Manager of Technology- KNBC/KVEA
Universal City, CA

Job Description

Responsibilities

Manager of Technology

Technology/Engineering

Owned Stations & Affiliate Relations

Responsibilities

* Lead a team of engineers and technicians performing design, installation, maintenance and repair of all technical equipment in a 24/7 live broadcast TV environment


* Lead a News Operations Center team of News Acquisition operators managing and coordinating the acquisition of all live news content via microwave, Satellite, CBNG including OQ check-in procedures in a 24/7 live broadcast TV environment.


* Supervise and provide guidance for IT and Broadcast Systems Engineers and NOC operators in support of News


* Function as Chief Operator for FCC EAS logs and maintain FCC Licenses for KNBC & KVEA and microwave installations.


* Assist in design, development, and execution of station projects with or without supervision.


* Manage all UHF transmitters, microwave equipment, Microwave Control systems, radio communications systems, studio equipment, and other equipment associated with our facilities.


* Develop, implement and support Engineering, NOC and IT SOP/workflows


* Ensure that all projects are completed in a timely manner and on budget.


* Ensure compliance with established Change Control procedures


* Partner with EHS lead to ensure compliance with all policies and procedures and perform regular safety inspections to reduce equipment failure or accidents.


* Partner with 3rd party vendors and internal service providers to best service the needs of the station and troubleshoot issues


* Facilitate continuing education on emerging technologies with technical and operations staff.


* Review, approve and purchase maintenance equipment and parts supporting infrastructure reliability


* Review and assign all discrepancy tickets daily and lead daily discrepancy and maintenance review meeting


* Work with News to develop new tools for newcasts


* Manage site leases for Microwave, Beauty Cameras and Radar systems.


* Oversee our mission critical systems, including testing back-up systems, training employees on handling such situations in order to ensure no loss of air time


* Display expert knowledge regarding equipment, technology, and systems and be able to step in and resolve any and all issues in emergency situations


* Assist in the development and implementation of Capital and Operating projects and budgets in coordination with the VP Technology and Owned Stations Division


* Provide diligent and accurate oversight of all capital and operational expenditure


* Stay current with emerging technologies and industry changes


* Supervise and maintain support systems such as the Transmitter emergency power generation and switching systems, UPS and power distribution devices


* Document and maintain strict FCC, EAS, and OSHA regulation compliance


* Must be available to work during major on air events, breaking news situations, severe weather, new system integrations and updates, and provide on-call services 24-7


* Display and maintain professional appearance, based on station standards, and professional demeanor


* Regularly receive and distribute information and instructions via telephone, email, memos and staff meetings, to station personnel or outside vendors/clients


* Oversee and manage local daily technical operations


* Develop, communicate, and implement strategic and tactical plans


* Diligently manage projects driven locally and corporately


* Facilitate user and system break-fix and troubleshooting as needed


* Manage purchasing, logistics, and asset tracking for the department


* Around the clock phone/email access and remote troubleshooting required


* Other duties as required

Qualifications/RequirementsQualifications/Requirements

* Bachelor's degree required (additional 5 years work experience in lieu of degree acceptable)


* Must be familiar with RF Broadcast Transmission systems , Microwave and Radar systems


* Must be familiar with information systems infrastructure relating to broadcast technical systems


* Must have working knowledge of the latest operating systems software, including server and desktop operating systems; Familiar with network routing and IP addressing


* Strong broadcast and RF engineering skills


* Strong network engineering skills


* Strong communication skills, both oral and written


* Strong background and experience with Microsoft Operating Systems and tools


* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Project applications


* Must be able to act with urgency, immediacy, and efficiency and make situation appropriate decisions


* Ability to meet deadlines and be resourceful to solve technical issues


* Excellent troubleshooting skills a must


* Experience of managing a 24/7 News environment


* Able to work with other departments' needs and schedules to accomplish goals


* Must be solution-oriented, proactive, and willing to dig to find a sound resolution

Eligibility Requirements


* Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice


* Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States


* Must be 18 years or older


* Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

Desired CharacteristicsDesired Characteristics

* Experience managing equipment used for production and broadcasting including but not limited to: Video switchers, audio mixers, graphics systems, automation systems, editing systems, video servers, media asset management solutions, archive system, transcoding systems, virtual machines and software applications for a major broadcast network or in a top 5 TV DMA


* Experience leading a large diverse team of engineers, technicians and operators in a live TV environment


* Experience successfully delivering large scale and time critical technical projects and initiatives


* PMI, PMP Certification a plus


* Cisco Certification or equivalent a plus