Head of Broadcast Technology and Operations

Head Of Broadcast Technology And Operations

WNEP-TV Wilkes Barre

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

WNEP-TV, the TEGNA-owned ABC affiliate in Wilkes Barre, PA. has an immediate opening for an experienced, versatile Head of Broadcast Technology and Operations. This position will report directly to the Regional Head of Technology and Operations. The Head of Technology and Operations is responsible for leading the Engineering and Information Technology teams, which support WNEP broadcast technologies in a 24/7/365 environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing short, and long-term technology strategy
• Day-to-day operations including equipment integration, maintenance for the core infrastructure, studios, control rooms, facility, post-production, and transmission for all live programming
• Oversee compliance of FCC rules and regulations
• Manage compliance of critical security policies, including Account, Password Security, Vulnerability Protection, Virus Protection, Untrusted Network, and IT Incident Reporting policies
• Manage Business Continuity and Disaster Contingency plans
• Maintain financial responsibility for the Engineering Department including - expense budgeting, approvals, and reviews
• Monitors and creatively scrutinizes daily on-air technical quality
• Leads workflow improvements for both on-air and online products
• Manages vendor contracts including technology, building maintenance and security
• Leads capital planning and submission process for station
• Leads project planning and project management for station wide initiatives

Requirements:

• Strong customer service skills and consistent professionalism
• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated strong leadership with a focus on team management
• Understanding of IT processes including security, workflow, and management
• In-depth knowledge of broadcast technologies such as ENPS newsroom systems, Bitcentral media management systems, RF transmission, broadcast video switchers and routers preferred
• Ability to work well and make quick decisions under pressure
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education and a minimum of five years of experience in a broadcast operations/technology management role.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in support of a 24x7x365 operation

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.