UGA Cable Television Lead
Posting Number: S15353P
Department: EITS-Network Infrastructure & Service
Position Title: Network Administrator II (UGA Cable Television Lead)
Employment Type: Full Time (Exempt)
Salary: Up to $70,000
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM. Required to work home football games on Saturdays (typically 6‑7/year).
Location: Athens, Georgia.
Note: This position is not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.
Posting Date: 06/26/2026. Closing Date: Ongoing until filled.
Position Summary
Provide leadership and support for the University Cablevision (CATV) service and contribute to special projects for the Operations and Infrastructure team. Serve as the primary technical lead for CATV projects, ensuring systems align with university standards and meet regulatory requirements. Oversee game‑day telecommunications operations at Sanford Stadium.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for all technical, engineering, and operational aspects of the University Cablevision service.
Design, review, and approve CATV infrastructure projects, including contractor oversight and quality assurance.
Collaborate with networking groups and stakeholders to align logical network design.
Generate estimates, write technical specifications, evaluate bid responses, and supervise contractor work.
Inspect installations, produce punch lists, address deficiencies, and ensure compliance with regulations.
Maintain and configure systems for game‑day events, particularly home football games and VIP venues.
Assist wireless network team with programming, installation, and testing of wireless access points.
Conduct annual audit of CATV usage within campus buildings and report metrics.
Provide customer service and produce documentation for EITS knowledge base.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent with 2 years of professional experience (Minimum).
Knowledge of cable television systems, low‑voltage cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, industry standards, and regulations.
Skill in designing, reviewing, and approving technical infrastructure plans; developing specifications; and overseeing contractor work.
Ability to lead and coordinate large‑scale CATV and infrastructure projects, collaborating with internal teams and vendors.
Skill in diagnosing and resolving technical issues, providing real‑time support during high‑pressure events.
Ability to communicate technical information clearly and develop user documentation.
Physical Demands & Additional Requirements
Lift up to 50 lbs.
Driving required.
Position of Trust: Yes
No direct financial control; no P‑Card required.
Security Access: Yes
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact: David Stewart
Email: stewart@uga.edu
Phone: 706-542-0363
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Certification
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About University of Georgia
The Department of Entertainment and Media Studies (EMST) together with the Department of Advertising and Public Relations, and the Department of Journalism constitutes the units of the Grady College. EMST is home to media scholars of varied theoretical and methodological traditions. It administers the major in Entertainment & Media Studies, which teaches students visual storytelling focused on entertainment. It also houses the New Media Institute, which explores the critical, commercial and creative dimensions of emerging technologies. Find out more at https://grady.uga.edu/academics/emst/and http://mynmi.net/about/.
Augmenting the department programs is the presence of the Peabody Awards, the oldest and most prestigious awards program that recognizes excellence in broadcast and electronic media, now entering its 80th year. Our MFA FTVDM program positions students for jobs in the entertainment media industry across film, television, gaming and other new media. Learn more about the MFA FTVDM program, our current faculty, mission, and curricula at: mfafilm.uga.edu.
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