Radio Technician (Emergency Communications)

Division Overview:

The Central Services Division (CSD) team works in partnership with agency divisions providing coaching on human resource policies and procedures, financial management and adherence to fiscal responsibility. We value and respect our fellow team members across the Montana Department of Justice.

Job Overview :

The Emergency Communications Program Specialist is responsible for managing the operation, maintenance, and engineering of the land mobile radio communication systems, and the statewide microwave network. This involves troubleshooting a wide variety of diverse, complex equipment and interconnected systems using methodical analysis and specialized diagnostic equipment to independently identify and resolve problems/issues within an assigned area of the state. The work is typically completed under indirect supervision and includes direct oversite of personnel and contractors for the completion of projects in a safe and efficient manner. This position is expected to prioritize work based on the hierarchy of need for the Department. This position does not directly supervise other staff and reports to the Emergency Communications Technical Supervisor.

Salary: $38.00-$50.00 Hourly

Location: Montana

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2 years' experience.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Requires knowledge in land mobile radio communication, principles and practices including analyzing problems and providing solutions in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and regulations; local, state and federal policies; and specifications and guidelines as they apply to the needs of the agencies serviced.
• Requires knowledge of the principles of electrical/electronic engineering.
• Installation, maintenance and repair of specialized digital and analog electronic equipment used within the industry.
• Principles and practices associated with local and wide area computer networks.
• Requires skills in the use of complex electronic equipment including system analyzers, spectrum analyzers, miniature electronics soldering/desoldering equipment, local area network analyzers, computers and associated software packages used in the design, programming, diagnostics and maintenance of complex electronic and communications systems.
• Preferred knowledge and skill in installation, operation, maintenance, of P25 trunked radio and antenna systems.
• Preferred knowledge and skill in installation, operation, maintenance of T1 and ethernet microwave and antenna systems.
• Preferred knowledge and skill in installation, operation, maintenance, and administration of MPLS Networks.
• Preferred knowledge and skill in installation, operation and maintenance of related communications site equipment ie: DC battery backup power, backup generator, site HVAC systems, and site monitoring systems.
• Preferred certified tower climbing skill or ability to get certified.

Special Instructions:

The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.

Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• Criminal History Fingerprint / Name-based Check
• Driving History

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume at the time of application .

Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a "Relevant File".

Your Resume : Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application, attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at Terese.Christianson@mt.gov via File Transfer Service .

To request an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify .

Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.

Closing Date/Time:

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• Montana Department of Justice

• 1 (406) 459-3741

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