Optical Network Engineer

DoITT provides for the sustained, efficient and effective delivery of IT services, infrastructure and telecommunications to enhance service delivery to New York City’s residents, businesses, employees and visitors. As the City’s technology leader, DoITT is responsible for maintaining the foundational IT infrastructure and systems that touch every aspect of City life from public safety to human services, from education to economic development crossing the full spectrum of governmental operations. The successful candidate will serve as an Optical Network Engineer reporting to IT Services Division. Responsibilities will include: ? Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and monitoring of Optical Network equipment and circuits, in both technical facilities as well as client locations. This includes but not limited to; transport systems, management devices, dark and lit fiber, structured cable systems. Completes periodic maintenance on all network, telecommunication, and other installed equipment. ? Performs testing using various network test equipment and diagnostic procedures for all transport mediums in accordance with industry standards, procedures and vendor specifications. This includes; dark fiber, and DS1 10G services? Coordinates the testing and turn up of service with all involved clients and providers to ensure services meet all required test parameters. Share appropriate information to increase the effectiveness and efficiencies of the entire Optical organization.

Minimum Qual Requirements

1. A certificate from an accredited technical school (approximately 675 hours) with a specialization in computer operations, and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, acquired within the last eight years, working on large-scale mainframe computer operations or mainframe data communication networks; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time experience, acquired within the last eight years, as described in “1” above; or 3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory full-time experience, acquired within the last eight years, as described in “1” above; or 4. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to “1”, “2”, or “3” above. However, all candidates must have at least two years of full-time experience, acquired within the last eight years, as described in “1” above.

Preferred Skills

The preferred candidate should possess the following: ? Working knowledge of optical time-domain reflectometer (OTDR); Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications;? Working knowledge of various circuit test equipment for DS1 -10G circuit types.;? Should have the ability to maintain and possess all necessary tools, test equipment, laptops etc. to successfully complete the task at hand;? Should be a self-starter, keep detailed notes and documentation;? Working knowledge of fiber cabling, patch panels, structured cable plants;? Ability to interface and work with various telecom carriers and vendors in a professional, efficient and productive manner;? Ability to provision various circuit types, DS1 10G;? Working knowledge of network management systems/designs, preferably Cisco CTC and CPO management platforms;? Working knowledge of all available network management systems, tickets systems and related databases; ? Should have and maintain a valid driver?s license; ? Should be capable of traveling as required via mass transit or provided transportation with all necessary equipment to all five boroughs and DR sites as necessary; ? Should possess the ability to work varied shifts, days and overtime in accordance with the needs of the agency; ? Should possess the ability to lift 49lbs. Participate in group lift of 50lbs or more.

To Apply

Special Note: Taking and passing civil service exams are necessary to maintain employment with the City of New York. Please check the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) website (http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/exam_monthly.shtml) for important exam filing information. Please ensure that you are either a permanent employee in the civil service title listed on this posting, or, that you file for the examination when there is an open filing period. For more information regarding the civil service process, please visit the DCAS website at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/work.shtml For City employees, please go to Employee Self Service (ESS), click on Recruiting Activities > Careers, and search for Job ID #342114For all other applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/jobs/search and search for Job ID #342114-or-If you do not have access to a computer, please mail resume indicating Job ID # to: Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications (DoITT)Recruitment Office – 2 Metrotech Center – 4th Floor – Brooklyn, NY 11201SUBMISSION OF A RESUME IS NOT A GUARANTEE THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN INTERVIEWAPPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO OVERSIGHT APPROVALThe Department of Information Technology & Telecommunications and the City of New York are equal opportunity employers.DoITT participates in E-Verify

Hours/Shift

Day – Due to the necessary technical support duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, candidate may be required to work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.

Work Location

Brooklyn, NY

Residency Requirement

City Residency is not required for this position