Senior Communications Technician

Senior Communications Technician (Radio Microwave Unit) Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. Recruitment Open to the Public The Orange County Sheriff's Department is accepting applications and required supplemental information starting Wednesday, February 26, 2025 for a minimum of five (5) business days and remains open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the needs of the department are met. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice. The Division The Orange County Sheriff's Department - Technology Division consists of approximately 150 personnel organized in five bureaus that specialize in specific technologies and services, including Operations, 800MHz Radio Communications, Applications, Infrastructure, and Security. Each section maintains a staff of Managers, Engineers, Technicians, and support staff to provide a high level of operational and technical expertise to various public safety functions. The Division supports all information technologies for approximately 4,000 Department employees and more than 320 law enforcement applications. OCSD Technology maintains a closed, wide area data network accessible by law‑enforcement, and has direct connections with more than 50 Orange County law enforcement agencies for information sharing. The Division’s functions include application development and support, help desk support, desktop support, body‑worn camera, mobile, and MDC support, storage and server support, network and CCTV support, network security operations, and the management of the 800MHz Countywide Coordinated Communications System. The Opportunity The Radio-Microwave Unit (RMU) is responsible for the design, procurement, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of Orange County’s Public Safety communications systems. The RMU operates and maintains 35 radio transmitter sites throughout the County, housing 6 simulcast 800 MHz interoperable Countywide Coordinated Communications Systems, numerous VHF, UHF and 800 MHz mutual aid radio systems, the County’s 900 MHz paging system, 50 high‑capacity digital microwave transmitter/receivers, and several Alert & Warning radio systems used for public and crisis management notification during emergencies. Each of these systems directly supports all Orange County public safety agencies. The Ideal Candidate The candidate will have five (5) or more years of hands‑on experience in radio, installation, maintenance, and repair of communications systems and related electronic equipment. General knowledge of Federal Communications Commission regulations applicable to Orange County Public Safety Communications systems; principles of leadership; organization and management including budgeting of equipment, materials and personnel; digital and logic circuitry used in computers is also required. Minimum Qualifications Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications and example of duties for the Senior Communications Technician classification. License Required Possession of a valid General Radio Telephone Operator License issued by the FCC (for radio and microwave assignments). Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, Class C or higher is required by date of appointment. Special Requirements Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff‑Coroner. Background screening includes completing a Personal History Form, interview with a background investigator, polygraph test and fingerprinting. Areas considered in the background screening include prior convictions, traffic violations, drug use, credit problems, employment history, professional references and education verification. Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with a disability. Applicants are encouraged to contact the recruiter for any questions. Environmental Conditions Must be willing to work in remote areas and on mountaintops in any type of weather conditions. Other assignments may require lifting and moving of heavy equipment and components and crawling through attics and confined spaces. Physical Requirements Some work assignments may require climbing 100‑foot towers; lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy equipment that can weigh over 50 pounds; ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, or twist the back, kneel, squat or crawl, and work with arms above shoulder level. Incumbents must be able to use their hands, arms or shoulders repetitively to operate power tools and occasionally operate heavy construction equipment such as forklifts and aerial trucks. Vision must be sufficient to perform the necessary functions, identify and distinguish colors for color‑coded wire and electronic components, and operate power tools that may be hazardous. Equal Employment Opportunity Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr