Networking and Systems Engineer

POLYTECH School District is now accepting applications for:

Networking and Systems Engineer

Closing Date for Application: September 21, 2026

Date of Employment: As Soon As Possible

POLYTECH School District is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Network and Systems Engineer. This position reports to the IT Supervisor and is responsible for supporting and maintaining the District's network, servers, technology systems, and applications. The position will also provide support for Infinite Campus, pupil accounting, student data, and required reporting needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the District's physical and virtual servers, including VMware.
• Complete server, operating system, storage, and other system updates.
• Manage server permissions, backups, antivirus, malware protection, and other security tools.
• Monitor servers and systems to make sure they are secure and operating properly.
• Assist with planning for the replacement of servers, network equipment, and other technology.
• Manage and support network switches, wireless networks, firewalls, content filtering, and related equipment.
• Support the District's digital and VoIP phone systems.
• Support security cameras, building access systems, and related technology.
• Manage desktop imaging, software deployment, and device management.
• Troubleshoot network, server, hardware, software, and application issues.
• Manage and support web-based and network applications.
• Maintain secure data transfers between District systems and outside applications.
• Provide support for the District's Infinite Campus Student Information System.
• Support pupil accounting, student enrollment, student data, and required reporting needs.
• Assist with Infinite Campus setup, troubleshooting, user access, reports, imports, exports, and data corrections.
• Review student data for accuracy and help correct issues that may affect pupil accounting or required reporting.
• Support data transfers between Infinite Campus and District, state, and other educational systems.
• Assist with required student data reporting and related pupil accounting processes.
• Maintain user accounts, permissions, and appropriate system access.
• Maintain records of technology equipment, network connections, systems, and replacement needs.
• Assist with technology projects and track major project deadlines and progress.
• Work with vendors as needed to install, repair, upgrade, or troubleshoot District systems.
• Plan and schedule system maintenance to limit interruptions to staff and students.
• Assist other technology staff with technical issues and projects as needed.
• Communicate technology changes, outages, and expectations to staff in a professional manner.
• Protect confidential student, employee, and District information.
• Administer communication systems.
• Administer and provide continued support for in-house PHP/MySQL Self Service Portal and related applications
• Manage and support auditorium light and sound boards
• Provide advanced audio-visual support for the Broadcast Media program including video switching technology (Tri-caster)
• Provide advanced support for CTE program applications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field (i.e. computer science, software engineering, electronic engineering) from a regionally accredited 4-year college or university.

Licensure and Certification: Relevant IT engineering and networking certification(s) are preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' three years of experience in network management, systems support, application support, or a related technology field, preferably in a K-12 environment.
• Minimum 3 years' experience providing application support.
• Experience supporting a student information system, specifically Infinite Campus is preferred.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors:

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of networks, servers, wireless systems, virtualization, computer hardware, and software.
• Knowledge of network and system security.
• Ability to support District software and applications.
• Ability to work with student information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain accurate technology and system records.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage several assignments and priorities at the same time.
• Ability to learn new systems and technology.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to staff and other users.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to regularly handle, move, install, and set up laptops, computers, monitors, printers, network equipment, and other technology devices.
• Ability to lift and carry technology equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work in different positions while installing or servicing technology equipment.
• Ability to run, pull, and organize network and other low-voltage cabling as needed.
• Ability to work above or below desks, in equipment rooms, network closets, and other areas where technology equipment is located.
• Ability to use ladders or step stools when necessary to access equipment, cabling, wireless access points, cameras, and other technology.
• Ability to regularly use computers, hand tools, and other equipment necessary to install, maintain, and repair technology systems.
• Ability to move throughout the district and work areas as needed.
• May occasionally be required to perform technology work outside of normal working hours for system maintenance, upgrades, installations, or other operational needs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Terms of Employment:

• This is a full time, benefit-eligible position twelve-month (261-day) position.
• This position reports to the Technology Coordinator.
• Successful completion of Criminal Background Check, TB Test, and Child Protection Registry Clearance must be completed prior to start of employment.
• Salary will be calculated in accordance with the verified educational level and work experience of the selected candidate and in accordance with the district's salary scale.
• Direct deposit of payroll checks is mandatory and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment.

Applicant will need to email Dr. LaTonya Pierce atlatonya.pierce@polytech.k12.de.us to confirm the

application has been received. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

The POLYTECH School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law. The Director of Personnel and Student Supports has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment policies, Special Education, English Learners, Section 504, and Title VI/Title IX inquiries. All staff can be reached at (302) 697-2170; POLYTECH School District, 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE 19980. All staff can be reached at (302) 697-2170; POLYTECH School District, 823 Walnut Shade Road, Woodside, DE 19980.