[SBE] Job opening

[Larry Bloomfield]

_CAREER OPPORTUNITY_
 
 
Job Title:                    Chief Engineer
Reports To:                General Manager                    Posting 
Date:  04-16-08
Classification:            Exempt                                   
Closing Date:  05-02-08
 
Job Summary:
Responsible for operation and management of the Engineering/Operations 
Department and execution of all functions associated with facilities 
design, installation and maintenance.  Acts as Systems Administrator for 
all LAN/WAN related technologies.
 
*Essential Duties and Responsibilities:***
·         Responsible for operation and management of 
Engineering/Operations Department of station, including employee 
supervision, training and evaluation
·         Plan, assign and direct work of Engineering/Operations 
Department employees
·         Ensure training of employees on proper operation of all 
station equipment
·         Recommend and make aware the broadcast technical needs of 
station to General Manager and Corporate management
·         Evaluate needs for broadcasting equipment and make 
recommendation for improvements in technical performance of station 
equipment
·         Ensure compliance with FCC rules and regulations, and make 
sure station meets FCC technical standards
·         Assist in installation, maintenance and repair of computer 
networks, hardware and software systems
·         Ensure all station broadcasting equipment is operating 
properly, and install and interface all new broadcast equipment
·         Responsible for overall supervision of duties and work 
schedules of Mater Control Operators/Supervisors and technical staff
·         Oversee maintenance of station-owned vehicles
·         Prepare and work within budget for technical needs of station
·         Provide business machines and computer maintenance and support 
for station employees
·         Assure proper operation of all emergency power equipment at 
station
·         Address complaints and resolve problems relating to equipment 
and all areas of Engineering Department responsibility
·         Frequent reaching, grasping, lifting, twisting, bending, 
stooping, standing, climbing and other physical demands to operate, 
inspect and repair production equipment
·         Additional related responsibilities as assigned
 
*Required Skills/Education & Certification:***
·         High school graduate (or equivalent) plus technical school, 
some college preferred**
·         At least five years' TV broadcast engineering with management 
experience (continued)**
 
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*Required Skills/Education & Certification:  (continued)***
·         Training in electronic studio equipment and transmitter 
operation, repair and maintenance**
·         Thorough knowledge of FCC rules and regulations applicable to 
station; FCC license (or equivalent)**
·         Valid drivers license with good driving record**
·         Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams**
·         Ability to use electronic test equipment**
·         Computer literate
·         Basic math skills**
·         Knowledge of mechanical concepts**
·         Knowledge of current principles and practices involved in 
daily administration of television station Engineering/Operations 
Department
·         Ability of to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
·         Ability to prepare and administer departmental budgets
·         Ability to establish and maintain accurate records associated 
with operations department activities
·         Broad working knowledge of all theory, principles and 
practices associated with television station operation functions
 
How to Apply:
Submit letter of interest, resume, salary history and references by 
close of business 5/02/2008 to:
Human Resources
KMTR NewsSource 16
3825 International Court
Springfield, OR 97477
 
 
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of  KMTR-TV/The Eugene CW and Newport Television LLC to 
provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals 
without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age 
disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by 
law, in all personnel actions. We specifically encourage referral of 
qualified minority and female applicants.
 
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*Larry Bloomfield*, *KA6UTC*
1980 25th St., Florence, OR 97439
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