Telecommunications Engineer III

TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER IIISalary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the Sheriff-Coroner Department's needs have been met. It is recommended that interested candidates apply immediately.RECRUITMENT/POSITION INFORMATIONThis recruitment is being conducted to establish an Open Eligible List to fill vacancies in this class until the next recruitment. This list may also be utilized to fill similar and/or lower level classifications.THE DIVISIONThe Orange County Sheriff-Coroner Technology Division manages Department Information Technology systems and infrastructure, Department security electronics, and the operation of the 800 MHz Countywide Coordinated Communications System (CCCS) for all local public safety agencies (law enforcement, fire, paramedic, and lifeguard) and for general government on a 24-hour basis.Other services include installation, maintenance, and programming of communications and electronic equipment (microwave equipment, 9-1-1 dispatch equipment, mobile and portable radios, surveillance, alarm, sound, video and control systems); engineering and frequency management.THE OPPORTUNITYThe Orange County Sheriff's Department is seeking qualified Telecommunications Engineer III applicants. A Telecommunications Engineer III is a journeyman level position that is responsible for the design, installation and maintenance of complex electronic components and systems.DUTIESThis position performs professional telecommunications engineering work including planning, designing, evaluating, modifying and maintaining complex analog and digital voice, data, and video telecommunications networks.The incumbent serves as a journey-level engineer responsible for complex telecommunications systems supporting public safety and government operations, including dispatch centers, radio systems, and security systems.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in electronic/electrical engineering or equivalent experienceRegistration as a professional Electrical Engineer in the state of CaliforniaPossession of a valid General Radiotelephone Operator License issued by the Federal Communications CommissionExtensive knowledge of public safety communications systemsStrong background in radio frequency and microwave systemsExperience with dispatch center technologiesProven project management skillsKnowledge of telecommunications systems and public safety communicationsUnderstanding of FCC regulations and technical standardsAbility to read and create technical documentationStrong problem-solving skillsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThorough knowledge of one of the following:Radio and microwave communications systems design and operation, including fixed, mobile, station and related systems and equipment, for the transmission of voice, data and video informationData communications system design and operation, operation of store-and-forward message switching systems, and protocols used in data communications systemsTelephone system design and operation, including transmission engineering, PABX and switching systems, signaling methods, network analysis techniques and PSN interface requirementsDesign of Public Safety dispatch centers including console equipment, CAD systems, logging recorders, and other related equipmentAnd knowledge of:Engineering economics, mathematics, statistics and physicsApplication of microcomputers to engineering tasks and a working knowledge of commonly used microcomputer programming languagesAnalog and digital multiplexing techniques used in wire or cable, microwave, optical and fiber optic communications linksRadio frequency spectrum allocations, electromagnetic wave propagation and radio field strength measurements and tolerancesEquipment and materials currently available for new and revised telecommunications installationsQueuing theory, Erlang formulas and other traffic engineering techniques applicable to network analysisContract administration and the legal relationships between the agency, architectural and engineering consultants, contractors, subcontractors and vendorsFCC and/or PUC regulations applicable to governmental communications (may be required for some assignments)PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical Requirements: The incumbent must be willing to perform duties commensurate with the position. Must be able to lift over 50 lbs. with frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing over 25 lbs.; climb ladders, scaffolding and poles, crawl in attics or under vehicles and work in cramped spaces such as under automobile dash or trunk, stoop, bend, or twist your back, kneel, squat and work with arms above shoulder level; operate power tools or other like machinery that are potentially hazardous.Environmental Conditions: Must be willing to work in various environments such as jails, county hospitals and dispatch centers and drive-in-all-weather conditions and potentially difficult terrain dependent upon the facility.SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONSApplicants must not have been convicted of a felony or be on any form of probation and must pass an extensive background investigation to the satisfaction of the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner.HOW TO APPLYOnly on-line applications will be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of on-line applications. Application information must be current, succinct and related to the requirements in this job announcement.Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr