Audio Engineer

New-York-City-Department-of-Citywide-Administrative-Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) seeks a Radio and Television Operator (Level 3) to provide live audio support for Mayoral and City events across New York City. The role covers setup, mixing, and maintenance of public address systems for City Hall ceremonies and other venues.

The candidate should have experience in live sound, familiarity with analog/digital consoles, and the ability to work under pressure. NY license may be required for some duties; residency is expected.

Qualifications

• Six months of full-time satisfactory experience as a radio operator, broadcast technician, repairperson or mechanic in radio/television or related field.
• A Motor Vehicle license valid in NY may be required for some assignments.
• To be assigned at Level III, three years of satisfactory full-time experience as a broadcast technician (radio/television) is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up audio equipment and mix live sound for hearings and ceremonies at City Hall and across five boroughs.
• Perform audio mixing with attention to levels for press and news media.
• Transport and lift heavy audio equipment and set up systems in various weather conditions.
• Perform basic maintenance of audio equipment in City Hall and audio vehicles.

Skills

Live sound mixing

Public address systems

Audio troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Streaming/online media

Pressure handling

Tools

Analog/digital mixing consoles

Audio equipment maintenance

Job description

DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City?s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies. What we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of City government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York.

Our commitment to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability guides our work providing City agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including:

• Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
• Managing 56 public buildings.
• Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
• Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
• Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
• Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

When you work at DCAS, you're not just working for one agency, but in service to all of them. It's an opportunity to provide meaningful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. Visit our website at NYC.GOV/DCAS to learn more about the work we do.

Public Affairs plays a vital role in advancing the agency’s priorities and strengthening relationships with elected officials, government agencies, community leaders, and other key stakeholders. The team is responsible for developing and executing intergovernmental engagement strategies that promote the agency’s initiatives, facilitate coordination across government, and ensure the agency is responsive to the needs and priorities of its external partners. Through strategic outreach, relationship management, and stakeholder engagement, Public Affairs helps position the agency as a trusted partner and effective resource within city government.

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) seeks to hire a Radio and Television Operator (Level 3) to work within the Sound unit. This unit falls under the Special Events unit. The qualified candidate will be responsible for all aspects of live sound audio support for Mayoral and City sponsored events throughout the five boroughs.

Responsibilities

• Set up audio equipment and mix Live sound that requires amplification for Public Address systems for various hearings and ceremonies held at City Hall and throughout the five boroughs of NYC for the Mayor's Office, City Council, and other city agencies.
• Perform audio mixing tasks with special attention to audio levels operating at optimal levels for press and news media to record public events.
• Transport and lift heavy audio equipment and setting up public address systems in all types of weather conditions.
• Perform basic maintenance of audio equipment in City Hall and audio vehicles.

RADIO AND TELEVISION OPERATOR - 90411

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements

Six months of full-time satisfactory experience as a radio operator, broadcast technician, repairperson or mechanic in the field of radio, television or two-way communications or broadcast trainee in a broadcasting station or performing closely related work.

License Requirement

A Motor Vehicle license valid in the State of New York may be required for some assignments. This license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

Special Note

To be assigned to Assignment Level III the candidate must have, in addition to the requirements listed above, three years of satisfactory full-time experience as a broadcast technician (radio and/or television) which may include experience as a broadcast trainee in a broadcasting station.

Preferred Skills

• Three years of experience as an A1 Audio Engineer mixing live sound.
• Advanced Audio theory knowledge is preferred.
• Six months of full-time satisfactory experience as a Live Sound audio mixing engineer in a Live Sound environment with experience setting up and operating public address systems, analog and digital mixing consoles.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Knowledge of basic internet streaming skills and PC / Mac office skills.
• Knowledge of setting up Public Address systems and mixing on analog/digital mixing consoles for Live Sound outdoor and indoor events.
• Knowledge of audio theory, audio industry standards, and audio equipment.
• Knowledge of maintaining audio equipment to keep it in proper working order.
• Ability to troubleshoot audio problems quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to perform under pressure situations.
• Ability to follow instructions and directions on setting up audio equipment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.