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KOCO TV, the ABC affiliate in Oklahoma City, OK, has an opening for an Assistant Chief Engineer. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to organize, plan, manage, document and execute assignments within a demanding live broadcast environment. This person is responsible for the equipment that provides the content of our broadcast and online program streams. Candidate will be responsible for monitoring multiple channels, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assuring quality control of on-air product. This position involves supervisory roles. The ideal candidate must excel in motivating and working with a high-energy team and should demonstrate success in budgeting, capital planning and personnel management. This position reports directly to the Chief Engineer.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist the Chief Engineer with the supervision of the daily operation of the station.
Directly manage and oversee broadcast operations staff and maintenance technicians, which include Master Control Operators, Studio Production Operators and other technical staff.
Effectively manage and motivate the department personnel to attain maximum focus to ensure smooth and efficient operations to produce the highest level of quality to the viewer.
Deploy and train personnel in new and existing equipment/technology/procedures including the station’s broadcast automation system, live newscast production, and digital workflows.
Maintain transmitters, satellite antenna systems, signal distribution, encoders, and routing systems.
Exhibit a good working knowledge of television maintenance and IT systems, as well as FCC requirements and licensing.
Document and maintain engineering and operational policies and procedures.
Ability to adapt to multiple priorities and follow through until successful resolution.
Requires excellent judgment and ability to effectively handle complex issues under pressure or during emergency situations.
In-person attendance is required, as well as availability to work weekends and be on call after hours.

Requirements:

5 years of experience in Television Broadcast Operations/Maintenance.
Previous leadership and management experience.
Budgeting and Capital planning.
Computer literacy is mandatory.
Attention to detail is imperative.
SBE certification is a plus
Lifting 50 pounds, climbing ladders and other physical activity associated with equipment installation and maintenance.
Must have a current driver’s license.
Operational knowledge and experience with SNG, ENG and CNG functions
Ability to learn specialized software applications
Aptitude for operating electronic equipment for broadcast and production requirements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar tool for system design and documentation a plus.
SBE certifications are preferred.
Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered.

Diversity Statement:

At 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.

Benefits:

Hearst'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 | Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

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KOCO TV, the ABC affiliate in

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