Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Provides primary engineering support for radio and TV stations in order to ensure compliance with regulations of the Federal Communications Commission and to meet the technical production values of the station.

Qualifications

Associate degree in electronics or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); two years experience in electronic maintenance, preferably in broadcast engineering. Must have demonstrated communication and organizational skills.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Plans, organizes, and directs the audio engineering needs. Develops and implements departmental goals and objectives.
2. Coordinates related work issues with other departmental personnel. Participates in the decision making process affecting all other employees by attending meetings and retreats.
3. Ensures that technical operations meet professional and FCC standards.
4. Instruct staff on the proper techniques regarding the operation and maintenance of equipment.

Problem Solving

The employee works both independently and collaboratively in performing audio engineering tasks. When troubles arise this position must be able to rapidly diagnose and respond to the issue.

Comments

The nature of the position requires occasional long hours and 24-hour on-call status.