Job Summary/Description:

The Assistant Chief Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering, IT, and Operations departments. This position is responsible for supporting a live news production environment as well as managing and administering all aspects of the IT infrastructure.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• May lead a team of Engineers, IT, Technical Media Producers, and Facility staff. • Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the departmental budget and capital planning. • Assist with hiring, managing, mentoring, and motivating staff. • Oversee the installation and maintenance of all equipment. This includes Audio, Video, RF broadcast gear, and critical IT systems. • May serve as the station's Safety Coordinator • Manage computer systems/software (desktops, laptops, and servers) and provide end-user support • Maintain and manage the station's IP network and oversee network security policies • Repair and maintain broadcast equipment, including our commercial/programming playout system, automated news production equipment, OTT desk, and news acquisition equipment • Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools • Perform software upgrades and file backups on the network daily, weekly, or monthly • Troubleshoot systems issues and provide end-user support through phone, email, or in-person, and maintain our Help Desk tickets to support all departments • Integration, maintenance, and operation of new and current equipment, including towers, transmitters, microwave, satellite, and IT equipment • Assist with documentation of IT setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT-related field, or equivalent. • Two years of experience in engineering at a broadcast station or equivalent work experience may suffice. • Comprehensive knowledge of modern digital broadcast equipment, including but not limited to transmitters, transport stream encoders, video switchers, audio consoles, automation systems, robotic camera systems, and ENG equipment • Knowledgeable in both linear and nonlinear programming • Intermediate knowledge of budgeting • Excellent leadership, communication, verbal, and written skills • Understanding of both serial and IP communication • Comply with FCC Rules and broadcasting standards as well as OSHA regulations • Must be able to manage multiple priorities to meet tight deadlines, able to adapt to changing deadlines while presenting a calming and confident presence • Maintain composure and make clear decisions in response to extreme, unexpected, or stressful situations • Strong knowledge of IT systems, Active Directory, networks, and related technologies. • Knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including server and desktop operating systems • Troubleshooting expertise for computers and software • Scripting or Programming knowledge is a plus • Must have or be able to attain a valid driver’s license. Driving record should not have any major convictions, no more than one minor conviction or at-fault accident in the past years. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including some travel with occasional night, weekend, and on-call work in support of a / television operation. Work primarily at the station or transmitter site, but may also require in-field work. • Ability to lift lbs. or more, ascend/descend a ladder, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access equipment under desks or in tight spaces • Perform other duties assigned

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the  Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

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