Engineer, Chief

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KLAS, 8 News Now in Las Vegas, Nevada, is recruiting a broadcast Chief Engineer to oversee the day-to-day operations of the engineering department and maintain all broadcast technology and equipment at the station.

The role requires at least five years of digital electronics experience in a television environment, with a minimum of three years in a leadership position, and a strong track record in capital projects and FCC compliance.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent education/experience in digital electronics or broadcasting.
• Fluency in English and excellent written/verbal communication.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum five years’ experience with digital electronics in TV environments, including three years in leadership.
• Experience leading, coaching and evaluating staff; ability to manage long-range objectives and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Engineering Department and its daily operations.
• Plan staffing, training and performance evaluations for the Engineering Department.
• Make hiring, promotion and termination decisions; set performance standards.
• Maintain all broadcast technology and equipment for the station.
• Ensure FCC and other regulations compliance; work with corporate on tech infrastructure.

Skills

Fluency in English

Leadership experience

Excellent communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Fiber connectivity

A/V routing

Broadcast equipment maintenance

Job description

KLAS, 8 News Now in fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada is actively recruiting for a broadcast Chief Engineer. The Chief Engineeroversees the day to day operations of the engineering department and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at the station.

• Manages all aspects of the Engineering Department
• Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the Engineering Department
• Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
• Maintains all broadcast technology and equipment for the station
• Ensures station compliance with FCC rules and regulations, as well as all local, state and federal regulations applicable to the station
• Works with corporate leadership to develop and implement new technologies and technical infrastructure for the station
• Manages the information technology staff and system
• Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met
• Works with corporate leadership to manage engineering and technology capital projects to the established budgets
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Minimum five years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment, with at least three year’s experience in a leadership role
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
• Strong PC/MS Office experience
• Experience with fiber connectivity, production setups, A/V routing and patching, audio equipment, graphics systems and editing systems
• Experience with digital transmitters, microwave equipment, and other broadcast-related equipment
• Significant experience evaluating, selecting, installing, servicing and maintaining broadcasting industry equipment and information technology systems
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The Chief Engineer must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Chief Engineer must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.

EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled