Chief Engineer/Broadcast IT Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Unified Management: Manage all operational aspects of the Engineering and Broadcast IT Departments.
• Team Leadership: Lead, schedule, and mentor a combined team of IT professionals and broadcast engineers, ensuring adequate coverage for 24/7 operations.
• HR Functions: Make authoritative decisions regarding hiring, evaluations, promotions, and terminations.
• Staff Development: Identify developmental needs, set performance standards, and coach staff to improve their knowledge of both traditional RF and modern IP technologies.
• Workflow Supervision: Assign projects, manage schedules, and track milestones to guarantee deadlines are met.
• Broadcast IT & Cloud Operations: System Management, Cloud & Newsroom Tech, Business Continuity, Tech Migration.
• Compliance, Strategy & Collaboration: Regulatory Compliance, Capital Projects, Cross-Departmental Collaboration.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree or Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, Information Technology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of 5 years of experience in broadcast, IT, and/or television production environments. Minimum of 3 years in a management or supervisory role leading technical teams.
• Certifications: Cisco CCNA, SBE (Society of Broadcast Engineers), and/or SMPTE certifications are a strong plus.
• Technical & Functional Skills: Networking Expertise, Cloud Computing, IP & Streaming, Traditional Broadcast.
• Crisis Management: Exceptional ability to remain calm under pressure and logically solve complex technical issues during live broadcasts.
• Communication: Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills (written and oral) in English.
• Licensing: Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Pay

$60,000 - $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience.