Town of Queen Creek is hiring : IT Public Safety Radio Supervisor in Queen Creek

Overview

The Town is seeking an experienced professional to lead and oversee the Public Safety Radio Shop, ensuring reliable communications for Police, Fire, and emergency services. This position supervises staff, manages day-to-day operations, and serves as the primary liaison between Public Safety departments and the Radio Shop. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in radio communications, proven leadership skills, and the ability to support mission-critical systems in fast-paced environments.

The advertised salary range covers the entire compensation spectrum for the position classification. The anticipated hiring range for this role is between $84,897.09 to $103,998.92 annually. The actual salary offered will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity considerations.

Important Dates :

• Recruitment Closing Date : October 12, 2025
• First round of interviews : Week of October 27, 2025
• Second round of interviews : Week of November 3, 2025

Job Classification Summary

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for supervising staff and overseeing operations, maintenance, and technical support of the Town’s public safety communications system, including radios, consoles, and related equipment. This position ensures reliable communications for Police, Fire, and other emergency services. Incumbents manage day-to-day shop operations, coordinate emergency response communications support, maintain inventory and records, and serve as the primary liaison between the Radio Shop and Public Safety departments.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a senior-level professional classification within the Public Safety support job family. Incumbents independently manage the technical operations of the Radio Shop and supervise staff. The role requires a broad knowledge of radio communications, electronics, emergency communications systems, and Public Safety operational needs. Complex issues or policy matters are referred to management.

Essential Duties

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town’s needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience : Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in electronics, information technology, communications, public administration, or a related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in radio communications, electronics, or Public Safety communications systems, including at least two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements : To be eligible, incumbents cannot be on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) list of Excluded Individuals / Entities (LEIE). Must complete a thorough background investigation including a criminal history check and a polygraph examination.

Licensing / Certification Requirements

Knowledge

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