Chief Engineer

Job Description

Entercom Twin Cities seeks a talented and energetic individual to serve as Chief Engineer for our 3 radio stations; WCCO-AM, KZJK-FM, and KMNB-FM.

If you possess the following skills and experiences, then please contact us to discuss this opportunity.
• Oversee local technical staff
• Responsible for all day-to-day and long-term engineering and operations including towers, RF transmitters, on-air studio operations, automation systems, and all other related broadcast operating systems.
• At Entercom Twin Cities, we're looking for the best people in local media to help build dominant brands that connect consumers and advertisers to build better businesses and communities. We succeed by always doing the right thing with focus, urgency, and passion.

Qualifications:

Must have at least four years of college or technical school and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum 5 years broadcast engineering experience

Hands-on FM, HD and AM transmitter experience

AM Directional Antenna experience

Manage activities for a goal of 100% uptime for station On-Air Products

Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain all broadcast radio station equipment, including transmitters, antenna's, satellite downlinks, automation system, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, telephone system and related other equipment

Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations

Strong verbal and writing communications skills

Strong proven time management skills including ability to multi-task in a multiple project environment

Experience in project planning, management and execution

IT & Network knowledge and experience

Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

Experience with Computer based audio storage system, Scott Systems/Google/WOAFR/VoxPro preferred

Experience with digital audio and audio streaming

Availability to work various hours / days, including some weekends and holidays

Ability to provide on-call status 24/7 in case of equipment failure

Must have a valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.

Great to have:

FCC General Class License or SBE Certifications are a plus

Qualifications:

Qualifications:
• Must have at least four years of college or technical school and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years broadcast engineering experience
• Hands-on FM, HD and AM transmitter experience
• AM Directional Antenna experience
• Manage activities for a goal of 100% uptime for station On-Air Products
• Ability to inspect, repair, and maintain all broadcast radio station equipment, including transmitters, antenna's, satellite downlinks, automation system, studio equipment, remote equipment, generators, telephone system and related other equipment
• Knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations
• Strong verbal and writing communications skills
• Strong proven time management skills including ability to multi-task in a multiple project environment
• Experience in project planning, management and execution
• IT & Network knowledge and experience
• Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Experience with Computer based audio storage system, Scott Systems/Google/WOAFR/VoxPro preferred
• Experience with digital audio and audio streaming
• Availability to work various hours / days, including some weekends and holidays
• Ability to provide on-call status 24/7 in case of equipment failure
• Must have a valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.

Great to have:

FCC General Class License or SBE Certifications are a plus

EEO Statement:

Entercom is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Entercom affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/ gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Entercom, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

First/Mid Level Officials and Managers

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gk24o8-3-143-17-128-42 in your application.