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Job ID: 14004374
 
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Job Title:Radio Systems Electronics Technician
Work Type:Work Days: Weekdays, Work Vary: No , Shift: First (Day), Hours Per Week: 40, Work Type: Regular
 
Salary Offered:Unspecified
Benefits:401(k) or other retirement, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Holidays, Sick Leave or PTO, Vacation or PTO, Vision Plan
 
Physical Required:Unspecified
Drug Testing Required:Unspecified
Education Required:
Experience Required:Unspecified
 
Required Skills:
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a two-year electronic communications program from a technical school or equivalent post-secondary education;
• And two years of experience troubleshooting and maintaining a trunked radio system and sites is required.
• Or, any equivalent combination of education and experience, (including relevant military communications experience), which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above may be considered.

REQUIRED LICENSES:
• FCC license (Amateur Radio or General Class Radiotelephone), or ability to receive license within 6 months of hire.
• Certification by National Association of Business and Educational Radio (NABER), Associated Public Safety Communications Officers (APCO), or National Association of Radio-Telecommunications Engineers (NARTE) may be substituted for FCC.
• Driver's license

• Pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3102 (L), this position is designated as Safety Sensitive.

• Pursuant to Dakota County Policy and Procedures Manual Section 3102 (L), this position is designated as Safety Sensitive.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Degree in Radio Communications, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or related field
• Knowledge of computer-based network systems and equipment, i.e., 800 MHZ trunked radio simulcast system and mobile data terminal system, including computerized diagnostics and operational controls
• Knowledge of state and federal rules, regulations, codes and standards governing radio communications operations and installation
• Knowledge of the use, operation, calibration and maintenance of various electronic tools, diagnostic equipment and software
Preferred Skills:
 
Job Description:
General Description:
POSTING TYPE: Open, competitive
DEPARTMENT: Office of Risk Management
HOURS: Full-time
HIRING RANGE: $60,396- $67,946 /year (107 Grade Level)
SALARY RANGE: $60,396- $94,369 /year
LOCATION: Hastings ADC
UNION: None

OPENING DATE: 3/7/2024
CLOSE DATE: Continuous until filled

Provide repair and maintenance support for the Dakota County 800 MHz radio subsystem, 800 MHz subscriber radios and other radio system and technologies. Duties include working with outside consultants and the staff of other system owners to ensure the reliability and efficient operation of the subsystem. Respond to alarms, troubleshoot problems and monitor the performance of the radio networks and supporting systems including on-call duties nights and weekends.

Who We Are:
Dakota County is Minnesota’s third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Our motto is “Be More” and we strive every day to achieve excellent public service, with a focus on four values: Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.

Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Refer to ID 24620.24.001 when applying