Broadcast Network Engineer

Introduction

Are you an experienced broadcast engineering professional looking to put your skills to work for a mission-based organization? Do you possess sound technical skills, have a strong work ethic and solid attention to detail? If you are looking for a work environment that offers excellent benefits, flexible work hours, and growth opportunities within your career, you should strongly consider joining our team!

The Educational Communications Board (ECB) offers a professional yet relaxed environment, extensive training, great colleagues, and some really cool technology! ECB is the state agency that delivers educational, noncommercial, and public safety media via Wisconsin Public Radio and PBS Wisconsin. We are seeking a Broadcast Network Engineer (IS Network Services Senior or Specialist for our Broadcast Information Technology (BIT) unit.

As an employee of the state of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including generous paid time off, low-cost insurance options, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, which is considered among the best in the country! The state of Wisconsin is also a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . We are seeking a diverse and talented workforce . Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Broadcast Network Engineer serves under general supervision of the IT Director and is based at one of the agency's hub sites in Madison, Wausau, Wheeler, La Crosse, Green Bay, or Park Falls, WI. Occasional remote work requests may be granted with supervisor approval based on projects and departmental need.

Position Summary

This position supports the ongoing operation of the Education Communication Board's (ECB) wide area network (WAN) and oversees deployment of upgrades to equipment and system capabilities. This position provides advice and recommendation to the unit's supervisor and agency leadership on the adoption and procurement of new and emerging technologies. This position also provides key network security services, as well as support for and acquisition of existing and legacy telecom communications equipment for field installation and use.

This position reports to the IT director, however the agency-wide integration of this position also requires considerable coordination with, and direction from, the operations center manager and the director of field engineering. Work is performed under general supervision. This position represents the Educational Communications Board with civil, professional, and positive actions and demeanor and helps to ensure a workplace free of harassment and discrimination.

Special Requirements:

Achieve and/or maintain appropriate industry-standard certification as required separately in the individual's Performance Evaluation (PE).
Requires a variable, non-traditional work schedule including some nights and weekends.
May require regular standby or on-call status.
Requires frequent in-state travel.
For more information, please view the complete SENIOR level position description .

For more information, please view the complete SPECIALIST level position description .

Level will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications.

Salary Information

Starting salary for the IS Network Services Senior position will be between $30.00 - $44.52 per hour ($62,400.00 and $92,601.60 annually), depending on candidate qualifications. This classification is assigned to pay schedule-range 07/34.

Starting salary for the IS Network Services Specialist position will be between $35.00 - $46.00 per hour ($72,800.00 and $95,680.00 annually), depending on candidate qualifications. This classification is assigned to pay schedule-range 07/33.

A 12-month probation period may be required. Pay for current and eligible former State employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan at the time of hire.

Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, ECB will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection.

ECB does not sponsor work visas . All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.

Travel reimbursement for eligible interview candidates may be provided.

The selected candidate may be offered moving expenses for this position if they meet the minimum distance as required by the Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

Certain positions may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will have the following (regardless of level):

Experience with Broadcast Engineering concepts and technology.
Experience with IT and networking standards as they pertain to broadcast infrastructure, systems, and equipment
Experience with current LAN/WAN architectures, Client/Server technology, distributed database and data communications technology and capabilities
In addition to having all of the above, candidates at the Specialist level will have the following:

Experience as a chief engineer for a television and/or radio broadcast operation
Experience and/or certification administering Cisco networking equipment

How To Apply

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job.

Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications . Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Questions can be directed to Paula Langbecker at [email protected] .

Deadline to Apply

Applicant materials are due by 11:59pm on Monday, July 1, 2024.