NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Telecommunications Specialist
Basalt, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$31.41/hr - $54.96/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to provide technical support for communications systems and manage all aspects of the Translator and Radio Systems. The role involves overseeing system upgrades, ensuring compliance with FCC regulations, and maintaining network infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Designs, develops and optimizes RF microwave equipment and ensures reliability of equipment and services through various monitoring and control systems. Participates in the planning and design of Pitkin County’s radio systems, multiplex equipment, data, and voice circuits for control of radio repeaters, receivers, base stations, and controls stations; Reviews and maintains FCC license agreements and performs internal audits to see that those agreements are in compliance
Develops, administers, maintains, and secures network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points and relevant firmware and middleware technologies. Primary role for network infrastructure including LAN/WAN design and configuration, network related wiring plans and network installation, backup, maintenance and problem solving. Troubleshoots, identifies, and resolves problems with network infrastructure in a timely manner. Performs expansion, training, maintenance, support, deployment, and upgrade of services for network equipment and systems. Recommends, schedules, and applies fixes, security patches and other measures required to prevent or respond to a security breach
Researches and evaluates current and emerging technologies and recommends products and services
Conducts feasibility studies, gathers operational requirements, and builds business case for new or upgraded services. Plans, coordinates, and conducts end-user training on new or upgraded services. Creates and maintains documentation of deployed services and coordinates preventive maintenance and/or corrective programs. Monitors services ensuring performance is within established service levels. Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding the constant changes in technology and makes recommendations concerning network and communications that should be developed or deployed to improve performance, enhance efficiency and lower costs
In accordance with County policy; maintains fixed asset inventory for all tenants and broadcast sites
Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
Preferred
Up to 1 year of telecommunications experience or experience in repair and maintenance of telecommunications systems
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electronics, Networking or other related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or be able to obtain it within six months of hire
Tower Climbing Certification or be able to obtain it within six months of hire
1-3 years progressively responsible experience in the telecommunications field
Nokia Microwave Certification
3 plus years progressively responsible experience
Motorola Radio Programming Certification
Benefits
Full-time with benefits
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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