Director of Engineering

Director Of EngineeringBroadcast Director of Engineering16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS has an opening for a Director of Engineering. As Director of Engineering, you will lead a team and demonstrate the ability to organize, plan, manage, document and complete assignments within a live broadcast environment. You will work in collaboration with the other department heads and directly oversee the daily operation of the station. We are looking for someone with experience in broadcast excellence and teamwork, with a passion for serving the local community, who is ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of our ongoing evolving industry. You will report directly to the President and General Manager.ResponsibilitiesManage and schedule technical and operational staffOversee all studio and field equipment; equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streamsManage the daily operation of the station, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systemsMonitor multiple air channels, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assuring quality control of on air productBudgeting and Capital PlanningEffort support and repair of all studio and field equipmentOversee IT integrity and infrastructureMaintain transmitter, satellite antenna systems, automation, signal distribution and routing systems.Exhibit working knowledge of television maintenance, FCC requirements and licensing, and OSHA guidelinesRequirements5+ years of experience in broadcast operations3+ years of management experienceFCC General Class License, SBE Certified or related military experience will be consideredIn-person attendance is requiredDiversity StatementAt Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.BenefitsHearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.Medical | Dental | Vision401(k) matchingEmotional Wellness SupportPaid Time OffPaid Parental LeaveLGBTQ+ Health ServicesAdditional benefits to meet your and your family's needs