Radio System Specialist (part-time)

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Location : City of Colonial Heights, VA
Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal
Job Number: 31-26
Department: Information Technology
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
All applications received during the recruitment period will be forwarded to the hiring department for review and consideration

* * Position open until filled. * *
Radio System Specialist (part-time): Acts as the primary point of contact and communication facilitator for all matters pertaining to radio operations. This position is year-round and works 20-28 hours per week.

Examples of Duties

• Ensuring effective information exchange and collaboration with various internal departments, external partners, and regulatory bodies.
• Provides first-level technical support to users experiencing computer-related issues.
• Responsibilities include troubleshooting hardware, software, and network problems, installing and configuring software, and maintaining computer systems.
• Manages user accounts, documents support requests, and escalates complex issues to higher-level support. Performs additional information technology duties as assigned.
• Addresses public and professional inquiries.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma with at least seven years directly related experience or,
• Two years of college or Associate's Degree with at lease four years directly related experience or,
• A Bachelor's Degree with at least two years directly related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must possess or obtain VCIN/NCIC certifications or obtain certification within a reasonable period of time after initial employment.
• Knowledge of radio/data telecommunications systems, and familiarity with the technical aspects of radio system design and interoperability standards.
• Skilled in integrating diverse communication technologies to achieve seamless interoperability among public safety agencies.
• Understanding of network infrastructure and the ability to manage the transition to new technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex communication system issues, analyze system performance, and implement solutions that enhance reliability and coverage.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations affecting radio communications. Ability to ensure all communication systems are compliant with relevant laws and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders and work collaboratively with various government agencies, vendors, and team members.
• Individual must have excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, with frequent interruptions while remaining calm, organized and accurate; and be highly professional.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to exercise "confidentiality" in the day-to-day activities of the workplace.

Physical Demands & Work Environment


The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over rough or difficult surfaces; recurring stooping, climbing or walking; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items weighing less than 25 pounds and may require occasional lifting of objects weighing in excess of 25 pounds. The work may require specific, but common physical characteristics and abilities such as mobility and dexterity.

The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions. Use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals are minimally required.
Part-time employee benefits include:

• Bi-weekly Payday
  
  
• Workers' Compensation
  
  
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

01


How many years of directly related experience do you possess?

• 0 to 1
• 2 to 3
• 4 to 5
• 6 to 7
• 8 to 9
• 10+

02


Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree/Advanced Degree

03


Do you have experience working with municipal government radio/data telecommunications systems?

• Yes
• No

04


What is your hourly rate expectation within in the $20 - $25 per hour range?
Required Question