APT Assistant Broadcast Director

Alabama Public Television, Inc.; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pension plan

Paid annual and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Thirteen paid holidays

PSLF Qualifying Employer

Job summary

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking a full-time Assistant Broadcast Director to operate and maintain one of the largest statewide broadcast networks in Alabama. The role supports the Deputy Director and Broadcast Director, overseeing transmitter/microwave sites and ensuring reliable signal delivery across the statewide network.

The successful candidate will have an RF/electronics background and 3 years of relevant experience, plus a valid Alabama driver's license.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in Electronics, RF, Broadcasting, Telecommunications or related field.
• Three years of work experience in maintenance, operation, and repair of broadcast equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation of transmitter/microwave sites.
• Troubleshoot RF, electrical, and communications infrastructure.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency off-air situations.
• Partner with Network Operations Center to maintain logs and reliability.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to junior engineering staff.
• Perform routine maintenance on assigned microwave/transmitter equipment.
• Work with other agencies and viewers to maintain good relationships.

Skills

RF troubleshooting

Field infrastructure

MS Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Task prioritization

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Two-year degree in Electronics/RF/Broadcasting

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Alabama Public Television (APT) is seeking a full-time Assistant Broadcast Director to help operate and maintain one of the largest statewide broadcast transmission networks in Alabama. The current position opening is in Montgomery County. APT operates 9 fiber-connected transmitter sites and 18 microwave sites with over 2200 miles of digital bidirectional microwave paths.

The successful candidate will possess strong knowledge of RF and electrical systems and will assist both the Deputy Director and Broadcast Director in managing the technical and operational functions of our broadcast infrastructure, ensuring consistent signal delivery across APT’s statewide network and adherence to all broadcast standards.

If you enjoy working in the field, solving complex technical challenges, and supporting critical infrastructure that serves the public, we encourage you to apply.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Oversee the daily operation of assigned transmitter/microwave sites.
• Troubleshoot and repair RF, electrical, and communications infrastructure.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for critical broadcast infrastructure to ensure a timely response to emergency off-air situations.
• Partner with our Network Operations Center (NOC) to maintain system logs and reliability.
• Provide guidance, training, and oversight to junior engineering staff.
• Perform routine maintenance on assigned microwave/transmitter equipment.
• Work with other agencies and viewers to ensure a good working relationship is maintained.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We welcome candidates with experience in:

• Broadcast equipment
• RF (Radio Frequency) systems
• Electrical infrastructure
• Microwave communications
• Military communications systems

KEY SKILLS:

• Troubleshooting complex RF, electrical, or communications systems
• Working with infrastructure in field environments (towers, remote sites, etc.)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate effectively
• Strong problem-solving and independent decision-making skills
• Proven leadership capability

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited junior college or a technical school with a two-year degree in Electronics, RF (Radio Frequency), Broadcasting, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of work experience in the maintenance, operation, and repair of broadcast equipment.
• Valid Alabama Driver License

NOTE

Qualifying experience above the minimum may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SALARY RANGE:

$52,761.60 - $88,524.00 (commensurate with experience)

Benefits

• Health | Dental | Vision | Cancer | FSA insurance options for employees and eligible dependents
• Pension plan
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Thirteen paid holidays
• PSLF Qualifying Employer

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Alabama Public Television is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.