Filing Deadline: Wed
9/24/2025
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This position has recently been
accreted by TX union and will be a part of that union moving forward.
DESCRIPTION
DEPARMENT OVERVIEW:
UC San Diego is ranked the 9th best public university in the nation by U.S. News and
World Report and is the largest employer based in San Diego County.
Reporting to the VC-CFO, Information Technology Services (ITS)
delivers Enterprise information technology services to the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) under the leadership of the campus
Chief Information Officer (CIO). Information Technology Services (IT Services) uses world-class services and technologies to empower UC San
Diego’s mission to transform California and the world as a student-centered, research-focused, service-oriented public university. As a
strategic member of the UC San Diego community, IT Services embraces innovation in their delivery of IT services, infrastructure,
applications, and support. IT Services is customer-focused and committed to collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are core values at UC San Diego and within Information Technology Services. Crafting a culture
around these values allows us to more deeply connect with and appreciate our employees, students, and campus partners. Information
Technology Services is continuously working to build a community where we all feel safe, empowered, and encouraged to bring our authentic
selves to work. We do this not only because it is what’s right, but because we know that diversity drives insight and innovation. We are
proud to partner closely UC San Diego’s Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, as their dedication to this mission helps us all to
drive change.
The Data Communications Team designs, configures, maintains, upgrades and monitors UCSD’s campus-wide local, wide
area, and wireless networks. It supports the campus’s enterprise routers, switches, wireless access points and associated management tools.
These devices operate on Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, and other technologies in a heterogeneous
multi-protocol environment.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Applies skills as an experienced network communications
professional with a full understanding of industry practices and relevant policies and procedures in providing consultation, evaluation,
configuration, installation, troubleshooting and testing of wireless network hardware and software to include access points, controllers,
routers, switches, and other networking equipment. Resolves a wide range of complex network issues. Provides expert-level RF
troubleshooting, including addressing interference/rogue access points, coverage issues, access point hardware problems, PoE and other
technical issues across campus. Conducts RF site surveys and field tests, both in the field and predictive surveys of buildings under
construction. Creates wireless network AP placement designs, considering various factors including network performance requirements,
anticipated uses, user density, installation constraints, environmental RF characteristics, anticipated RF coverage and propagation,
industry best practices, and other factors. Implement complex Ethernet switch configuration and testing.
Responsibilities:
* Provides design, engineering and maintenance assistance on the UCSD campus WLAN/LAN/WAN.
* Provides consultation, evaluation, installation and testing of network devices and network management systems to include wireless
access points, WLAN controllers, routers, switches and other network equipment manufactured by Cisco and other vendors in a heterogeneous
multi-protocol environment.
* Installs and troubleshoots devices on campus wireless, fiber optic, and ethernet networks.
* Applies
skills as a seasoned, experienced wireless communications professional with a full understanding of industry practices and relevant policies
and procedures.
* Resolves a wide range of complex network issues.
* Demonstrates competency in selecting methods and techniques to
obtain solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience /
training. - Thorough understanding of various network hardware platforms, network related protocols and software including
understanding of OSI layer 3 protocols at a basic level and layer 2 protocols at a complex level and related technical standards critical to
the operation of interconnected networks. Knowledge of and skilled with wireless 802.11 protocol suite, CAPWAP, WPA2, TCP/IP, SNMP,
Ethernet, routing protocols and related concepts. - Thorough knowledge of wireless RF and spectrum concepts, mathematics, and use in
wireless data networks. Demonstrated ability to use wireless network management software and spectrum analyzer to document, configure,
analyze, and troubleshoot wireless networks. - Practical hands-on experience with configuring wired and wireless network hardware in
use at UCSD (currently Cisco equipment) such as routers, switches, access points, WLAN controllers, and network management
systems. - Working knowledge of industry best practices for AP placement, RF survey procedures, and other wireless functions. Ability
to independently conduct daily walking, in field, RF surveys, RF troubleshooting/ investigation, and AP troubleshooting using appropriate
hardware and software. - Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various
levels in the organization. Excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communications. Able to communicate complex
information in a clear and concise manner. - Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Ability to set priorities
to be self-directed, based on relative importance of job responsibilities. Ability to gather, organize and analyze data in the completion of
a variety of functional assignments. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Required to hold valid driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or
enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. - Employee must be available to work evenings and weekends.
- Employee
must be available to travel as required. - Must be willing to schedule vacation on a yearly basis, as necessary.
- Must be
willing to work on a rotating on-call basis. - Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check
results. - This position has recently been accreted by TX union and will be a part of that union moving forward.
This
position is eligible for full benefits first day of hire:
a) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance.
b) Vacation/holidays (15 vacation days &
13 paid holidays a year).
c) Work/Life Balance.
d) UC Retirement Plan
e) Pet insurance.
For more information about UCSD
Benefits and Work/Life.
To calculate an approximate value of the UC Total Compensation package, please click: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/total-compensation-calculator.php
Pay
Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $88,000 – $161,600 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $42.15 – $77.39
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience,
skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale
referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The
Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and
collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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