R1 Chief Engineer

Job Position: Chief Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Chief Engineer

FLSA: Exempt (PRO)

Status: Full-time

Work Location: Raleigh-Durham

SUMMARY:

The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+

stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple, to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

Coordinates radio station(s) activities relating to acquisition, installation, maintenance, or modification of studio broadcasting equipment and transmitter site infrastructure in accordance with FCC compliance.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Inspects, repairs, and maintains all broadcasting and radio station equipment including transmitters, satellite uplinks/downlinks, computers, antennas, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, telephones, and related equipment.

· Evaluate studio needs for broadcasting equipment and make recommendations for improvements in technical performance of station equipment.

· Establishes procedures for operation and maintenance of studio, remote control, and all transmission equipment.

· Directs and performs testing and maintenance of the studio, remote, and broadcasting equipment to operational performance meets industry standards and rules and regulations of Federal Communications Commission.

· Develop modification plans for existing broadcasting equipment to improve the technical and overall quality of air sound of stations.

· Directs modification and testing of equipment to ensure operational performance meets specified standards.

· Prepares repair and maintenance schedules for studio, remote, and transmitter site broadcasting equipment to improve the reliability of broadcasts.

· Provides computer hardware/network support.

· Recommends annual budget for station(s) engineering department and controls expenditures within budget limitations.

· Directly supervises employees in the Engineering Department.

· Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

· To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

· Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

· Excellent mix of computer knowledge both digital and analog electronics. Knowledge of UHF and VHF transmitters and receivers, antennas, and other broadcast equipment. Ability to multi-task and work long hours. Ability to respond in a timely “on-call” capacity.

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee may be required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

· The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Complies with Network and Urban One’s mandatory training and adheres to related course deadlines

· Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and direct a team to include but not limited to:

o Provide regular constructive feedback

o Resolve issues/conflicts with diplomacy in a timely manner

o Provide ongoing guidance and support for growth and development

o Deploy effective coaching skills

o Practical understanding of anti-harassment and discrimination laws

o Ability to effectively administer performance reviews, and corrective action plans as appropriate.

o Ensure team (s) attend mandatory department and/or mandatory company training (s) as required.

· Submit to a criminal background check

· Legal right to work in the United States

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent, or two-year college or technical school; 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. FCC General class license or SBE Senior certification, valid driver’s license, and state-mandated auto insurance.