Radio Technician III

It is important that all experience be fully documented. FailuretoANSWER ALLSUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELYmaycause the candidate to be rejected.


PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.

The application is partof the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility toparticipate in the next phase of the selection process.

Clearly describe yourqualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education trainingexperience knowledge skills and abilities that you fail to indicate.

Do not leave any answerspaces blank; if a question does not apply write N/A.

Although you may attach aresume to further describe your qualification it does not substitute for completingthe application form. An incomplete application form may result indisqualification. Do NOT write see resume in your work history orresponses to supplemental questions.

Failure to comply withthese instructions may result in disqualification.

Read the Job Announcementcarefully for specific filing instructions supplemental questions and finalfiling dates.

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Department of Maryland StatePolice

Electronic Services Division

9500 Mitchell Road

LaPlata MD 20646

This positionis a full performance level of technical work involving the installationrepair and maintenance of radio transmitters receivers communicationsub-systems audio transport networks (microwave Fiber optic & Il) voicelogging recorders and other related communication equipment as well asperforming the same activities with speed control devices in-car camerasystems and body worn cameras in accordance with Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) regulations.

Installation removals maintenance/repair ofvehicle mobiles & handheld portable radios facility communicationconsoles radio remote control units along with other technologies such asin-car cameras speed control devices in-car computer systems and body worncameras along with any auxiliary equipment associated to each of the abovesystems.

Installation removals maintenance/repair of conventional base stationsconsolette transceivers antenna & combiner systems interoperabilitysubsystems audio transport technology systems such as microwave Tl/EthernetT1/DSO equipment and fiber optics located at remote tower sites and otheragency facilities across the State along with any auxiliary equipmentassociated to each of the above systems.

Perform yearly routine maintenance troubleshooting analysis circuitalignments & measurements programming updates to audio transport systemsradio transceivers T1/Ethernet systems conventional channel gateways (CCGWs)and NetGuardians located at remote tower sites and agency facilities.

Perform NICE Voice Logger routine maintenance troubleshooting analysis &repair installation connectivity to agency phone sets interoperability radiosubsystems and Vesta 911 where applicable.

Maintains accurate inventory and maintenancerecords on all equipment in the technicians assigned service region. Ordersand maintains a sufficient number of parts and supplies for the operation ofthe multiple assigned radio shops. Maintains shop & remote tower site (bothto internal and external areas site cleanliness through regular cleaning ( trash & other items).

Perform monthly routine generator checks and fuel inspections to generators andHVAC systems assigned to ESD at agency facilities and remote tower sites. Ensuringthat the appropriate amount of fuel exists at each site.

Maintains the yearly certification accuracy of all electronic test equipmentexists within the limits specified by the manufacturer and the FCC.

Performs periodic function tests with the Demstel Phone System locate at eachfacility within the technicians service region.

Education: Graduation from anaccredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Five years ofexperience in the repair of electronic communications equipment four yearsmust have included the repair of two-way FM radios.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the successful completion of a one-year program ofstudy in radio electronics at a recognized training school trade school orcollege for up to one year of the required general experience.

2. Candidates maysubstitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissionedofficer in Electronics Technician (Communications) classifications or SignalCorps Aerospace Maintenance or Data/ Communications Maintenance specialtycodes in the aviation communications field of work on a year-for-year basis forthe required experience.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the followingpreferred qualifications. It is important that you include clear and specificinformation on your application regarding your qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

years ofexperience(maintenance repair and installation) with voice audiotransport circuits (DS0) dealing with microwave fiber optics andT1backhaul systems.

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1. Applicants for this classification may be required topossess either a Federal Communications Commission General RadiotelephoneOperator license a FCC Ship Radar Endorsement a National Association ofBusiness and Educational Radio certificate or an Associated Public SafetyCommunications Officer Incorporated certificate. If license or certificate isrequired applicants must list their license or certificate number andexpiration date on the application.

2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties whichrequire the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such dutieswill be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid inthe State of Maryland.

Only candidates who meet the minimumqualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore it isessential that you provide complete and accurate information on yourapplication. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment EligibleList categorized as BEST QUALIFIED BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remaineligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.

The examination will consist of a rating ofyour education training and experience related to the requirements of theposition. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement or therating may be based on your application. Report all experience and educationthat is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physicalexamination and will be subject to an interview background investigationpolygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

NOTE: Currently applicants are limited touploading one file. As a result it is strongly urged that those applyingupload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduatetranscripts resumes etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online youmay submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can befound online.

Completed applications requireddocumentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland State Police

Human Resources Division

1201 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville MD 21208

ATTN: Kirsten M. Clouse

*If you have any questions about this recruitment please contactthe Maryland State Police at .

*TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.

*We thank our Veterans for their service to our country andencourage them to apply.

*As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed torecruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of theStates diversity.

*Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

It is the policy of the Maryland State Policeto comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employmentdiscrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees andapplicants for employment without regard to age ancestry color genderidentity and expression genetic information marital status mental orphysical disability national origin race religious affiliation belief oropinion sex sexual orientation or any other protected status.