City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position The City of Portland, Bureau of Technology Services is seeking to fill multiple Electronics Technician II: Communications position. Job Appointment: Regular, full time Work Schedule: Shifts vary by specialty and operational needs. Work Location: These positions are expected to work 100% in person at City owned and leased sites throughout Portland. Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position. Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click here . Applicants start at the entry salary rate . If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative. About the Positions: The Electronics Technician II: Communications positions serve as technical experts in communication and related technologies. There are two specialties in this classification, please see below for more information. Specialty 1: Public Safety Radio Electronics Technician As a Public Safety Radio Electronics Technician, you will: Maintain and repair the City’s 800 MHz public safety digital P25 trunked simulcast radio system including conventional repeaters, radio dispatch consoles, fire station alerting system (FAIS), digital microwave systems, SONET multiplexor equipment, telephony circuits and other electronic communications equipment. Diagnose electronic equipment issues using various diagnostic tools and equipment such as communications test sets, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and other specialized equipment. Install and program radios. Install and maintain Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) for in-building radio coverage and related components. Complete documentation, assist other technicians, and complete other duties, as assigned. Public Safety Radio Electronics Technicians must have a knowledge of electronic principles including analog and digital circuit concepts; must include knowledge of active and passive components and their functions and must be able to read and understand standard engineering drawings including circuit schematics. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work on communication towers up to a height of 435 feet tall. Specialty 2: Low Voltage Installer Position As a Low Voltage Installer, you will: Install, maintain, and repair the City’s audiovisual and CCTV systems, structured cabling, and various other associated low voltage disciplines. Diagnose issues with electronic equipment and structured cabling infrastructure, using industry standard test equipment such as network cabling testers, HDMI signal generators, communications test sets, multi-meters, and other specialized equipment. Provide high-level updates on scheduled work requests and completed assignments. Execute other tasks, as assigned. Low Voltage installers require the following attributes: Technical capability, mechanical aptitude, professionalism, self-motivation, self-discipline, focus and attention to detail and punctuality. Candidates must also have a Class A Oregon Limited Energy (LEA) license and the ability to be after hours on-call, on a rotational basis. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills; proven and recognized as a team leader with excellent coordination and communication abilities, and knowledge of construction trade practices and drawings to ensure installations are in compliance with all established codes, standards, laws, and policies. The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive police background investigation in order to have their employment retained and be able to work in a culturally and gender diverse workplace. Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Sr. Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental questions and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following required minimum qualifications: Ability to perform, understand, and document layout and sketch designs for communications, electronic installations, and modifications; ensure installations comply with established codes, standards, laws and policies. Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol network principles. Ability to lead a team including scheduling, assigning work, providing technical direction and training, and reviewing the work of others. Ability to provide customer service and communicate complex topics to technical and non-technical staff. Experience operating specialized communication equipment such as network cabling testers, HDMI signal generators, radio service monitor, spectrum analyzer and T1 testers. In addition to the minimum qualifications above (1-5), a pplicants must also meet the below position specific qualification(s): Public Safety Radio Technician must have knowledge of project planning for communications and electronic installations, such as Motorola analog and P25 trunked simulcast radio systems, conventional repeaters, channel banks, microwave, communications circuits including T1, 4-wire E&M and RS232. Low Voltage installer must have experience of Low Voltage electrical installations, CCTV and Audiovisual systems and knowledge of structured cabling best practices. Low Voltage Installer must have a Class A Limited Energy Technician (LEA) License. Applicants must also possess: Ability to successfully pass an in-depth background investigation. A current/valid state driver's license and meet City " good driver " requirements. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between Monday, February 12, 2024 - Sunday, June 30, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips: Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach materials not requested. All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of March 4, 2024 (monthly thereafter) An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of March 11, 2024 (monthly thereafter) Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Late-March Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: To Be Determined Step 6: Start Date: To Be Determined A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
The Position The City of Portland, Bureau of Technology Services is seeking to fill multiple Electronics Technician II: Communications position. Job Appointment: Regular, full time Work Schedule: Shifts vary by specialty and operational needs. Work Location: These positions are expected to work 100% in person at City owned and leased sites throughout Portland. Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position. Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click here . Applicants start at the entry salary rate . If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative. About the Positions: The Electronics Technician II: Communications positions serve as technical experts in communication and related technologies. There are two specialties in this classification, please see below for more information. Specialty 1: Public Safety Radio Electronics Technician As a Public Safety Radio Electronics Technician, you will: Maintain and repair the City’s 800 MHz public safety digital P25 trunked simulcast radio system including conventional repeaters, radio dispatch consoles, fire station alerting system (FAIS), digital microwave systems, SONET multiplexor equipment, telephony circuits and other electronic communications equipment. Diagnose electronic equipment issues using various diagnostic tools and equipment such as communications test sets, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and other specialized equipment. Install and program radios. Install and maintain Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) for in-building radio coverage and related components. Complete documentation, assist other technicians, and complete other duties, as assigned. Public Safety Radio Electronics Technicians must have a knowledge of electronic principles including analog and digital circuit concepts; must include knowledge of active and passive components and their functions and must be able to read and understand standard engineering drawings including circuit schematics. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work on communication towers up to a height of 435 feet tall. Specialty 2: Low Voltage Installer Position As a Low Voltage Installer, you will: Install, maintain, and repair the City’s audiovisual and CCTV systems, structured cabling, and various other associated low voltage disciplines. Diagnose issues with electronic equipment and structured cabling infrastructure, using industry standard test equipment such as network cabling testers, HDMI signal generators, communications test sets, multi-meters, and other specialized equipment. Provide high-level updates on scheduled work requests and completed assignments. Execute other tasks, as assigned. Low Voltage installers require the following attributes: Technical capability, mechanical aptitude, professionalism, self-motivation, self-discipline, focus and attention to detail and punctuality. Candidates must also have a Class A Oregon Limited Energy (LEA) license and the ability to be after hours on-call, on a rotational basis. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills; proven and recognized as a team leader with excellent coordination and communication abilities, and knowledge of construction trade practices and drawings to ensure installations are in compliance with all established codes, standards, laws, and policies. The successful candidates must pass a comprehensive police background investigation in order to have their employment retained and be able to work in a culturally and gender diverse workplace. Questions? Jaclyn Snyder, Sr. Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Jaclyn.Snyder@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their supplemental questions and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following required minimum qualifications: Ability to perform, understand, and document layout and sketch designs for communications, electronic installations, and modifications; ensure installations comply with established codes, standards, laws and policies. Knowledge of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol network principles. Ability to lead a team including scheduling, assigning work, providing technical direction and training, and reviewing the work of others. Ability to provide customer service and communicate complex topics to technical and non-technical staff. Experience operating specialized communication equipment such as network cabling testers, HDMI signal generators, radio service monitor, spectrum analyzer and T1 testers. In addition to the minimum qualifications above (1-5), a pplicants must also meet the below position specific qualification(s): Public Safety Radio Technician must have knowledge of project planning for communications and electronic installations, such as Motorola analog and P25 trunked simulcast radio systems, conventional repeaters, channel banks, microwave, communications circuits including T1, 4-wire E&M and RS232. Low Voltage installer must have experience of Low Voltage electrical installations, CCTV and Audiovisual systems and knowledge of structured cabling best practices. Low Voltage Installer must have a Class A Limited Energy Technician (LEA) License. Applicants must also possess: Ability to successfully pass an in-depth background investigation. A current/valid state driver's license and meet City " good driver " requirements. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between Monday, February 12, 2024 - Sunday, June 30, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions) Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips: Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach materials not requested. All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of March 4, 2024 (monthly thereafter) An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of March 11, 2024 (monthly thereafter) Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Late-March Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: To Be Determined Step 6: Start Date: To Be Determined A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Position posted on ongoing Salary $42,021 General Description and Classification Standards Maintains the communications systems used within an assigned department. Duties include, but are not limited to: providing electronic technical service for all radio, telephone, paging and alarm systems and personal computers and peripherals; troubleshooting and conducting a variety of electronic, mechanical and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies and parts to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to determine cause of failure; and repairing and maintaining electronic equipment. Supervision Received Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilites These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Installs and repairs a variety of electronic equipment including mobile radios and data terminals, alarm and public address systems, dispatch console, video monitoring system, pagers, portable chargers, microphones, personal computers and peripherals. Troubleshoots equipment failure; reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used. Inventories and orders supplies and equipment and arranges delivery of equipment. Prioritizes repairs according to sworn and civil personnel. Converses with equipment end-user such as operators, police personnel, etc. to ascertain problems with equipment before breakdown and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical problems. Confers with manufacturers? engineers, technicians and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems. Substitutes for co-workers in temporary absence of same. Performs flexible unit assignments as needed in emergency response. Decision Making Uses independent judgment and discretion in the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems. Leadership Provided Routinely provides work group leadership, guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff. Knowledge, Skills && Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledges, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of electronic theory, equipment and technology, communication systems and local law enforcement practices, policies and procedures. Skill in effectively communicating and interacting with supervisors, employees, members of the general public Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner. Minimum Qualifications ? Education and Experience High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). 1 year' experience as a Communications/Electronic Technician required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job. Preferred Education && Experience Vocational/technical school diploma in electronics, radio communications or related field and 1-3 years' of experience as a Communications/Electronic Technician preferred. Licensures and Certifications None required. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Position posted on ongoing Salary $42,021 General Description and Classification Standards Maintains the communications systems used within an assigned department. Duties include, but are not limited to: providing electronic technical service for all radio, telephone, paging and alarm systems and personal computers and peripherals; troubleshooting and conducting a variety of electronic, mechanical and electromechanical tests on electronic systems, subassemblies and parts to ensure unit functions according to specifications or to determine cause of failure; and repairing and maintaining electronic equipment. Supervision Received Works under very general supervision. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilites These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Installs and repairs a variety of electronic equipment including mobile radios and data terminals, alarm and public address systems, dispatch console, video monitoring system, pagers, portable chargers, microphones, personal computers and peripherals. Troubleshoots equipment failure; reads test schedule, work orders, test manuals, performance specifications, wiring diagrams and schematics to determine testing procedure and equipment to be used. Inventories and orders supplies and equipment and arranges delivery of equipment. Prioritizes repairs according to sworn and civil personnel. Converses with equipment end-user such as operators, police personnel, etc. to ascertain problems with equipment before breakdown and to determine if breakdown is due to human error or mechanical problems. Confers with manufacturers? engineers, technicians and others regarding testing procedures and results and to resolve problems. Substitutes for co-workers in temporary absence of same. Performs flexible unit assignments as needed in emergency response. Decision Making Uses independent judgment and discretion in the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems. Leadership Provided Routinely provides work group leadership, guidance, and/or training to less experienced staff. Knowledge, Skills && Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledges, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of electronic theory, equipment and technology, communication systems and local law enforcement practices, policies and procedures. Skill in effectively communicating and interacting with supervisors, employees, members of the general public Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner. Minimum Qualifications ? Education and Experience High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). 1 year' experience as a Communications/Electronic Technician required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job. Preferred Education && Experience Vocational/technical school diploma in electronics, radio communications or related field and 1-3 years' of experience as a Communications/Electronic Technician preferred. Licensures and Certifications None required. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, customer service and partnering with the stakeholders and clients to provide facilities for the City of San Jose residents. community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work. The salary range for Communications Technician classification is $99,109.92 - $120,600.48. All ranges include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The Department of Public Works is currently recruiting to fill a Communications Technician position for the Radio Communications Shop. The Radio Communications shop maintains the communication system for the City of San José that is used by multiple departments, such as: Police, Fire, Department of Transportation, Parks Recreation Neighborhood Services (Park Rangers), and Public Works (Animal Care & Services). The City of San José public safety and city services depend upon the use of commercial radio communications equipment. For police officers and firefighters, radio communications are the primary means of communicating with the 9-1-1 dispatch center in performing their duties. These vast stand-alone radio systems with fault-tolerant designs are essential to providing the public with reliable emergency response services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with demand for system survivability through any catastrophic event. The key responsibilities of the Communications Technician may include: Installation, maintenance and repair of mobile and portable radios, base and control stations, microwave systems, dispatch consoles, voting receivers and comparators, digital Microwave system and P25 LMR systems. Respond to trouble reports, perform preventative maintenance and project assignments. Update technical documentation including wiring block assignments, CEB programming and configurations, as-built drawings of installed equipment at City radio sites, specialized vehicular installations, and diagrams of the City's various communications systems. Provide recommendations for process improvement changes with the input of technical staff. Construct and/or modify communications equipment and perform research on new equipment. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Minimum Qualifications Education: Successful completion of a two-year college curriculum in electronics communications or electronics engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of land mobile communications equipment. Required licenses & Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. Out of State licenses may be acceptable. For the land mobile radio function, possession of a valid General Class Radiotelephone Operators license, issued by the Federal Communications Commission, or an equivalent Communications Technician Certification, issued after examination by a recognized two-way radio professional organization is required within 6 months of the hire date. Desired Certifications Include: Possession of a Radiotelephone Technician Certificate issued by the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Possession of a Technician Certificate issued by National Association of Radio and Television Engineers (NARTE) Possession of a General Radiotelephone Operators License issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Other Requirements This position requires clearance of a Police Department preliminary background check within 6 months of employment. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices; Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Experience in the area of public safety communications is desired. Computer Skills: Experience with common business computer applications including but not limited to MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel. Customer Service: Approaches problem-solving by focusing on customers first; advocates for customer results point of view; demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful, and friendly manner. Initiative: Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Problem Solving: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Communication Skills: Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current, well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form. This position is open until filled with the next review date of April 8, 2024. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jennifer Macias at Jennifer.Macias1@sanjoseca.gov .
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, customer service and partnering with the stakeholders and clients to provide facilities for the City of San Jose residents. community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work. The salary range for Communications Technician classification is $99,109.92 - $120,600.48. All ranges include an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The Department of Public Works is currently recruiting to fill a Communications Technician position for the Radio Communications Shop. The Radio Communications shop maintains the communication system for the City of San José that is used by multiple departments, such as: Police, Fire, Department of Transportation, Parks Recreation Neighborhood Services (Park Rangers), and Public Works (Animal Care & Services). The City of San José public safety and city services depend upon the use of commercial radio communications equipment. For police officers and firefighters, radio communications are the primary means of communicating with the 9-1-1 dispatch center in performing their duties. These vast stand-alone radio systems with fault-tolerant designs are essential to providing the public with reliable emergency response services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with demand for system survivability through any catastrophic event. The key responsibilities of the Communications Technician may include: Installation, maintenance and repair of mobile and portable radios, base and control stations, microwave systems, dispatch consoles, voting receivers and comparators, digital Microwave system and P25 LMR systems. Respond to trouble reports, perform preventative maintenance and project assignments. Update technical documentation including wiring block assignments, CEB programming and configurations, as-built drawings of installed equipment at City radio sites, specialized vehicular installations, and diagrams of the City's various communications systems. Provide recommendations for process improvement changes with the input of technical staff. Construct and/or modify communications equipment and perform research on new equipment. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Minimum Qualifications Education: Successful completion of a two-year college curriculum in electronics communications or electronics engineering from an accredited college or university. Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of land mobile communications equipment. Required licenses & Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California. Out of State licenses may be acceptable. For the land mobile radio function, possession of a valid General Class Radiotelephone Operators license, issued by the Federal Communications Commission, or an equivalent Communications Technician Certification, issued after examination by a recognized two-way radio professional organization is required within 6 months of the hire date. Desired Certifications Include: Possession of a Radiotelephone Technician Certificate issued by the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) Possession of a Technician Certificate issued by National Association of Radio and Television Engineers (NARTE) Possession of a General Radiotelephone Operators License issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Other Requirements This position requires clearance of a Police Department preliminary background check within 6 months of employment. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise: Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices; Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Experience in the area of public safety communications is desired. Computer Skills: Experience with common business computer applications including but not limited to MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel. Customer Service: Approaches problem-solving by focusing on customers first; advocates for customer results point of view; demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely, accurate, respectful, and friendly manner. Initiative: Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Problem Solving: Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem; collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome. Project Management: Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives. Communication Skills: Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current, well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form. This position is open until filled with the next review date of April 8, 2024. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Jennifer Macias at Jennifer.Macias1@sanjoseca.gov .
Cal State University (CSU) East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94542, USA
Salary and Benefits PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,179.00 per month to $3,500.00 per month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 14 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit our benefits website. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of our benefits package. Classification Instructional Support Technician I About Cal State East Bay Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. About the Position PLEASE NOTE: This is a 10/12 pay plan position. The incumbent will work 10 months out of the year (August - May) with the salary spread over 12 months. The Video Lab Coordinator (VLC) manages, coordinates and supervises all equipment, activities, and student staff who participate in this facility, currently referred to as the TV Studio, LI 1075. Responsibilities Include: repairing all video production equipment, providing instruction on the correct usage of the equipment; providing instructional support to the instructors who teach courses in the facility; maintaining Communication Media Production inventory; training and lead graduate and undergraduate student assistants; preparing budgets, reports, and analysis of data and equipment; providing video, web, and convergence services to the Department of Communication and to other departments. The VLC also provides production support for the teaching of visual and audio curriculum, streaming media services, video production, video editing, and multimedia support. Responsibilities Supervision of Facility: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and lead student assistant workers. Supervise the Cal State East Bay student video production facilities including the student TV studio and associated control room. Lead student assistants and personally perform duties related to the operations of Cal State East Bay video and podcasting production facilities, including the student TV studio and associated control room. Oversee scheduling the facility, preparing the studio systems and control room for operation, demonstrating the operation of equipment and software, and conducting workshops in studio lighting console operation, character generator, switcher, and keying operations, etc. Check and adjust studio timing, maintain the studio physical environment, coordinate the disposal of surplus equipment, and enforce safety regulations and conditions. Ensure scheduling conflicts do not occur, studio equipment is checked and working 30 minutes before scheduled time, accessory items are in place and working. Work to ensure that no injuries occur in the facility, equipment is not damaged by students, sets are tidy and cables are neatly coiled and stored; surplus equipment is removed within three months of declaring it surplus; faculty express satisfaction with student support; student assistants are trained and available for hours needed by the curriculum and production schedules. Manage and Coordinate Facility Software and Operation Systems: Coordinate, maintain, and schedule video editing lab and individual workstations. Perform duties related to the coordination, maintenance, and scheduling of the video editing lab and individual workstations. This includes: installation of software and operating systems and upgrades, troubleshooting operating system problems, managing server space, demonstrating software packages and editing systems and assisting students. Provide first-level support for the workstation hardware and 100% of user support for software, including the creation and management of user accounts. Ensure software versions are updated, students have server accounts at the beginning of the semester as needed, OS and software packages are the latest version available to the department. Maintain and Repair Equipment: Maintain all field production equipment and studio equipment, including video control room electronics. Manage and arrange for the timely repair of broken equipment and periodic servicing schedules and activities throughout the facility. Perform minor repairs and maintenance as necessary. Ensure date and status of repair is maintained in the inventory database. Instructional and Equipment Availability to Students: Coordinate the alignment of the instructor’s curricular goals in course-based assignments and productions with tutoring of students in the lab and availability of equipment. Demonstrate the operation of field equipment, studio control room, and accessory devices. Conduct periodic workshops - workshops and demonstrations are conducted at least once a semester. Ensure equipment is available to students and they know how to properly use it. Ensure that scheduling conflicts do not occur, service and repair of broken equipment is sent out weekly, equipment is clean, power cords and other cables are not frayed, equipment is tested before check-out and upon return, and batteries are fully charged at checkout and additional batteries are provided. Equipment status is published; students are notified by email or phone if a scheduled item will not be available. Schedule and check out equipment when required. Supervise student assistants involved with maintaining the inventory of equipment in the studio, the editing lab, and for field production checkout. Maintain Inventory: Maintain inventory and order of supplies and equipment needed throughout the facility. Publish procedures and policies. Signage is clear, procedures are clearly posted and produced, and videotaped instruction is professionally edited and accomplishes objectives. Ensure inventory is accurate and maintained electronically in a database updated each semester; list includes status and date sent to repair; adequate supplies, batteries, patch cords, etc., are always available. Supervise student assistants involved with developing and personally develop, paper, video, and computer delivered instruction and signage about the operation of various equipment and systems in the facility. Analysis and Reporting: Assist in developing specifications and budgets for grants and proposals, and assist Communication Department faculty in their distribution throughout the university offices. Research and recommend alternative products and solutions. Ensure specifications and budgets are developed in time to meet the requestor’s deadlines, delivered in electronic format and filed; ensure that distribution is done promptly and within the requestor’s deadline. Maintain records of usage and write semester and yearly summary reports on usage and related issues regarding equipment and services. Ensure reports about usage are accurate and delivered by end of semester break in electronic format and include narrative analysis, equipment inventory, equipment status and availability, number of users in the lab, time of use, number of checkouts, etc. Compile yearly summary reports. Other Duties: Participate on committees and in meetings in the Department as assigned. Maintain currency of technical skills and knowledge through self-guided studies and by participating in conferences, workshops, and trainings as available. Provide training to other staff during transition periods. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Experience and Education: Equivalent to (2) two years of experience providing instructional support services for a unit or discipline, acting as a student assistant, or in producing materials or supplies related to the discipline. OR Equivalent to (2) two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience. OR Equivalent to (4) four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for the experience. Knowledges and Abilities: Knowledge of principles of providing support services. Knowledge of the common principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline. Knowledge of the materials, supplies and equipment and their uses related to the discipline. Ability to evaluate the materials and supplies used. Ability to learn to adjust and make minor repairs on scientific equipment. Ability to operate scientific or highly technical equipment and to interpret results. Ability to plan activities and prepare schedules. Ability to use methods, techniques and skills related to the discipline in preparing specialized materials. Required Qualifications Must be able to lift computer equipment up to 30 lbs. without assistance. Preferred Skills and Knowledge Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication-Media Production or Multimedia. Video (Field and Studio) production experience such as, digital video production and non-linear post- production and video editing on both analog and non-linear systems; scanning, audio editing, and production. Streaming experience such as media production, distribution, and network related skills for LAN, WAN, and Internet delivery. Streaming media server maintenance; encoding both audio and video and streaming; and FTP and server administration in relationship to streaming media. Multimedia production experience such as, CD and DVD authoring. Web and network knowledge and skills such as network administration, HTML and Website development and maintenance. Knowledge of studio and field lighting. Knowledge of set design and construction experience. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, MS Power Point, Windows, Macintosh OS, Adobe After Effects, various 3-D programs, paint programs, Final Cut Pro, Peak DV, MS Office including Access, DVD Studio, Compressor, Sound Track Pro and Live type, Toaster, QuickTime, Windows Media, Real Media, and current Web browsers in Macintosh and Windows and others as they evolve. Experience with all equipment used in the performance of the assignments such as: Apple computer, Windows computers, switchers, VCRs, studio and field cameras, Chroma key, character generators, lighting board, and waveform monitor. Condition(s) of Employment Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department. EEO Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. Other Information All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website here. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here. Sponsorship Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions and we are not an E-Verify employer. Mandated Reporter The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Advertised: Feb 26 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Jun 26 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Closing Date/Time:
Salary and Benefits PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $3,179.00 per month to $3,500.00 per month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 14 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit our benefits website. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of our benefits package. Classification Instructional Support Technician I About Cal State East Bay Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. About the Position PLEASE NOTE: This is a 10/12 pay plan position. The incumbent will work 10 months out of the year (August - May) with the salary spread over 12 months. The Video Lab Coordinator (VLC) manages, coordinates and supervises all equipment, activities, and student staff who participate in this facility, currently referred to as the TV Studio, LI 1075. Responsibilities Include: repairing all video production equipment, providing instruction on the correct usage of the equipment; providing instructional support to the instructors who teach courses in the facility; maintaining Communication Media Production inventory; training and lead graduate and undergraduate student assistants; preparing budgets, reports, and analysis of data and equipment; providing video, web, and convergence services to the Department of Communication and to other departments. The VLC also provides production support for the teaching of visual and audio curriculum, streaming media services, video production, video editing, and multimedia support. Responsibilities Supervision of Facility: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and lead student assistant workers. Supervise the Cal State East Bay student video production facilities including the student TV studio and associated control room. Lead student assistants and personally perform duties related to the operations of Cal State East Bay video and podcasting production facilities, including the student TV studio and associated control room. Oversee scheduling the facility, preparing the studio systems and control room for operation, demonstrating the operation of equipment and software, and conducting workshops in studio lighting console operation, character generator, switcher, and keying operations, etc. Check and adjust studio timing, maintain the studio physical environment, coordinate the disposal of surplus equipment, and enforce safety regulations and conditions. Ensure scheduling conflicts do not occur, studio equipment is checked and working 30 minutes before scheduled time, accessory items are in place and working. Work to ensure that no injuries occur in the facility, equipment is not damaged by students, sets are tidy and cables are neatly coiled and stored; surplus equipment is removed within three months of declaring it surplus; faculty express satisfaction with student support; student assistants are trained and available for hours needed by the curriculum and production schedules. Manage and Coordinate Facility Software and Operation Systems: Coordinate, maintain, and schedule video editing lab and individual workstations. Perform duties related to the coordination, maintenance, and scheduling of the video editing lab and individual workstations. This includes: installation of software and operating systems and upgrades, troubleshooting operating system problems, managing server space, demonstrating software packages and editing systems and assisting students. Provide first-level support for the workstation hardware and 100% of user support for software, including the creation and management of user accounts. Ensure software versions are updated, students have server accounts at the beginning of the semester as needed, OS and software packages are the latest version available to the department. Maintain and Repair Equipment: Maintain all field production equipment and studio equipment, including video control room electronics. Manage and arrange for the timely repair of broken equipment and periodic servicing schedules and activities throughout the facility. Perform minor repairs and maintenance as necessary. Ensure date and status of repair is maintained in the inventory database. Instructional and Equipment Availability to Students: Coordinate the alignment of the instructor’s curricular goals in course-based assignments and productions with tutoring of students in the lab and availability of equipment. Demonstrate the operation of field equipment, studio control room, and accessory devices. Conduct periodic workshops - workshops and demonstrations are conducted at least once a semester. Ensure equipment is available to students and they know how to properly use it. Ensure that scheduling conflicts do not occur, service and repair of broken equipment is sent out weekly, equipment is clean, power cords and other cables are not frayed, equipment is tested before check-out and upon return, and batteries are fully charged at checkout and additional batteries are provided. Equipment status is published; students are notified by email or phone if a scheduled item will not be available. Schedule and check out equipment when required. Supervise student assistants involved with maintaining the inventory of equipment in the studio, the editing lab, and for field production checkout. Maintain Inventory: Maintain inventory and order of supplies and equipment needed throughout the facility. Publish procedures and policies. Signage is clear, procedures are clearly posted and produced, and videotaped instruction is professionally edited and accomplishes objectives. Ensure inventory is accurate and maintained electronically in a database updated each semester; list includes status and date sent to repair; adequate supplies, batteries, patch cords, etc., are always available. Supervise student assistants involved with developing and personally develop, paper, video, and computer delivered instruction and signage about the operation of various equipment and systems in the facility. Analysis and Reporting: Assist in developing specifications and budgets for grants and proposals, and assist Communication Department faculty in their distribution throughout the university offices. Research and recommend alternative products and solutions. Ensure specifications and budgets are developed in time to meet the requestor’s deadlines, delivered in electronic format and filed; ensure that distribution is done promptly and within the requestor’s deadline. Maintain records of usage and write semester and yearly summary reports on usage and related issues regarding equipment and services. Ensure reports about usage are accurate and delivered by end of semester break in electronic format and include narrative analysis, equipment inventory, equipment status and availability, number of users in the lab, time of use, number of checkouts, etc. Compile yearly summary reports. Other Duties: Participate on committees and in meetings in the Department as assigned. Maintain currency of technical skills and knowledge through self-guided studies and by participating in conferences, workshops, and trainings as available. Provide training to other staff during transition periods. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Experience and Education: Equivalent to (2) two years of experience providing instructional support services for a unit or discipline, acting as a student assistant, or in producing materials or supplies related to the discipline. OR Equivalent to (2) two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience. OR Equivalent to (4) four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for the experience. Knowledges and Abilities: Knowledge of principles of providing support services. Knowledge of the common principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline. Knowledge of the materials, supplies and equipment and their uses related to the discipline. Ability to evaluate the materials and supplies used. Ability to learn to adjust and make minor repairs on scientific equipment. Ability to operate scientific or highly technical equipment and to interpret results. Ability to plan activities and prepare schedules. Ability to use methods, techniques and skills related to the discipline in preparing specialized materials. Required Qualifications Must be able to lift computer equipment up to 30 lbs. without assistance. Preferred Skills and Knowledge Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication-Media Production or Multimedia. Video (Field and Studio) production experience such as, digital video production and non-linear post- production and video editing on both analog and non-linear systems; scanning, audio editing, and production. Streaming experience such as media production, distribution, and network related skills for LAN, WAN, and Internet delivery. Streaming media server maintenance; encoding both audio and video and streaming; and FTP and server administration in relationship to streaming media. Multimedia production experience such as, CD and DVD authoring. Web and network knowledge and skills such as network administration, HTML and Website development and maintenance. Knowledge of studio and field lighting. Knowledge of set design and construction experience. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, MS Power Point, Windows, Macintosh OS, Adobe After Effects, various 3-D programs, paint programs, Final Cut Pro, Peak DV, MS Office including Access, DVD Studio, Compressor, Sound Track Pro and Live type, Toaster, QuickTime, Windows Media, Real Media, and current Web browsers in Macintosh and Windows and others as they evolve. Experience with all equipment used in the performance of the assignments such as: Apple computer, Windows computers, switchers, VCRs, studio and field cameras, Chroma key, character generators, lighting board, and waveform monitor. Condition(s) of Employment Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department. EEO Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Cal State East Bay does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories: age, ancestry, citizenship, color, disability, gender, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. The University is committed to the principles of diversity in employment and to creating a stimulating learning environment for its diverse student body. Other Information All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free. For more information, please visit our website here. In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here. Sponsorship Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions and we are not an E-Verify employer. Mandated Reporter The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Advertised: Feb 26 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Jun 26 2024 Pacific Daylight Time Closing Date/Time: