Manager, Broadcast Engineering & Facilities

About the role

• Leads the overall technical operation, maintenance and development of the production and facility infrastructure.
• Oversee all engineering functions, including transmission, studio, production, IT integration, FCC compliance and facility systems.
• Directs the set up and operation of sound and video equipment for live events and recordings to ensure the best results.
• Lead installation and maintenance of audio and video equipment / systems.

Responsibilities

Technical Operations:

• Ensure uninterrupted on-air operation and rapid response to technical outages.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for all broadcast and facility equipment.
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of broadcast and production systems.
• Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers for equipment support and service.
• Work in conjunction with the outsourced MSP provider to ensure network reliability and integrity.

Leadership & Staff Management:

• Supervise and develop engineering personnel, including Production Engineers and independent contractors.
• Work closely with the contracted engineering firm on large-scale upgrade projects.
• Establish department goals, schedules, and performance benchmarks.
• Manage emergency response procedures.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure station compliance with FCC regulations and technical standards.
• Maintain required technical logs, licenses, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate FCC inspections and audits as required.
• Implement and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

IT & Network Integration:

• Oversee broadcast/production related IT systems and networks.
• Implement and support cloud-based workflows, media asset management systems, and content delivery platforms.
• Coordinate with third-party technology providers on system upgrades.

Production Support:

• Provide technical support for live local productions.
• Ensure optimal performance of camera, audio, graphics, editing, and automation systems.
• Ensure reliable remote broadcasts and field transmission systems.
• Work closely with Content team on production requirements and execution.

Technology Planning:

• Develop and manage annual engineering budgets and capital expenditures.
• Evaluate emerging broadcast technologies and recommend upgrades.
• Lead equipment installation, facility upgrades, and technical infrastructure projects.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and procurement processes.
• Support digital transformation initiatives, including IP-based broadcast workflows.

Daily Support:

• Set up and tests equipment before events, broadcasts, live stream events, etc.
• Sets up and operates IFB's, intercoms, phone lines and other peripheral audio equipment.
• Ensure studio and PTZ cameras, monitors, recorders, and other video equipment are operational.
• Resolve technical issues when they arise with production.
• Capable of installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting all equipment related to broadcasting.
• Operating all equipment related to broadcasting on an advanced level.

All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (Results Ownership):

• Maintain uninterrupted broadcast, operation and transmission operations.
• Drive continuous improvement of technical processes, infrastructure and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations and industry standards.
• Led implementation of new IP-based technologies.

KEY COMPETENCY COMPONENTS (Behaviors Exhibited):

SKILLS: (Ability to use knowledge effectively and competently in