Director of Engineering and Technology

Director Of Engineering And Technology

The Director Of Engineering And Technology Is A Member Of The Senior Leadership Team Responsible For Overseeing All Technical And Engineering Operations Of Wgvu Public Media. This Person Will Ensure The Effective Deployment, Maintenance, And Innovation Of Broadcast, It, And Digital Technologies. Salary & Benefits : $105,000 - $120,000, Commensurate With Experience. Comprehensive Benefits Package Including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Generous Employer Retirement Contributions, Wellness Resources, And Tuition Waiver. All Benefits Are Effective On Date Of Hire

Primary Duties

• Serves As A Member Of The Wgvu Senior Leadership Team, Responsible For Helping Set The Mission, Vision, And Values For Wgvu Public Media.
• Develop And Supervise The Implementation Of A Comprehensive Technology Strategy For Broadcast, It, And Digital Infrastructure And Delivery. This Includes Department Budgeting And Resource Allocation.
• Oversee The Purchase, Design, Installation, Operations, And Maintenance Of All Technical Systems.
• Manage The Relationship Between Wgvu Public Media And Grand Valley State University It.
• Manage All Leases With Tower Tenants, Working With University Counsel To Ensure Compliance With Grand Valley State University Policies And Procedures.
• Manage Disaster Recovery And Business Continuity Plans, Including Cyber Security Measures.
• Ensure Compliance With Fcc, Faa, Pbs, Npr, And Grand Valley State University Standards; Prepare Reports And Applications For Submission To Federal / State / Local Regulatory Agencies, Including But Not Limited To The Stations Public File, License Applications To The Fcc And Faa, And Any Permits Required By Local Regulatory Agencies.
• Work With Station Grant Writer(S) To Support Grant Applications For Technology Procurement And Upgrades. Manage All Aspects Of Awards For Technology Grants.
• Participate In Wgvu On Air Fund Drives And At Wgvu Events To Support Development And Community Engagement Activities.
• Perform Other Duties As Required / Assigned By Leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities