Senior Communications Specialist

Metropolitan Transportation Authority


Job Information

JOB TITLE: Senior Communications Specialist

SALARY RANGE: $79,245 (salary non-negotiable)*

DEPT/DIV: Police Communications Unit

SUPERVISOR: Commanding Officer, Police Communications Unit

LOCATION: Long Island City, NY

HOURS OF WORK: various hours of work (7.5 hours per day)
  • Position covered by IBT Local 808 collective bargaining agreement

DEADLINE: Open until filled
In order to protect our employees and continue to provide safe and reliable service to our communities, as of November 14, 2021 we are requiring all new MTA hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their start date. MTA will consider exceptions for religious and medical reasons, where appropriate. “Fully vaccinated” means you must have both doses of a 2-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the second dose, or have received 1 dose of a 1-dose vaccine and two weeks have elapsed since the dose. Proof of your vaccination status in the form of a CDC vaccine card must be submitted prior to your start date.

Summary

This position will provide senior level technical expertise and support for the management, coordination and administration of the MTA Police Communication field operations. Working closely with the Communications unit supervisor and Police Management this position will provide senior level support in the operations of the communication equipment and systems of the MTA Police. The position will be expected to travel extensively within the MTA service network and must be available to work non-standard hours as project needs and emergency conditions require.

Responsibilities

  • Functions as a senior support person to the operation of communication equipment, maintenance, field inspection and general support to Police communications.
  • Provides senior level support for the technical needs requirements of the Police for communication equipment and systems.
  • Acts as primary communications contact with other local law enforcement agencies who interact with the MTA Police, keeps management abreast of trends, recommends equipment that integrates with other Police operations in the service area.
  • Routinely inspects fixed equipment sites in the MTA Police Service area for compliance with MTA Police requirements.
  • Provides senior level support in the implementation of technical standards, maintenance oversight, contract development, system designs and enhancements, as well as technical operations of the MTAPD radio system equipment.
  • Acts as the primary communications contact for the maintenance of the voice system equipment to meet the departments telecommunications needs.
  • Monitor and maintain voice communications and trunked radio systems.
  • Maintain and repair communications equipment and accessories.
  • Provide senior level development and maintenance of radio programming, radio maintenance service contracts, FCC mandated licenses and agreements, inventory and repair database.
  • Provide senior level communications oversight and implementation management of upgrades and new systems.
  • Develop, prepare and implement monthly reports and purchase requisitions.
  • Develop, prepare and recommend technical communication alternatives.
  • Provide senior level technical support to MTA PD Field Deployments/critical incident response.
  • Provide senior level instruction to MTA PD personnel on the operations of all radio communication equipment.
  • Interface with partner agencies to support MTAPD Communications, systems and initiatives.
  • Provide senior level support to division command on MTA agency communications issues and regional interoperable communications committees.
  • Performs all other duties as required in order to meet the business needs of the MTA Police Dept. Communication operations.

Qualifications

  • Must possess advanced communications experience with the ability to read schematic/technical documentation and use the applicable test equipment associated with electronics/communications.
  • Must have excellent understanding of electrical laws and radio communications principles.
  • Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must possess demonstrated leadership abilities.
  • Some work experience in Police operations is highly desirable and strongly preferred.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in electrical engineering, plus a minimum of five to seven years of experience in a professional nature in wireless communications and telecommunications.

Other Information

As an employee of MTA Headquarters, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the State of New York, if your position earns more than $105,472 (this figure is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

How To Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED.
Qualified applicants can submit an online application
When applying for positions, please ensure that you attach a resume during the application process and that you receive a confirmation e-mail that your application was accepted. If you do not receive an email confirmation, your application may not have been received and will not be able to be considered after the deadline date. If you encounter problems, please call the BSC Customer Management Center at (646) 376-0123 Monday through Friday (except MTA-HQ holidays), 8:30am – 5:00pm.
EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT APPLY ONLINE VIA THE INTRANET MAY BE DISQUALIFIED FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

Quick Apply
To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter where (jobsinteelecom.net) you saw this job posting.