Highway Patrol Electronic Technician Manager
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Ohio State Highway Patrols Mission
The Ohio State Highway Patrol provides unbiased professional public safety services through inclusion collaboration and innovation.
Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location - 1583 Alum Creek Drive Columbus 43209
Work Hours: 7:00am to 3:30pm; On call 24 hours a day 7 days a week
Manage & direct the installation repair testing & preventative maintenance of all electronic & communication equipment operated by the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) to ensure uninterrupted operation of statewide communication system for day-to-day business & emergency responses as required by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) & adherence to other applicable rules & regulations:
- Establish priorities develop project schedules & participate in long-range planning;
- Develop & implement sections policies & procedures for the administration & efficient operation at the Patrol Post;
- Perform installation repair testing & preventative maintenance of all electronic & communication equipment (e.g. Multi-Agency Radio Communications System (MARCS) voice/data equipment automatic vehicle location resources & programs);
- Establish priorities & supervise subordinate personnel (e.g. provide developmental opportunities & work direction coach staff to foster development monitor staff activities to ensure quality customer service & information technology security evaluate performance approve section staffing levels recommend discipline pre-screen applications & participate in interviews);
- Serve as technical liaison to implement electronic repairs installations & other related activities (i.e. order & maintain inventory of spare parts for voice & data radio system & process all invoices relating to Technology & Communication Services equipment);
- Support multiple state agencies communication needs oversee installation testing &/or repair of statewide voice &/or data telecommunications equipment;
- Act as liaison for Patrol Post to internal & external agencies & vendors;
- Inspect communications equipment condition & operation;
- Evaluate training needs & arrange training sessions (e.g. consult with data processing & telecommunications personnel regarding section operations & needs &/or to exchange information recommend training for end-users & for technical staff responsible for maintenance of voice & data radio equipment provide technical assistance to agency personnel regarding telecommunications operations);
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Completion of two-year technical program in electronics telecommunications or radio communications
AND 4 yrs. electronics or radio communications position;
AND hold General Radio Telephone Operators License issued by Federal Communications Commission.;
AND 3 courses or 9 mos. inventory control;
AND 1 course or 3 mos. public relations;
AND 1 course or 3 mos. finance or economics covering topics of budgeting.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualification For Employment noted above.
Note: To meet the minimum qualifications through completion of a 2 yr. technical program applicants must be able to verify that the technical program consisted of a minimum of 21 credit hours upon completion. (Please provide transcripts in this case)
Job Skills; Telecommunication Systems
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to high voltages inclement weather dust dirt & fumes; may be exposed to mosquitoes rodents wasps & poisonous snakes at remote tower sites; on call 24 hrs. 7 days per week.
- This position is essential meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123:& DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
Background Check Information
- A BCI and FBI fingerprint check a background check including a polygraph examination may be required on all selected applicants.
- A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
- This position is subject to Federal Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry transport or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from using or consuming marijuana in any form including recreational marijuana Ohio adult use cannabis medical marijuana or otherwise. As a result the presence of marijuana in a drug test even if used in accordance with Ohio Law will be a positive drug test result which could result in denial of employment.
***Position is identified as safety sensitive & is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.***
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- IDS
- Electronic Warfare
- PCB
- Military Experience
- Mobile Devices
- Surface Mount Technology
- Assembly Experience
- Schematics
- Security System Experience
- Soldering
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
About Company
Department/Division: Job and Family Services- Fayette Ohio Means Job Center Core Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00-5:30Salary Range: Pay Range 6Pay Scale: $18.80 - $23.98Qualified applicants should submit ... View more
