Radio Systems Specialist

Las-Vegas-Metropolitan-Police-Department; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department seeks a radio communications technician to troubleshoot and maintain complex radio networks, install and repair emergency equipment, and ensure operational readiness for public safety needs.

The role requires several years of experience with RF systems, a Nevada driver license, and eligibility to obtain FCC licenses. Applicants must meet strict age, citizenship, and training prerequisites before testing.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience troubleshooting, installing, repairing and maintaining advanced radio communications equipment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Nevada driver license required.
• Citizen or permanent resident status by the date of the first test instrument.
• Must be at least 18 years old by the date of the first test instrument.

Responsibilities

• Incumbents troubleshoot and maintain radio system networks; install, integrate, maintain, and repair police, and emergency equipment and associated components.

Skills

RF communications

Radio repeater sites

Mobile radios

Portable radios

FCC license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nevada driver license

Citizenship or permanent resident status by test date

Age 18+ by test date

Job description

Salary Information

The salary for this position is negotiated through a collective bargaining agreement. All new employees will be hired at the minimum salary in the range and will be eligible for merit increases until reaching the maximum salary in the range.

Definition

Incumbents troubleshoot and maintain radio system networks; install, integrate, maintain, and repair police, and emergency equipment and associated components. Click here to view a complete copy of the class specification, including environmental and physical conditions.

Training, Education and Experience

• Three years of increasingly responsible experience troubleshooting, installing, repairing and maintaining advanced radio communications equipment, preferably in a public safety or military environment.
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Nevada driver license.
• Be a citizen/naturalized citizen or permanent resident alien without conditions on status of the United States of America by the date of the first test instrument.
• Be at least 18 years old by the date of the first test instrument.

Best Candidates Will Have

• More than three years of experience in radio frequency communications.
• Experience in radio repeater sites to include solar, batteries and generators.
• Experience in communication networks and associated sub-systems.
• Experience in mobile and portable radios.
• A valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License.

Conditions of Employment

In addition to the General Conditions of Employment, found here,the following specific conditions of employment and physical conditions apply to this position.

1. Personal Appearance:While on duty, and/or representing the Department, uniformed or otherwise, all Department employees will be neat and clean in their appearance in public. Employees are prohibited from attaching, affixing, or displaying objects, articles or jewelry on or through the nose, tongue, eyebrow or other exposed body part, except the ears for females, while on duty. Employees are prohibited from stretching or "gauging" their earlobes. All jewelry implants will not be exposed or visible while on duty. Tattoos or branding will not be exposed or visible while on duty and/or representing the Department. Such markings must be covered by clothing. Markings that cannot be covered by clothing will be covered using neutral-toned bandages or patches except for hands, neck, head, or face tattoos. Makeup is not permissible to cover a tattoo. Tattoos or branding anywhere on the body that promote racism/discrimination, indecency, extremist or supremacist philosophies, lawlessness, violence, or contain sexually explicit material are prohibited.
2. Participate in the LVMPD Mental Wellness Program.
3. Obtain a valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License OR FCC Technician-Class Amateur Radio License within 12 months from date of hire.
4. Maintain a valid, appropriate Nevada driver license.
5. Vision sufficient to read computer screens, fine prints in documents, and distinguishing fine details on electronic boards as well as color-coded cables.
6. Hearing sufficient to hear conversations and directions in person and over the telephone or radio.
7. Dexterity and mobility sufficient to operate standard office equipment, mechanical and electrical equipment, and tools; operate motorized vehicles and climb towers.
8. Agility sufficient to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead.
9. Strength and mobility sufficient to lift, move and carry moderately heavy mechanical and electrical parts and equipment with or without aid of equipment.
10. Endurance sufficient to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time to complete assigned tasks; stand and move around while working indoors, outdoors or within confined spaces; and/or to wear required safety equipment.

Inquiries

• Aimee Davis, Human Resources Technician, 702-828-4308, [e-mail]
• Jaime Ward, Analyst, 702-828-5673, [e-mail]