Head of Broadcast Engineering & Operations

Hearst Television; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits

Job summary

Hearst Television's Gulf Coast News in Fort Myers, FL seeks a Chief Engineer to organize, plan, and lead the technical operation of our live broadcast environment.

The role manages studio and field equipment, IT infrastructure, and staff, ensuring FCC compliance, quality control, and timely maintenance across transmitter and distribution systems; reporting to the General Manager and Department Head Team.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent military training and experience.
• Budgeting and capital planning experience.
• Computer literacy mandatory.
• FCC General Class License a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of all studio and field equipment
• Supervision of the daily operation of the station
• Supervise technical and operational staff
• Oversight of IT integrity and infrastructure
• Maintain transmitter, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution and routing systems
• Exhibits working knowledge of television maintenance as well as FCC requirements and licensing
• Has ability to adapt to multiple priorities

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Computer literacy

Education

College Degree or equivalent military training and experience

SBE certifications are preferred

Job description

Hearst Television's Gulf Coast News in Fort Myers, FL seeks a Chief Engineer to organize, plan, and lead the technical operation of our live broadcast environment.

The role manages studio and field equipment, IT infrastructure, and staff, ensuring FCC compliance, quality control, and timely maintenance across transmitter and distribution systems; reporting to the General Manager and Department Head Team.