Broadcast/EM Media Eng Tech J

Position Details

Classification Information

Position Classification Title

Broadcast & Emerging Media Eng Technician

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA)

13603

Position Overview

Position Summary

The primary purpose of this position is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of television production and broadcasting devices, subsystems, and smaller systems. The employee will install, calibrate, maintain, and modify a variety of both standard and more technically sophisticated electronic devices usually interconnected into a small television production or broadcasting system. While many of the devices are standard as defined in the Television Engineer I level, some are more advanced and sophisticated in that they include a greater variety of state-of-the-art circuitry performing a greater variety of standard and non-standard functions. In troubleshooting, the difficulties of diagnosis and calibration are increased due to the variety and number of interconnected circuits, components, and devices. Where systems work is required, some standard circuit modification for interfacing devices into systems may be involved. Complete schematic diagrams are available on all standard equipment. Because state-of-the-art devices are often modified or updated, schematics may be fragmented or incomplete, increasing both problem diagnosis and calibration difficulties. Work of this nature is performed independently. Problem diagnosis and repair on larger electronics systems or the most sophisticated electronics devices is performed under closer supervision.

Primary Focal Areas:
The position provides support in three technical areas of the Digital Media track in the Department of Communication & Media Studies – production, engineering, and networking.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Communication and Media Studies at Winston-Salem State University focuses on the emerging digital forms of media in the 21st Century, with emphasis on human and social communication. Students will have the opportunity to increase and enhance global-intercultural awareness.

Position Information

Position Number

250196

Competency Level

Journey

Working Position Title

Broadcast/EM Media Eng Tech J

Building and Room No.

Hall-Patterson, Room 134

Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week]

to be determined

Hours per week

40

Months per year

12

Appointment Type

Permanent Full-Time

If Time Limited.

No

Appointment Length.

12

DHR Assigned Fields

FTE

1

Requirements and Preferences

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies

No

Position required to work On-Call/Emergency Callback

No

Minimum Experience/Education

High school diploma or equivalency and completion of a two-year technical school program in electronics; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Working knowledge of the practical applications of electronic principles. working knowledge of the fundamentals of physics as applied to electronics. Working knowledge of mathematical principles as applied to electronic circuit analysis. Working knowledge of the uses of standard and specialized electronic testing equipment. Ability to systematically troubleshoot small electronics systems. Ability to plan routine maintenance schedules and repair jobs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Required License or Certification

Some positions in this class may require a FCC license.

Valid US Driver's License

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required

No

Physical Required

No

List any other medical/drug tests required

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

SPA00882P

Internal Posting Only

No

Time Limited Position

No

Appointment Length

Salary

42,354 - 47,176

Open Date

08/30/2023

Close Date

09/28/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.

Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Competency

Technology Management

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Teaching Labs Monitoring – Check and troubleshoot Department of Communication and Media Studies ( CMS ) computer labs and studios daily/weekly for optimal performance, especially by cleaning and maintaining desktops and hard drives and monitor the security of CMS equipment, labs and studios. Employee to install, calibrate, maintain, and modify a variety of both standard and more technically sophisticated electronic devices usually interconnected into a small television production or broadcasting system.

Percentage Of Time

15

Competency

Technical Solution Development

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Equipment/Software Purchase Recommendations – Evaluate and make recommendations for computers, media production equipment and software. This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of television production and broadcasting devices, subsystems, and smaller systems.

While many of the devices are standard as defined in the Television Engineer I level, some are more advanced and sophisticated in that they include a greater variety of state-of-the-art circuitry performing a greater variety of standard and non-standard functions.

In troubleshooting, the difficulties of diagnosis and calibration are increased due to the variety and number of interconnected circuits, components, and devices. Where systems work is required, some standard circuit modification for interfacing devices into systems may be involved.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Equipment Operation

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Equipment Assembly – Assemble/Set-up instructional equipment needed by instructors. Work of this nature is performed independently. Problem diagnosis and repair on larger electronics systems or the most sophisticated electronics devices is performed under closer supervision. Working knowledge of the practical applications of electronic principles. working knowledge of the fundamentals of physics as applied to electronics. Working knowledge of mathematical principles as applied to electronic circuit analysis. Working knowledge of the uses of standard and specialized electronic testing equipment. Ability to systematically troubleshoot small electronics systems. Ability to plan routine maintenance schedules and repair jobs.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Project Monitoring and Administration

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Facilities Monitoring – Supervise student use of CMS computer labs and studios during open lab hours.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Communication Skills

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Inventory Management – Maintain the inventory of CMS production equipment by handling student equipment check-out and return.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Managing Work and Performance

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Area Appearance – Maintain orderly office, teaching labs, studios and equipment storage areas.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Technology Management

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Equipment Repair/Supervision – Repair malfunctioning equipment as needed or coordinate repairs/replacement with external vendors. Install new upgrades to CMS lab/production software. Complete schematic diagrams are available on all standard equipment. Because state-of-the-art devices are often modified or updated, schematics may be fragmented or incomplete, increasing both problem diagnosis and calibration difficulties.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Teamwork

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Provide technical support to activities for department related activities, groups and special university related events.

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Interpersonal Skills

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Communicate lab, studio and equipment use policies to students

Percentage Of Time

10

Competency

Training

Describe the specific job duties related to this competency

Training – Provide training to CMS faculty, staff and students on equipment use.

Percentage Of Time

5
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Applicant Document
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents