Description

Duties include providing management and direction to the Wireless Infrastructure and Communications Field Engineers in the design, installation, repair, and maintenance of the City's wireless infrastructure and communications systems and equipment; managing work flow and monitoring performance of the communications and electronics employees; analyzing, selecting, and overseeing the work of outside contractors; preparing and working with the Division Chief on the budget for the field team; and participating in the recommendation, appointment, and performance evaluation of personnel. Additional duties include developing and implementing a periodic preventative maintenance program; overseeing technical assistance and training of all departments’ users of communication systems; managing contractors by developing and evaluating RFP’s, completing contract negotiations and reviewing contract deliverables; and maintaining accurate licensing and MOU documentation for FCC and agency compliance. This position will supervise approximately five employees. 

PAY GRADE IT28 / FULL PAY RANGE $8,173 - $11,524 PER MONTH 

Submit application online at cityofirving.org. Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. FOR CLOSING DATE, PAY INFORMATION AND COMPLETE JOB LISTING: www.irvingtx.gov

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with major course work in computer science, information systems or a closely related field and five years of experience with communications equipment and systems, including at least two years of supervisory experience required. NIMS 100-200-400-700-800 training will also be required. Candidates will be subject to a CJIS criminal history check and must not have any criminal conviction above the grade of a Class B misdemeanor or any Class B misdemeanor within the past 10 years; other convictions may also be considered. A résumé must be submitted with application.