Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $52,761.60 - $88,524.00 (commensurate with experience)

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking a full-time Assistant Broadcast Director to oversee, repair, and maintain our microwave/transmitter network. The current position opening is in Montgomery County. APT operates 9 fiber-connected transmitter sites and 18 microwave sites with over 2200 miles of digital bidirectional microwave paths.

The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of RF and electrical systems and will assist both the Deputy Director and Broadcast Director in managing the technical and operational functions of our broadcast infrastructure, ensuring consistent signal delivery across APTs statewide network and adherence to all broadcast standards.

DUTIES:

• Maintain 24/7 availability 7 days/week to ensure a timely response to emergency off-air situations.
• Oversee the daily operation of assigned transmitter/microwave sites.
• Work in conjunction with our Network Operations Center (NOC) to keep accurate transmitter/equipment logs and records.
• Assist with interviewing and mentoring newly hired engineers
• Perform routine maintenance on all assigned microwave/transmitter equipment.
• Work with other agencies and viewers to ensure a good working relationship is maintained.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:

• Strong knowledge of RF communications/associated equipment
• Strong knowledge in troubleshooting complex RF and electrical infrastructure
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited junior college or a technical school with a two-year degree in Electronics, RF (Radio Frequency), Broadcasting, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of work experience in the maintenance, operation, and repair of broadcast equipment.
• Valid Alabama Driver License

NOTE: Qualifying experience above the minimum may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SALARY RANGE: $52,761.60 - $88,524.00 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits

• Health | Dental | Vision | Cancer | FSAinsurance options for employees and eligible dependents
• Pension plan
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Thirteen paid holidays
• PSLF Qualifying Employer

How To Apply

This is aState of Alabama Merit Systemposition. To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for theAPT Assistant Broadcast Directorclassification Class Code:30651.

Use the following link to apply directly online:Apply Here

You may also download a blank application atpersonnel.alabama.gov. Submit your completed application by mail, fax, or email:

The State of Alabama Personnel Department

64 North Union Street, Suite 300

Montgomery, AL 36130

Phone: (334) 242-3389

Fax: (334) 242-1110

Email:apply@personnel.alabama.gov

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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