Director of Technology- KDEN & KULX

NBCUniversal; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading media organization in Denver, CO is seeking a Director of Technology to oversee technology operations and support media production. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in the technology sector. The role requires excellent communication skills and a proven track record in project management. This position offers a competitive salary range and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of proven technology leadership experience.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to effectively manage and delegate.
• Proven track record as a manager of teams with strong ability to develop leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the technology team’s day-to-day operations.
• Troubleshoot issues and support systems 24/7.
• Provide technical excellence for local operations.

Skills

Technology leadership experience

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS in Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Director of Technology – KDEN & KULX

Join the Technology team in Denver, CO, supporting KDEN and KULX in Salt Lake City. As a Director of Technology, you will implement and support technology and users within our mission‑critical media production and enterprise IT environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the technology team’s day-to-day operations across the station and transmitter environment.
• Be available 24/7 to troubleshoot issues and support all systems, infrastructure, and applications and coordinate production, technology and facility needs across all departments.
• Provide technical excellence for all local operations, enabling them to provide compelling news, programming and service to our viewers, clients and partners.
• Develop, update, and promote the use of key documentation and SOPs to troubleshoot, transfer knowledge, and maintain system documentation.
• Oversee and support complex broadcast and IT systems over their complete life cycles.
• Partner with the Director of EHS to coordinate Environment Health & Safety efforts and related reporting systems.
• Prepare and maintain department budgets, forecasts, plans and participate in annual capital planning.
• Actively participate in management staff meetings, weekly DOT calls with Division staff and projects across the NBCU Local division.
• Ensure compliance with all FCC and other regulatory authority requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven technology leadership experience.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Expert knowledge of news, operations, project management, broadcast production, technology, and finance.
• Proven track record supporting a high‑end news organization within a large market or network.
• Must be a self‑starter with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively manage and delegate.
• Prior television station experience desired.
• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven track record as a manager of teams with strong ability to develop leaders and create a positive culture of accountability.
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing efforts and deadlines on a continuous basis.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in Denver, CO.
• Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, and on weekends with short notice.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.

Salary Range: $90,000.00- $118,000.00

This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement and various other discounts and perks.

Additional Information – External candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].