Director – Engineering – Wcpo

Director – Engineering – Wcpo

Requirements

• BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Generally, 10+ years of experience in related field preferred
• Prior managerial experience preferred
• Network, SBE and/or Project Management certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Model and lead a culture of empathy, customer service and leadership.
• Lead the research, design, installation, and repair of all television, digital, OTT, Internet Systems, high power RF systems, production environments and all associated equipment using current platforms and protocols.
• Manage building facilities and grounds, including HVAC, power generation and security systems.
• Partner with the news department to develop, build and support content workflow and support systems including integration and problem-solving software, hardware, networking, and infrastructure while facilitating a collaborative environment between newsroom and production control staff.
• Motivate and manage a staff of professional and technical engineers, operators, and IT technicians.
• Develop and grow staff in technology and Scripps culture to meet the on-going and future technological needs of the station and evaluate staff growth opportunities and assessments.
• Establish and implement engineering policies and procedures.
• Evaluate and maintain the spectrum and broadband usage of the facility.
• Manage projects.
• Plan, design and document current and future broadcast and digital systems.
• Collaborate with other departments to determine current and future studio and transmission and workflow needs.
• Prepare and track capital, expense, repair, and maintenance budgets.
• Use company purchasing management system to purchase and track assets and services as well as replacement cycles.
• Evaluate equipment solutions.
• Keep the station compliant with the FCC Rules and Regulations, as well as related local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• “Customer service first” mindset, ability to deliver a high level of customer service
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strategic planning abilities
• Excellent managerial skills in working with management, users, staff, peers, and vendors
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to relate technical matters to non-technical users
• Ability to relate business matters to technical staff
• Team player
• Self-directed and can work independently
• Strong project management skills
• Can manage shifting priorities, demands and timelines smoothly
• Knowledge of FCC rules
• Understanding of electronic, electrical, mechanical and information systems
• Keen interest in emerging broadcast related technologies and how they might be utilized in our business environment
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to provide proof of insurance with the company required insurance limits.