State of South Carolina is hiring: Engineering Tech III (TV Engineering Tech III

About Our Agency

South Carolina ETV (SCETV) is the state's public educational broadcasting network. SCETV amplifies South Carolina voices, provides educational experiences and strengthens communities, while working to create a stronger, more connected and informed South Carolina. SCETV provides national and local content to classrooms via internet services Knowitall.org and PBS Learning Media. SCETV also provides teacher training and re-certification in face‑to‑face and online settings.

Job Purpose

Ensure broadcast and digital media meet technical specification by providing quality control, closed captioning services, workflow process monitoring, media finalization, digital media management and archival tape digitization.

Job Duties

• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with other teams to ensure technical broadcast and digital technical specifications are met.
• Generate transcripts, correct all words and punctuation, and create closed captioned masters using licensed editing and closed captioning software.
• Train other personnel in the workflow for the efficient creation of closed‑captioned masters.
• Manage digital storage of media and digitize archival content from older media formats, such as 1” reel tape, using a production router and a combination of new and old technology.
• Monitor complex workflows throughout the process, from media submission to final prep.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related area; or high school diploma and experience in a related area.
• B.S. in Information Science or related field.
• On limited occasions, work schedule may include weekends and times outside normal business hours.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SCETV is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. SCETV does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Background Check

A pre‑employment background check will be conducted, and employment will be contingent on passing the background check. Some positions require a pre‑employment drug test. SCETV reserves the right to rescind any employment offer if the background review reveals information, including opinions from previous employers or colleagues, that leads us to believe you are not suited for the position.

State Disaster Plan

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, SCETV employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

College Transcripts

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are required to provide an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within fifteen (15) days of hire. Failure to provide official transcripts may lead to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Driving Record

This position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle; any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10‑year driving record.

Supplemental Questions

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Alternative Work Schedules

Alternative Work Schedules are available after one (1) year of employment.

Remote Work

The option to work partially remote is available after one (1) year of employment if you are new to state government.