Skip to contentPublic Safety Radio Communications Analyst
Company | Maricopa County |
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Location | Phoenix, AZ, USA |
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Salary | $26.5 – $47.5 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Two years of experience in radio systems support, preferably in a public safety or government environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Communications Technology, Information Systems, or related field
- A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis
Responsibilities
- Program and update portable, mobile, and base radios using vendor-specific software (e.g., Motorola CPS, Radio Management)
- Deploy firmware updates
- Provide support for end users, including troubleshooting radio issues and coordinating repairs
- Develop, maintain, and distribute code plugs and programming templates for various user roles and departments
- Maintain detailed programming records, inventory databases, and change logs
- Deprogram radios and prepare them for disposal
- Train personnel on radio usage, features, and operational protocols
- Generate reports on radio firmware and programming versions
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in two-way radio programming (Motorola preferred)
- Familiarity with trunked radio systems, P25 digital standards, encryption, and simulcast technologies
- An understanding of RF fundamentals
- Proven ability to maintain detailed inventory records
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and good documentation habits