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IS Advisor 3 - CHYM Network Architect

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IS Advisor 3 - CHYM Network Architect

Salary

$138,736.00 - $180,357.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Civil Service

Job Number

26130E

Department

Information Technology Services

Division

Communication Technology

Opening Date

12/15/2025

Closing Date

12/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

This open competitive position within the Information Technology Services (ITS) Department is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of a network dedicated to all transit-related initiatives under the Choose How You Move Program (CHYM). This includes identifying/leading the resolution of problems, performance monitoring, etc. This position is expected to demonstrate advanced knowledge and proficiency in the maintenance and management of intelligent transportation systems (ITS), including traffic signal networking, connected vehicle technology, and transit communication networks.

ITS is a 24x7 information technology shop. Applicant must be willing and available to perform duties as required by the job. This may include work on nights, weekends and holidays.

Typical Duties

+ Responsible for the design, implementation, and support of a network dedicated to all transit-related initiatives under the Choose How You Move Program, including advanced traffic signal controllers, adaptive signal control, and transit signal priority (TSP) systems.

+ Communicating complex technical material to both technical and non-technical audiences.

+ Analyzing complex information and scenarios to solve difficult problems.

+ Demonstrate understanding of network concepts such as IP addressing, advanced routing protocols, and complex configuration processes.

+ Demonstrate a working knowledge of ITS networking and communication protocols, including National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation System Protocol (NTCIP) standards for traffic control devices.

+ Familiarity with Fiber optic and wireless communication networks used in traffic management systems.

+ Responsible for configuration and troubleshooting of networked traffic signal controllers, including adaptive and coordinated signal timing systems.

+ Demonstrate awareness of security best practices for transportation and critical infrastructure networks.

+ Providing network resiliency strategies for real-time transportation data transmission.

Minimum Qualifications

Six (6) years of experience in networking services with demonstrated experience using Cisco products, enterprise networking environment, and network performance monitoring tools, including software defined networking.

*No Substitutions*

*Resume must be included with application to ensure consideration*

LICENSE REQUIRED:

Valid Driver's License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Candidate must receive and maintain a passing status from Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) background check.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Extensive background in technical team management and development

+ Strong background in Network Operations

+ Knowledge and understanding of Dynamic Routing Protocols (IP, OSPF, and BGP)

+ Knowledge and understanding of intelligent Traffic Systems

+ Experience with Software Defined Networking (SDN)

+ Experience with and deploying National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation System Protocol (NTCIP) standards

+ Experience in developing security best practices for transportation and critical infrastructure networks

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

+ No diploma

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

02

If you have a degree, indicate your major field of study in the area below.

03

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

+ Yes

+ No

04

How many years of experience do you have in networking services with demonstrated experience using Cisco products, enterprise networking environment, and network performance monitoring tools, including software defined networking?

+ No Experience

+ One year

+ Two years

+ Three years

+ Four years

+ Five years

+ Six years or more

05

Indicate which networking services you have experience using.

+ None

+ Cisco poducts

+ Enterprise networking environment

+ Network performance monitoring tools

+ Software defined networking

06

Briefly describe your experience in networking services with demonstrated experience using Cisco products, enterprise networking environment, and network performance monitoring tools, including software defined networking. If none, answer "N/A"

07

Briefly describe your experience with and deploying National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation System Protocol (NTCIP) standards. If none, answer "N/A"

08

Briefly describe your experience in developing security best practices for transportation and critical infrastructure networks. If none, answer "N/A"

Required Question

Employer

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address

Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone

(615) 862-6640

Website

https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities

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