Cumulus Media – Ft Walton Beach is accepting applications for Chief Engineer of 5 radio stations.

Scope

Directs and coordinates installation, maintenance and repair of studio, transmitting and ancillary equipment in order to maintain competitive signals in the market while complying with all FCC technical requirements. Includes responsibility for telecommunications, computer and networking systems.

General Responsibilities
•Maintains station operation through preventative and corrective maintenance
•Establishes and follows routine maintenance procedures and schedules for all broadcast equipment
•Installs and performs maintenance on control consoles, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, transmitters, antennas, control systems, remote equipment, etc.
•Works with programming/promotion departments to coordinate and maintain remote broadcasts as needed

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
•Knowledge of all applicable FCC rules and regulations
•Advanced experience with cluster-wide audio routing, digital audio delivery, EAS, Studio Telephone and engineering IT systems
•Computer literacy in applicable software packages (Microsoft OS and Office Suite, OpX Automation Systems, etc.)
•Ability to troubleshoot broadcast equipment to the component level
•Ability to work independently to troubleshoot/repair high-power AM and FM transmitting facilities
•Extensive IT skills including local area and wide area networking
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Problem-solving ability and skill in prioritizing
•Knowledge of electrical systems, UPS, and standby generators and record keeping
•Knowledge of telephone systems and protocols including POTS, ISDN, T1, DSL and PRI circuits
•Interact with management and staff at all levels and ability to multi-task and handle pressures and deadlines
•Minimum 5 years as Station Assistant or Chief Engineer

Education and Licensing Requirements
•Associates or technical degree in Broadcasting Engineering Technology or related field or equivalent level of experience
•SBE Certification a plus
•Must possess valid state drivers license and provide required proof of personal vehicle insurance

Physical Requirements
•May require lifting or moving up to 75 lbs
•May require climbing ladders and working on elevated surfaces (e.g. rooftops)
•Requires good manual dexterity for soldering, use of hand tools and working on small components
•Ability to be on 24 x 7 x 365 callout for after hours emergencies or routine maintenance as the need arises

For immediate consideration, please send all resumes to engineeringposition@cumulus.com and, in the subject line, reference Ft Walton CE, AND your name.
(ex. Ft Walton CE – Joe Smith)

Please no phone calls or emails than noted above. Candidates with disabilities and who need assistance in the application process may write to Cumulus Media Attn: Engineering Dept, 9801 Westheimer Suite 700 – Houston, TX 77042.

(10/09/14)