Administrative Staff (Broadcast Engineer)

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental/Vision/Basic Life premiums

Paid time off & holidays

Education and development funds

Job summary

The Broadcast Educational Media Commission in Ohio is seeking a Broadcasting Engineer to monitor scheduled programming and coordinate with station staff to ensure reliable statewide distribution of public television.

The role requires experience with television automation systems and media production software, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and meticulous attention to detail as you operate control software, edit logs, and document issues.

Qualifications

• Broadcasting experience or training is required.
• At least 1 year in a broadcasting environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows.
• AND one of: 24 months of experience in TV engineering or 9 courses/training in broadcast automation or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Monitor scheduled programming and signal transmissions for Ohio’s public television stations and The Ohio Channel, coordinating with coworkers and station staff for distribution success.
• Operate broadcast control software and systems to manage scheduled media, edit logs, adjust server metadata, and route content from PBS, The Ohio Channel, Deutsche Welle, and other sources.
• Document discrepancies and technical issues affecting statewide distribution, ensuring accurate reporting and rapid support for system integrity.

Skills

Communications

Engineering

Attention to Detail

Education

Two‑year program in broadcasting, media arts, or media communications

Tools

Television automation systems

Broadcasting software

Media production software

Job description

Job Description - Administrative Staff (Broadcast Engineer) (260005TJ)

Organization

Broadcast Educational Media Commission

Agency Contact Name and Information: Morgan Turjanica: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 1, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Richard B Hull Operations Ctr 2470 North Star Road Columbus 43221

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full‑time

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Communications

Technical Skills

Engineering

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail

Agency Overview

Who we are:

The Broadcast Educational Media Commission seeks to expand the knowledge of Ohio's citizens through promotion of educational broadcasting products, funding of the state's broadcast affiliates and organizations, and collaboration with stakeholders and advocates of technology-driven education.

Job Description

This Broadcasting Engineer role at the Broadcast Educational Media Commission is responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor scheduled programming and signal transmissions for Ohio’s public television stations and The Ohio Channel, while coordinating with coworkers and station staff to ensure the successful distribution of broadcast programming.
• Operate broadcast control software and systems to manage scheduled media, including editing daily broadcast logs, adjusting local server media metadata, and routing broadcast program content from the national PBS network, The Ohio Channel, Deutsche Welle, The Classic Arts Showcase, and other live programming sources utilized by Ohio’s public television stations.
• Document discrepancies and technical issues that affect or interrupt the statewide distribution of public television broadcasts, ensuring accurate reporting and rapid support for system integrity.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Experience or training in broadcasting, broadcasting software, or traffic software, including familiarity with television automation systems and media production software

At least one year of experience in a broadcasting environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows.

AND one of the following:

• 24 months of experience in communication work focused on television engineering techniques.
• OR 9 courses OR 24 months of training in broadcast automation systems; control and operation of telecommunications systems; video editing; customer service; communications and media; electronic mail software (email); ITSM or service desk platforms (e.g., Zoho ManageEngine, ServiceNow); data entry.
• OR Completion of a two‑year program in broadcasting, media arts, or media communications.
• OR Equivalent to the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment listed above

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Broadcast Educational Media Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age (40 years or older), genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status, in making employment‑related decisions about an individual.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug‑Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.