Technical Director- Radio Shop

City of Fort Wayne•Fort Wayne, IN

28d•$109,480 - $120,376

About The Position

Are you a seasoned communications professional ready to lead systems that first responders depend on every day? As Technical Director, you will oversee the City of Fort Wayne's public safety radio infrastructure-ensuring reliable, compliant, and future-ready communications when it matters most.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience working with two-way radio systems
Extensive knowledge of conventional and trunked radio systems, FCC regulations, and RF principles
Valid Indiana Driver's License

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise all Radio Shop personnel, including hiring, training, performance management, and scheduling
Direct the operation, maintenance, and expansion of citywide and countywide radio communication systems
Serve as system manager for the Consolidated Communications Partnership (CCP) radio systems
Act as technical advisor to the CCP Board and coordinate with City, County, State, and mutual aid partners
Manage FCC licensing for the City, County, and CCP
Oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of radios, paging systems, alerting systems, and public safety vehicle electronics
Administer system maintenance contracts and manage vendor relationships
Prepare and manage the Radio Shop budget
Ensure system documentation, inventory, billing, and historical reporting are accurate and up to date
Respond to public safety and citywide emergencies as required