The Family Radio Network is looking for a Chief Engineer to join our regional network of stations in Wisconsin.  As a knowledgeable broadcast engineer, you will have a lead role guiding all aspects of our technical operation from high-power transmitter installations to maintenance and repair of our current facilities to help us fulfill our vision.  We’re looking for someone with a strong relationship with Jesus Christ and offer competitive pay, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401k with company match, relocation assistance and more.  Come be part of a passionate team focused on bringing people to Jesus.  Wisconsin is beautiful, affordable and would make a great new home.

Send your resume, cover letter, and brief testimony to hr@thefamily.net.  Be sure to place “Engineer” in the e-mail subject field.  

The Family Radio Network, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Faith-Based Expectations:

• Uphold and abide by The Family Radio Network, Inc.’s Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Doctrinal Statements & Beliefs.
• Have an active and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Will demonstrate a Christ-like attitude by praying, sharing, and pointing people to Jesus Christ.
• Is expected to be actively involved in a local church.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated ability to install, maintain, repair and upgrade broadcast equipment consisting of, but not limited to, studio consoles and equipment, audio delivery and automation systems, high-power AM and FM RF transmission systems, audio processing, STL / AoIP systems and associated equipment to ensure reliable, legal and stable technical performance meeting good engineering practice standards.
• Serves as 24/7 contact for technical alerts and responds to emergency technical problems with stations at any of our locations.  May require occasional overnight, weekend and holiday work, as needed.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with engineering contractors to obtain measurable and timely results in a Christ-like manner.

Knowledge in basic electronics theory and proven ability to troubleshoot audio and RF circuits to the component level utilizing schematic diagrams and test equipment, as needed.

Highly skilled in configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining radio studio systems including on-air telephone systems, digital audio routing and automation systems and console systems.  Knowledge of Wide Orbit and Axia systems are a plus.

Knowledge of configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of both analog and AoIP STL systems.

Maintenance of radio towers, tower lighting systems, de-icing and remote-control systems to keep station(s) FCC and FAA compliant at all times.

• Routine travel to remote transmitter sites to maintain transmitters and related equipment and document current and future technical needs at these sites and at main studio site.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with IT vendor, but also possess a good working knowledge of Windows-based computers, networking, WAN, LAN and internet protocol configurations.
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• Stays informed on industry trends.  Evaluate and recommend new technology and software(s) that will be beneficial to achieving the ministry’s current and future technology goals while staying within budgetary constraints.

Maintain EAS systems and work with Chief Operator on EAS/CAP logs in accordance with FCC rules and regulations.

Ability to occasionally lift up to 50+ lbs. and work at heights from ladders, as needed.

Assists with technical execution of on-air fundraisers.

• Provides on-site technical assistance for station concerts and other special events, as needed.
• Attend scheduled meetings.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, is spiritually grounded, and knowledgeable of the Bible.
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of listener, client, staff, and ministry information.
• Problem solving mentality who offers solutions that fit within ministry guidelines.
• Strategic thinker with ability to manage multiple projects at the same time and assess outcomes.

• Emotionally intelligent and can interact with others well to maintain and grow co-worker, contractor and vendor relationships.
• Strong attention to detail to maintain correct and accurate information and able to troubleshoot errors and issues.
• Committed team player who listens well and who is not afraid to ask for help when needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• A self-motivated person with the ability to work with little supervision.

• Proficient computer knowledge using Microsoft Office suite.
• This position is expected to be an in-office based position in order to cultivate good communication, team dynamics and culture.
• Works well with others, trustworthy, honest, dependable and is passionate about the outreach of The Family.
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Experience and Education:

Minimum two (2) years successfully maintaining high-power RF transmission systems resulting in legal and stable technical performance meeting good engineering practices.   SBE Certified or ability to obtain.

For a full job description go to:   https://www.thefamily.net/jobs