Corporate VP of Engineering

Description

Job Position:           Corporate VP of Engineering

Department:            Corporate                      

Reports to:               SVP, Finance & CIO

FLSA:                       Exempt

Work Location:       Silver Spring, MD

Overview:

 The Radio One story began simply with a dream and one radio station. Forty years, 13 markets, and 70+ stations later, we are an urban media empire, spanning multiple media platforms. We are in your ears with Reach Media/Radio One, on your televisions with TV One, and may even be the name behind your favorite website, with our digital platform Interactive One. Information is power, and our mission here at Radio One, Inc. is simple – to be the most trusted media source in the African American community. At Radio One, we pride ourselves on hiring people who are dedicated and continue to challenge the norm, while embracing a corporate culture built on creativity and passion. We are our employees’ biggest fans, and it is our daily mission to attract, develop, and retain the brightest stars in the business.

Due to the retirement of our Chief Engineer, this is a rare opportunity for someone with a solid background in radio broadcast operations to oversee the radio and local television technical operations companywide and lead a smart and creative team of engineers.  Vast radio and local television broadcast operations knowledge is an absolute must as this senior leader will have global oversight of all technical operations companywide.  Equally important is the ability to lead effectively within the engineering department, collaboratively work with other technical groups, and be the explainer-in-chief to the non-technical teams.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership and direction to the engineering team across all radio markets.  
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA/FCC/FAA federal/state regulations and standards
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of radio and TV propagation, FCC allotments and rules, and coverage contours.
• Lead/attend meetings or calls as necessary to address the needs of the respective Local engineering teams and station departments.
• Evaluate and deploy new technologies.
• Simultaneously create and execute plans for relocating and/or consolidating broadcast facilities located in multiple markets.
• Maintains current knowledge base and strategically plans equipment and technology changes.
• Oversees and implements: Technical initiatives and policies, Studio buildouts, Antenna installations
• Has an understanding of IT technology and IT’s role in the broadcast environment and can work collaboratively with the corporate IT department to safely deploy new IP technologies and network-based equipment.
• Responsible for creating and managing the annual engineering capital budget for all markets: Budget planning and analysis, Oversees and tracks spending and disbursements.
• Provide physical market support and assists with projects in the markets as needed.
• Oversees the recruitment and training of the engineering team.
• Collaborative and mentoring leadership style.
• Positively and effectively represents the company with vendors and potential new business partners.
• Successfully work well with the team and other departments, think clearly under pressure, and develop and implement creative solutions in a timely manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as is the ability to communicate effectively with Senior Leadership.
• Travel is required – up to 30%
• Other duties may be assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Formal training and extensive knowledge of electronics theory as well as an understanding of all aspects of broadcast technical infrastructure, including audio, RF, IP, AOIP, streaming audio, automation systems, and more.
• The ability to use contour modeling software.
• In-depth understanding of telephony technologies and their application in a radio and TV broadcast environment.
• Must be able to perform extensive physical tasks, including lifting up to 75 lbs. climbing ladders and navigating in confined spaces.
• Able to multitask and work long hours in order to maintain a 24/7 facility.
• Complies with Network and Urban One’s mandatory training and adheres to related course deadlines 
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and direct a team to include but not limited to: 
• Provide regular constructive feedback 
• Resolve issues/conflicts with diplomacy in a timely manner 
  • Provide ongoing guidance and support for growth and development 
  • Deploy effective coaching skills 
  • Practical understanding of anti-harassment and discrimination laws 
  • Ability to effectively administer performance reviews, and corrective action plans as appropriate. 
  • Ensure team (s) attend mandatory department and/or mandatory company training (s) as required. 
• Submit to a criminal background check 
• Legal right to work in the United States 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Two-year certificate/degree from a college or technical school; ten years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. SBE certification is a plus.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The company reserves to modify duties and this job description without advance notice.  This position is at-will unless otherwise issued a fully executed agreement. We are Equal Opportunity Employer, are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, and that your team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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