Assistant Chief Engineer

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

WUNC Radio provides quality news, information and entertainment programming to a broad listening audience that includes North Carolina, the United States and the world. WUNC serves North Carolinians from Greensboro to the Outer Banks through a network of seven stations.

Position Summary

The Assistant Chief Engineer position will assist the Chief Engineer in the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. The scope of responsibilities for this position will encompass providing support in maintaining and improving the transmission, quality and reliability of our 12 licensed signals and 15 broadcast studios. This includes 11 transmitter locations, our principal studios in Chapel Hill and Durham and two remote Raleigh studio locations: the Legislature and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Responsibilities include quality of signal for the entire signal path from studios to over-the-air plus digital streams. Assistance with buildings & facilities are included in this position, including emergency generators, HVAC systems, roofing, plumbing, locks and security. This position reports to the Director of IT & Engineering and works with a team of technical co-workers and contractors to create, maintain and repair broadcast and audio systems.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience Some positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Facility wiring, grounding and interconnect;

• RF and High Voltage Safety;

• Network security;

• Electronic theory;

• Electronic mathematics and formulas;

• Arithmetic, geometry and algebra;

• Ohm's Law, VSWR, Impedance

Skills: soldering; electronic troubleshooting; reading and understanding electronic schematic diagrams; audio, RF and network wiring and termination; use of test and monitoring equipment including multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, power meters

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Graduation from a four-year college and experience in the maintenance and repair of radio production, broadcasting, computer, and transmitter systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• FCC General Class License and/or SBE Certification

• FCC Compliance knowledge

• Communication and Documentation skills

• Project Management Skills

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

This position requires the following:

• Frequent physical exertion including standing, crawling, fitting into tight spaces, sitting or standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting and carrying materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Around the clock (24/7 basis, including holidays and weekends) response to equipment problems and outages.

• Ability to receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively and balance sometimes competing demands.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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