing, maintenance and repair of computer networks, wired and wireless and related equipment;

Assisting in installation, configuring and implementation of various types of servers into a network infrastructure;

Evaluating computers, network components and software;

Developing procedures that support the effective use of computers by students, teachers, and all other system staff;

Selecting installing, testing and maintenance of software on computer networks;

Designing and presenting computer network and network application staff development modules;

Represent Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) IT network engineering LAN/WAN technical support and input at Prince George’s County Intergovernmental Network (I-NET), Prince George’s County Inter-County Broadband Network (ICBN) technical meetings and other organizations and agencies; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Considerable knowledge and experience in Windows XP, Vista, Seven, Eight, Ten to present day releases of Windows desktop operating systems;

Considerable knowledge and experience in Windows server software from Windows 2000 all versions,  2003, 2008, 2012 R2 to present release versions of Windows server operating systems and Microsoft applications;

Considerable knowledge in Windows Active Directory administration and troubleshooting; 

Extensive knowledge with Ethernet networks;

Knowledge and experience with Local Area Networks  installation, configuration, maintenance and repair;

Knowledge and experience in the configuration of routers and a large quantity of switches;

Knowledge and experience with Category 5e, 6, 6a, IEEE 802.11 data communications design standards and multi-mode/single mode fiber optics;

Knowledge and experience with DOS, Powershell, and Macintosh operating systems;

Knowledge and experience with UNIX & Linux variants;

Knowledge and experience in the configuration of file servers;

Ability to maintain and troubleshoot LAN and WAN connectivity and applications;

Able to support multiple vendor networks;

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills;

Excellent human relation skills; and

Maintain confidentiality.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Information Sciences with at least five (5) years’ experience preferred; or any combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in this position.



Preferred Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and/or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Aruba Certified Mobility Associate (ACMA), Aruba Certified Mobility Professional (ACMP), Aruba Certified ClearPass Professional (ACCP),Brocade Certified Network Engineer (BCNE), Brocade Certified Network Professional (BCNP).



No direct supervisory responsibilities.



The physical demands 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 with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




Must have a valid active Driver’s License in good standing. The employee in this position must have a reliable automobile as it is necessary in this position to travel to and from various PGCPS locations on a moment’s notice and frequently. In this position the employee will be required to perform work occasionally on evenings and weekends with little to no notice. The employee will be required to obtain pre-authorization to perform all evening and weekend work by his/her supervisor.