Engineer

• Engineer

(Jobs in Madison, WI)

Requirement id 159056

Job title Engineer

Job location in Madison, WI

Skills required Radio Equipment And Supplies, Software And Hardware Configuration Management., -,

Open Date 04-Sep-2026

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 9 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview type ---

Email Recruiter:coolsoft

Job Description Engineer: Radio Equipment And Supplies, Software And Hardware Configuration Management., -,

Start date :10/12/2026

End Date :06/30/2027

Submission deadline :9/14/2026 4:00:00 PM

Client Info : DOC

Note:

• Interview Process: Virtual Microsoft Teams Interview. AI Assistance is PROHIBITED.

• On-site or remote? Must be a WI resident or willing to relocate. Hybrid position with travel as required.

Description:

This position shall comply with the Departments administrative rules and the agencys policies and procedures including those related to the Departments overall Reentry philosophy of using evidence-based strategies, practices and programs which target an offenders individual criminogenic needs and risk level.

Goals and Work Activities:

Analysis and review to ensure compliance for new and existing radio systems

• Analyze performance data related to radio systems with the development of techniques to optimize the use of radio resources. Assist and advise institutions and centers on providing the necessary data to account for their radio communications needs for the upcoming biennium and provide recommendations on improvements to their plans and implementation strategies.

• Assist with the development of department radio communications planning for the better use of existing services and consideration of new services and technologies.

• Assist with standardization of operating procedures for all DOC institutions and centers to follow. This would include a DOC Communications Plan, Security Internal Management Procedures (SIMPs), policies and procedures as required by Security and Internal management, and establishing disaster recovery plans and services.

• Assist with securing and administering FCC radio frequency licenses including filing applications with the FCC on a timely basis, with necessary input from the installation vendors, to ensure that the systems can be operational when needed.

• Assist with maintaining Tower Licenses and FAA approval for towers located near airports.

• Coordinate with outside agencies the analysis of frequency use for Mutual Aide and Emergency response. Assist with developing Memorandums of Understanding for authorized use of such frequencies or written authorization to apply for licenses for said use when appropriate. Attend Emergency Response meetings and apply findings to DOC radio systems.

• Partner with vendors to build relationships, analyze processes and technology to ensure system aligns with industry standards in all areas of radio technology, including but not limited to, network, PC & cabling standards.

Assist with development and installation of radio communications systems for the department on a state-wide basis

• Assist the installation and implementation of all new services and systems with the involved vendors, contractors, architects, engineers, departmental users and other agencies, ensuring that installations meet all DOC and state standards.

• Assist in implementation of radio installs with DET & DOC BTM with regards to network connectivity and ensuring all systems are consistent with BTM standards.

• Provide consultation at the appropriate office, unit, institution, division or department level on the acquisition of new radio communication systems, both under current consideration and for budgetary purposes.

• Assist in planning and conducting reviews of service levels and equipment performance to make recommendations for the improvement of efficiencies and cost controls, responding to program changes and user needs.

• Assist in implementing and ensuring quality control of DOC Fleet Map – identification of all radios, talk groups available and identification of which radios have access to specific talk groups.

• Assist in maintaining inventory & databases reflecting the DOC Fleet Map and inventor

Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 159056 while calling.

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