Public Safety Radio Programmer & Systems Analyst

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid schedule

Growth opportunities

Low-cost healthcare

On-site childcare

Job summary

Maricopa County is seeking a Public Safety/RF Programmer Analyst to configure radios, train users and troubleshoot issues for departments across the County, including the Sheriff’s Office. The role focuses on ensuring reliable, mission-critical communications for first responders and public service teams.

You will work hands-on with advanced radio technologies, collaborating with RF engineers, senior technicians, and installers to maintain vital programming records and support a broad network of

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the configuration of radio templates and programming support of Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Communications Technology, Information Systems, or related field.
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Program and update portable, mobile, and base radios using vendor-specific software (e.g., Motorola CPS, Radio Management).
• Deploy firmware updates and provide end-user support, including troubleshooting radio issues and coordinating repairs.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute code plugs and programming templates for various user roles and departments.
• Maintain detailed programming records, inventory databases and change logs.
• Deprogram radios and prepare them for disposal; train personnel on radio usage and operational protocols.

Skills

Radio programming

RF fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Communications/IS

Tools

Motorola CPS

Radio Management

Job description

Maricopa County is seeking a Public Safety/RF Programmer Analyst to configure radios, train users and troubleshoot issues for departments across the County, including the Sheriff’s Office. The role focuses on ensuring reliable, mission-critical communications for first responders and public service teams.

You will work hands-on with advanced radio technologies, collaborating with RF engineers, senior technicians, and installers to maintain vital programming records and support a broad network of