KSEE/KGPE is looking for a Chief Engineer to oversee KSEE/KGPE Television. The successful candidate is a people first leader who can engage and inspire the engineering team. The Chief Engineer reports to the General Manager and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. They are responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station. This role is a critical part of the station’s core leadership team and is responsible for coordinating our security operations.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all aspects of the Engineering Department and assist all departments innovative for the future.

• Manage, mentor, and ensure continued development of local engineering staff

• Maintains all broadcast technology and information technology systems for the station

• Ensures station compliance with FCC rules and regulations, as well as all local, state and federal regulations applicable to the station

• Works with station and corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station

• Ensure rapid response and resolution to issues impacting on-air operations

• Develop and submit project plans and capital budget requirements

• Manage department operating budget and operating expenses within guidelines

• Respond promptly to questions from internal and external stakeholders

• Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met

• Performs other duties as assigned

  Requirements & Skills :

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience

• Minimum five years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three years’ experience in a leadership role

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

• Experience guiding, directing and motivating the engineering team, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance

• Ability to work with cross-functional teams /stakeholders who do not report directly to the Chief Engineer

• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them

• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills

• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

• Strong PC/MS Office experience

• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems

• Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment

• Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems

• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

• Fluency in English

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Compensation - $85,000+ commensurate with experience and skill level.

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