Public Safety/RF Programmer Analyst

Maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,948,000 - 151,867,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid/alternative work schedule

Growth opportunities

Healthcare for you and dependents

Childcare (on-site)

Paid vacation and sick time

Wellness program

ASRS employer match on Day 1

Job summary

Maricopa County’s Enterprise Technology & Innovation is seeking a Public Safety/RF Programmer Analyst to configure radios, train users, troubleshoot issues and maintain programming records for multiple departments including the Sheriff’s Office.

You will work hands-on with advanced radio technologies, collaborating with RF engineers, senior radio techs, and installers to ensure reliable, mission-critical communications for first responders and public services.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in configuring radio templates and programming support of Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Communications Technology, Information Systems, or related field; combination of education and experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Proficiency in two-way radio programming (Motorola preferred).
• Familiarity with trunked radio systems, P25 digital standards, encryption, and simulcast technologies.
• Understanding of RF fundamentals.
• Ability to maintain detailed inventory records.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation habits.

Responsibilities

• Program and update portable, mobile, and base radios using vendor-specific software (e.g., Motorola CPS, Radio Management).
• Deploy firmware updates.
• Provide support for end users, 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, features, and operational protocols.
• Generate reports on radio firmware and programming versions.

Skills

Radio programming

RF fundamentals

P25 encryption

Trunked radio systems

Simulcast technologies

Two-way radio programming

Inventory management

Troubleshooting

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Communications Technology, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Motorola CPS

Radio Management

Job description

Posting Date 08/20/26 Application Deadline 09/03/26 Pay Range $28.25 - $53.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Enterprise Technology

About the Position

Be part of the team that powers 9,200 square miles of Maricopa County with critical public safety communications that keep communities safe. As a Public Safety/RF Programmer Analyst, you’ll configure and program radios, train users, troubleshoot communication issues, and maintain vital programming records for departments across the County, including the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. You'll work hands‑on with advanced radio technologies while collaborating closely with internal experts like RF engineers, senior radio technicians, and radio installers. Your work will have a direct, life‑saving impact by ensuring first responders and public service teams have reliable, mission‑critical communications when it matters most.

About Us

Are you looking for a career in a dynamic organization that embraces a can‑do spirit? Look no further than Maricopa County’s Enterprise Technology & Innovation! We are a team that prides itself on leveraging technology to drive digital transformation. We look for ways to bring about innovative solutions while providing top‑notch customer service.

Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose.

• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work‑life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low‑cost, high‑value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on‑site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% monthly contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

We Require

• 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.
• We Also Value Proficiency in two‑way radio programming (Motorola preferred)
• Familiarity with trunked radio systems, P25 digital standards, encryption, and simulcast technologies
• Understanding of RF fundamentals
• Ability to maintain detailed inventory records
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and good documentation habits

Job Contributions

• Program and update portable, mobile, and base radios using vendor‑specific software (e.g., Motorola CPS, Radio Management)
• Deploy firmware updates
• Provide support for end users, 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, features, and operational protocols
• Generate reports on radio firmware and programming versions

Working Conditions

Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties & responsibilities the employee maybe exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications. Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile. Must pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety‑sensitive. Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.

We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest‑growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you.