Wireless Communications Analyst, Communications Systems Analyst 3 (Salem)
About The Position
The Oregon Department of Corrections’ (ODOC) Wireless Communications Unit is responsible for designing, maintaining, and advancing one of the largest and most complex statewide radio networks in Oregon. The Unit oversees more than 3,500 pieces of communications equipment deployed across DOC facilities and transport operations statewide, including radio towers, EDACS and P‑25 trunking systems, microwave radio systems, networked infrastructure, and a wide range of portable, mobile, and fixed radio equipment. The Unit plays a critical role in public safety through expert engineering, system reliability, FCC compliance, and long‑range strategic planning. This position is a Communications Systems Analyst 3, a highly skilled technical expert who operates independently, manages regional wireless systems, and provides statewide support when needed. As a Communications Systems Analyst 3, you will serve as a senior technical authority responsible for planning, designing, engineering, maintaining, and troubleshooting DOC’s complex wireless systems. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging technologies.
Requirements
- Three years of technical and engineering experience as a communications system technician, including testing and design; AND A Bachelor's degree with major coursework (30 quarter or 20 semester hours) in electrical engineering or applied physics; OR Three years of technical and engineering experience as a communications system technician, including testing and design; AND Three more years of qualifying experience AND possession of a FCC General Radio Telephone License, a Technician Certificate issued by the International Association of Radio and Telecommunications Engineers, a Radiotelephone Technician Certificate issued by the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials, or a Technician Certificate issued by the National Association of Business and Education Radio/Personal Communications Industry Association or equivalent industrial certification.
- Valid Oregon driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated ability to design and document wireless system architectures, including trunked and conventional systems, with accurate engineering specifications.
- Proven experience diagnosing and resolving EDACS, P‑25, microwave, IP network, and console system failures using industry‑standard test equipment.
- Proficiency in configuring and maintaining routers, switches, wireless LAN links, and high‑availability network components.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations and path analysis for microwave, SCADA, and remote‑control systems.
- Skilled in repairing radio, microwave, network, and circuit‑board‑level equipment to meet manufacturer or agency performance standards.
- Experience installing communications systems, power systems, cabling, and grounding that meet industry and safety requirements.
- Consistent ability to complete preventive maintenance and document system performance, repairs, and configuration changes with accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Plan and design wireless systems, including trunked, conventional, microwave, SCADA, and remote‑control infrastructure.
- Specify network, VOIP, telemetry, and power system components for fully integrated communications solutions.
- Assess facilities, develop cost‑effective designs, and verify system performance.
- Determine tower and building requirements, including structure, cabling, HVAC, and equipment layout.
- Diagnose EDACS, P‑25, microwave, conventional radio, network, and console issues.
- Maintain IP networks, routing, backups, and high‑availability systems.
- Perform standardized testing and equipment‑level or circuit‑board‑level troubleshooting.
- Repair trunked/conventional radios, microwave systems, dispatch consoles, and network hardware/software.
- Complete software updates, programming, and preventive maintenance onsite and at remote locations.
- Install communications systems, power systems, wireless LAN, SCADA, multiplexing, fiber/telephone cabling, and grounding.
- Supervise contractors on construction, building upgrades, and tower projects.
Benefits
- Family health, vision, and dental insurance
- Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
- 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
- Optional short and long-term disability
- Term life insurance
- Fully paid retirement program
- Oregon Saving Growth Plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
