BAND 3 – Manager, Radio Systems

Posting Title
BAND 3 – Manager, Radio Systems

Position Classification
Band 3

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$88,700.23 – $125,700.07 annually

Close Date
10/30/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Min of Trans & Infrastructure

Ministry Branch / Division
Avalanche, Weather and Radio Telecommunications

Job Summary

The Team
The Telecommunications and Radio Section is dedicated to providing expert communication services that keep our province connected and informed. Our diverse team is responsible for designing and maintaining essential radio networks and systems that support public safety and road management.

The Role
As the Radio Systems Manager, reporting to the Senior Manager of Avalanche, Weather, and Radio Telecommunications, you will oversee the daily operations of a skilled team responsible for managing radio and communication systems across the province, ensuring that all systems-from radio repeaters to emergency communication networks-are maintained, updated, and fully operational. Day-to-day, you’ll provide leadership to a team of diverse professionals in troubleshooting issues, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with federal and provincial regulations. Your work will ensure that over 46,000 km of highways and side roads are connected, keeping communities safe and informed.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (P.Eng) or equivalent Post Secondary Degree and two (2) years of related experience, OR
• A Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics or an equivalent field (Information Technology or Computer Sciences are NOT accepted as equivalents) and four (4) years of related experience, OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and related experience may be considered.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience working with VHF, UHF, and telephone interface systems and various associated communications, power and network architectures.
• Experience building and maintaining productive relationships, and effectively negotiating, and consulting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with conflict resolution between staff or co-workers negotiating different objectives, opinions or styles.
• Experience adapting to changing priorities while leading a diverse work group in multiple projects, within time/resource constraints in response to emergent issues.
• Experience directly supervising people and managing operational budgets.
• Experience training technical and/or professional staff in the radio, wireless and data communication field.
• Experience with all of the following:
  • Communications networks including spread spectrum;
  • Arduino module design;
  • Radio control systems and instrumentation;
  • RoIP networks;
  • VHF and UHF radio systems;
  • Telephone interconnect systems.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• More than 2 years related experience in the radio and telecommunications field.
• Registered or eligible to be registered as an Engineer in good standing with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) or an Applied Electronics Technologist with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Chrysstena.1.Munro@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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Job Category
Leadership and Management