Radio Communication Systems Coordinator
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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Hiring Agency:
Military - Agency 31

Location:
Lincoln Job Posting

Hiring Rate:
$23.880

Classification Salary Range:
$23.89 - $35.21

Job Posting:
JR2024-00003727 Radio Communication Systems Coordinator (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-02-2024

Job Description:
oStable employment and hours with regular salary increases
oThirteen paid holidays per year
oCompetitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement, agency free parking and flexible work schedules
o79% employer-paid health insurance with four plans and coverage levels to choose from
oDental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and more
oGenerous vacation and sick leave earnings each year starting at 12 days each.
o156% state-matched retirement for state plans

Background check will be required.

Location: Nebraska Emergency Management Agency, 2433 NW 24th Street, Lincoln NE

Starting Hourly Pay Rate is $23.885

Duties:

Coordinates all matters relating to the operational capabilities and maintenance of communication equipment.

Insures that government regulations concerning the installation and operation of communication equipment are complied with.

Compiles and maintains all records pertaining to the communications systems and submits the required reports and forms to designated authorities.

Consults, coordinates with, and maintains liaison with various federal, state, and local government agencies, public safety agencies, and public broadcast organizations to ensure the effectiveness of the communication networks.

Advises local government agencies on writing project applications and agreements for financial aid or grant funding.

Evaluates for approval project applications involving federal funds to support and expand the capabilities of the State Emergency Communications facilities.

Operates various equipment in the communications and warning networks to receive and dispatch messages, data, and other information, and to ensure the operational readiness of the equipment.

Advises agency staff on operational and technical communications matters to inform personnel of current and/or changed procedures, changes in equipment, and/or other data and information pertaining to the communications system.

Responds to verbal and written requests for communications information from citizens and federal, state, and local authorities.

Establishes and maintains a historical and current weather file and ensures that weather warnings are disseminated statewide.

Assists in establishing communications equipment maintenance contracts.

May serve as coordinator for an agency's telephone communications system.

REQUIREMENTS: Post high school coursework/training in electronics of radio and telephone communications AND experience in communications equipment operations including design, planning, installation and/or maintenance of communication systems. Management experience in the communications field is desirable. A Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Amateur Radio of General or higher is needed. (May be obtained after being hired.).

Other: Incumbent will be assigned as an Agency Watch Officer on a rotational basis and must be available for emergencies on a 24-hour basis for a 7 day period. Additionally, incumbents must be available around the clock in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. Must be able to report to NEMA office within a timely manner and be available to travel away from home for up to two weeks at a time.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local communications, regulations, policies, and procedures; principles and techniques of management and supervision; principles and techniques of communications networks, operations, and procedures; federal, state, and local regulations applicable to the installation, operation, and maintenance of communications systems; emergency operations requirements and capabilities; warning procedures, equipment, and training used.

Ability to interact with others, sometimes under emergency conditions; communicate orally and in writing; keep accurate records; write necessary reports; operate communications equipment; detect malfunctions in the communications equipment; analyze communications problems and various situations and to take effective action; interpret and apply communications regulations, policies, and procedures; develop and maintain working relationships with representatives of federal, state, and local agencies and authorities.

Skill in training others to operate the communications equipment according to regulations and procedures; public speaking.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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