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Radio Engineer (Part-time)
Job Description
Posting Number
20141731SPosition Title
Radio Engineer (Part-time)Location
College of San MateoDepartment
KCSM (DEPT)Position Number
4C0226Percentage of Full Time
48%FLSA
Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)Months per Year
12Min Salary
$46,275.84 (part-time annual)Max Salary
$58,901.76 (part-time annual)Position Type
Classified PositionsWho We Are
The College and the District
Who We Want
The Position
Duties and Responsibilities
- Exchanges information with station staff regarding broadcasting schedules, technical requirements, equipment purchase, installation and modifications, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance and regulations, and other matters
- Exchanges information with the general public regarding technical support
- Confers with station personnel regarding short- and long-range technical requirements, staffing levels, and other engineering matters
- Attends classes, meetings, and workshops to obtain current information
- Trains radio staff and student assistants in maintenance and operation of the radio station and computer equipment
- Installs, maintains, repairs, and operates radio transmission systems, computers and computer systems and associated radio equipment
- Maintains operating and maintenance logs
- Oversees the technical quality of video and audio signals within FCC specification
- Inventories technical equipment
- Operates audio and video recording, playback, and editing machines, studio and control room equipment including audio consoles, cameras, computers, and associated equipment
- Maintains accurate records on tapes, discs, and equipment usage as required by station policy
- Researches design strategies for implementation of future technologies
- Inventories and assesses current broadcast and informational technology equipment, resources, and supplies
- With appropriate approvals orders new equipment and supplies as needed
- Uses a variety of computer software to set up and maintain equipment usage and repair logs and related documentation
- Compiles a variety of data for special and regular reports
- Makes recommendations for modification and purchase of new equipment and supplies
- Orders parts and supplies
- Maintains computer servers and software applications for membership database, playlist, payment systems, programming and automation applications, and interfacing with the District IT group for other information technology issues
- Works with the District IT group for phone use and wiring, and coordination of ISDN, toll-free numbers, and other phone needs
- Performs other related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in broadcasting, electronics, or a closely related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Successful work experience of increasing responsibility in broadcasting that has included the use of equipment related to television and cable facilities and systems
- Applicable knowledge of Federal Communications Commission compliance rules and regulations
- Skill in training and leading the work of other
- Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of methods and procedures for operating radio transmission systems and computer systems, as well as video, audio, editing, studio, theater, and control room equipment
- Knowledge of relevant Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations in order to collect necessary information for public filing
- Knowledge of installation, maintenance, and repair of radio, streaming, computer, and theater equipment
- Knowledge of computer servers and computer applications used in the radio industry
- Ability to set up systems and upgrade applications as necessary
- Knowledge and understanding of streaming media
- Ability to set up equipment with appropriate vendors to meet listener needs
- Ability to work with FCC legal firm when necessary filings and reports are required
- Skill in respectful, tactful and sensitive interactions with people who are diverse in their academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds
- Skill in accurate multi-tasking under deadline pressure
- Skill in training, leading, and coordinating the work of others
- Skill in following and giving precise and complex written and oral instructions
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Physical Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- SBE certification at a level above Radio or TV Operator is preferred
Benefits
Open Date
01/18/2024First Review Date
04/05/2024Open Until Filled
YesSpecial Instructions Summary
1. A completed online District application form (go to https://jobs.smccd.edu to complete the application and to apply for this position).
2. A resume that details all relevant education, training, and other work experience.
3. A cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant’s cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff as well as the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement.
Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills.
For questions related to this posting, please contact:
SMCCCD Office of Human Resources
3401 CSM Drive
San Mateo, CA 94402
Tel.: (650) 574-6555
Fax: (650) 574-6574
Email: smccdjobs@smccd.edu
Web Page: https://smccd.edu/humanresources/
Conditions of Employment
1. Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions)
2. Submit verifications of prior employment
3. Satisfactory references
4. Successfully being cleared for employment through the background checking process
In addition to background checks, the District may review publicly available information about a candidate on the Internet. If a candidate is aware of incorrect or inaccurate information that is available on the Internet, the candidate is welcome to address such an issue with the Office of Human Resources.
5. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States
6. Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees
7. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment.
8. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying.
EEO Statement
The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities.
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