Executive Director, Public Safety Communications
Confidential, Seattle, Washington, United States, 98101
Executive Director, Public Safety Communications
About the Company
Well-established network of emergency radio services
Industry Public Safety
Type Government Agency
Employees 11-50
About the Role
The Company is in search of an Executive Director to provide visionary leadership for its advanced regional radio system. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring seamless radio communications for emergency responders, shaping the future of the organization, and leading a team that is dedicated to protecting lives and strengthening communities. This role demands a strategic, collaborative, and service-focused executive with a passion for public safety communications and operational excellence.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical, scientific, business, or financial field, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a director-level role leading staff in the maintenance, operations, and upgrades of public safety information and communications technology and infrastructure. The role also requires experience in managing technology service delivery, budgeting, and capital planning, as well as a background in supervising represented staff and negotiating collective agreements. Preferred qualifications include senior leadership experience in a public safety or emergency management agency, knowledge of 800 MHz RF, microwave, and IP transport systems, and familiarity with NIMS and ICS frameworks. The Executive Director will be appointed by the Board of Directors and must be prepared to pass a background investigation for CJIS purposes.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Operations
About the Company
Well-established network of emergency radio services
Industry Public Safety
Type Government Agency
Employees 11-50
About the Role
The Company is in search of an Executive Director to provide visionary leadership for its advanced regional radio system. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring seamless radio communications for emergency responders, shaping the future of the organization, and leading a team that is dedicated to protecting lives and strengthening communities. This role demands a strategic, collaborative, and service-focused executive with a passion for public safety communications and operational excellence.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical, scientific, business, or financial field, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a director-level role leading staff in the maintenance, operations, and upgrades of public safety information and communications technology and infrastructure. The role also requires experience in managing technology service delivery, budgeting, and capital planning, as well as a background in supervising represented staff and negotiating collective agreements. Preferred qualifications include senior leadership experience in a public safety or emergency management agency, knowledge of 800 MHz RF, microwave, and IP transport systems, and familiarity with NIMS and ICS frameworks. The Executive Director will be appointed by the Board of Directors and must be prepared to pass a background investigation for CJIS purposes.
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Operations