Director of Engineering

Broadcast Director of Engineering

16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS has an opening for a Director of Engineering. As Director of Engineering, you will lead a team and demonstrate the ability to organize, plan, manage, document and complete assignments within a live broadcast environment. You will work in collaboration with the other department heads and directly oversee the daily operation of the station. We are looking for someone with experience in broadcast excellence and teamwork, with a passion for serving the local community, who is ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of our ongoing evolving industry. You will report directly to the President and General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage and schedule technical and operational staff
• Oversee all studio and field equipment; equipment that provides the content of our broadcast on-air program streams
• Manage the daily operation of the station, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Monitor multiple air channels, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assuring quality control of on air product
• Budgeting and Capital Planning
• Effort support and repair of all studio and field equipment
• Oversee IT integrity and infrastructure
• Maintain transmitter, satellite antenna systems, automation, signal distribution and routing systems.
• Exhibit working knowledge of television maintenance, FCC requirements and licensing, and OSHA guidelines

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in broadcast operations
• 3+ years of management experience
• FCC General Class License, SBE Certified or related military experience will be considered
• In-person attendance is required

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to 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