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State of South Carolina

State of South Carolina is hiring: Broadcast Engineer (FTS Manager I) - 60003194

State of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States, 29228


Content Summary: Broadcast Engineer (FTS Manager I) - 60003194 at Columbia, for State of South Carolina Salary: $46,655.00 - $86,321.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 60003194

Agency: Educational Television Commission

Opening Date: 12/05/2024

Closing Date: 1/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:: BA70

Position Number:: 60001394

Normal Work Schedule:: Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Thursday; Four ten-hour days.

Pay Band: Band 6

Opening Date: 12/05/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line. Please complete the State employment application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

About Our Agency:
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working to create a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. SCETV provides national and local content to classrooms via internet services Knowitall.org and PBS Learning Media. SCETV also provides teacher training and re-certification in face-to-face and online settings.

Job Purpose: Operate, support, and maintain distribution and transmission sites and systems across multiple locations within the assigned area of operation, under the direct supervision of the Regional Supervisor. Complete tasks and projects related to these systems as assigned.

Job Duties:Primary Service Equipment Support. Performs routine, scheduled, and emergency maintenance on equipment related to TV and FM Radio signal distribution, processing, and transmission. Adheres to preventive maintenance standards and schedules defined by management, record completion, variation or other appropriate data utilizing provided tools. Order or purchase parts, supplies, and tools within agency and State procurement guidelines as required.

Secondary Service Equipment Support. Supports and maintains various systems not related to our TV and FM Radio transmissions that reside at our transmission or distribution sites. This includes various 2-way radio systems, weather stations and radios, related computers, servers, and supporting power backup and/or distribution systems. This may include confirming compliance of third party or client systems and
licenses residing on ETV property.

Signal Compliance and Recordkeeping. Assists in metrics collection and preparation of reports and documentation as directed by Regional Supervisor. This may include any of various measurements or logs defined as standard procedure, FCC record keeping either as a primary or secondary, EAS and other legal or standards compliance as assigned by management.

On-call Support and Emergency Response. Works as part of an on-call team, responding to emergent issues and incidents as needed based on agency service level standards. Regional Supervisor will maintain any applicable rotational schedules or standing assignments or responsibility. Occasionally, tasks outside regular working hours may be scheduled to avoid or reduce impact to audience or agency services. Engineers may be asked to coordinate or collaborate with other teams or region(s) to best serve our needs.

Grounds and Structure Maintenance. Works with Regional Supervisors and other departments as appropriate to ensure upkeep and maintenance of ETV remote site grounds, buildings, towers, and associated systems such as HVAC, Power, Plumbing, guy lines and anchors, grounding etc., as appropriate. This may include simple repairs, reporting and planning with management for larger issues, or coordination with management and vendors for items that are contracted to third parties as appropriate.

Documentation of Systems and Services. Assist Regional Supervisor in the creation, correction and upkeep of any drawings, as-builts, licensing, guides, procedures etc related to sites and the systems that reside there. Ensure processes and procedures set by Transmissions Manager and Regional Supervisors are closely adhered to. Work with management to identify needs and fill them.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

An Associate degree in electronics and related experience.
Preferred Qualifications

An Associate degree in electronics and three years of operating and maintaining a TV, FM, or other High Power transmitter installation; experience managing digital transmitters. Possession of FCC General Class Amateur Radio license or SBE CBE certification preferred. Military Communications Engineering experience preferred.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Additional Comments

Equal Opportunity Statement: SCETV is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SCETV does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Background Check: A pre-employment background check will be conducted and employment will be contingent on passing the background check. Some positions require a pre-employment drug test. SCETV reserves the right to rescind any employment offer in the event our review of your background develops information, including opinions of previous employer or colleagues that cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, SCETV employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

College Transcripts: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are required to provide an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within fifteen (15) days of hire. Failure to provide official transcripts may lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Driving Record: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Alternative Work Schedules: Alternative Work Schedules are available after one (1) year of employment.

Remote Work: The option to work partially remote is available after one (1) year of employment if you are new to state government.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Do you have an associate degree in electronics and related experience?
  • Yes
  • No


02

Do you have experience with maintaining and repairing equipment related to signal distribution, processing, or transmission?
  • Yes
  • No


03

How did you find out about this position?
  • College Recruitment
  • SC Department of Employment and Workforce
  • Job Fair
  • Internal Posting
  • Media
  • SC ETV Web Site
  • State Web Site-careers.sc.gov
  • Other


04

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No


05

Are you currently or have you previously been employed with SC Educational Television and Public Radio?
  • Yes
  • No


06

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate your status (full-time, part-time, temporary, contractor, staffing agency employee, etc.)

07

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No


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