• Job Description

  Req#: R03928
  Job Title: Information Technology Analyst I - Radio Systems (In Office)

  Department: Information Technology

  Hiring Range: $60,152.82 - $73,937.87

  Compensation Grade: 3102

  Compensation Pay Range: $60,152.82 - $93,236.87

  Posted Internally and Externally

  Job Posting End Date: June 30, 2024

  Buncombe County's IT Department is hiring for a Radio Systems Analyst to install and configure our radio systems equipment.
  
  This position is fully in-office and works out of the IT Department at 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville NC 28801. This position works a regular schedule of Monday - Friday 8AM to 5PM.
  
  We expect interviews for this position to occur shortly after the position closes on June 30th, with a goal of having the new hire start work on Monday July 15th.
  
  Purpose of the position:

  This position is responsible for the installation, inspection, configuration, maintenance, and repair of two-way radios, two-way radio systems, and other electronic communication, monitoring, and accessory equipment.

  Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): Associate’s degree in electronics, communications technology, or related field and two (2) years of experience with two-way radio communications equipment/systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

  Additional Training and Experience: None

  License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: None

  Essential Functions of the position:

  • Install, repair, and maintain two-way radio equipment/systems, including periodic reliability checks and any necessary modifications of equipment to meet present needs; Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance.

  • Utilize and maintain test equipment.

  • Perform programming and firmware updates to two-way radios across multiple manufacturers and models.

  • Provide assistance and support to co-workers in specific situations, including climbing communication towers.

  • Maintain inventory of equipment, parts, logs, and reports.

  • Attend trainings and study publications to remain current in electronic technology.

  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

  Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the components of digital trunking and analog simulcast two-way radio communication systems.

  • Knowledge of solid-state electronics, the operational design of circuits, and electronic testing equipment.

  • Knowledge of the common causes of failure that occur in radio transmitting and receiving equipment.

  • Knowledge of the principles of antenna design and construction.

  • Ability to adapt new technology and methods to enhance program effectiveness.

  • Ability to produce highly reliable repairs, modifications, installations.

  • Ability to quickly assess problems and execute a plan of action.

  • Able to gather requirements, design, plan, coordinate, prioritize, and implement complex technical projects, individually and across diverse teams.

  • Ability to use small office equipment, computers, and highly technical computer applications.

  • Ability to repair or install telecommunications systems, computer hardware or network systems, and complex software or management information systems.

  • Ability to climb towers.

  • Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical and computer reports and related materials.

  • Ability to use independent judgement and work with little direct supervision as situations warrant.

  In order to uphold internal pay parity and equity, salaries are non-negotiable for new and current Buncombe County employees. All new employees are paid according to their years of relevant education and experience above minimum requirements for the position and employees have the opportunity to obtain pay increases via cost of living increases and promotions.

  Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.

  It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. In addition, Buncombe County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.

  Applicants for employment are invited to participate in the affirmative action program by reporting their status as a protected veteran or other minority. In extending this invitation, we advise you that: (a) workers (applicants) are under no obligation to respond but may do so in the future if they choose; (b) responses will remain confidential within the human resource department; and (c) responses will be used only for the necessary information to include in our affirmative action program. We are a company that values diversity. We actively encourage women, minorities, veterans and disabled employees to apply. Refusal to provide this information will have no bearing on your application and will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

• About the company

  Nestled in between the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains lies a serene treasure that is Buncombe County. We have been here for more than 200 years and are named after Col. Edward Buncombe, a Revolutionary War hero.

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