Director of Broadcast Operatio

DIRECTOR OF BROADCAST OPERATIONS Job Description Summary The Director of Broadcast Operations (DBO) is responsible for all aspects of Nevada Public Radio's broadcast operations, business computers, web sites and Internet services. The DBO ensures compliance with all Federal and State rules and regulations, supervises contractors and employees, and works with senior staff, board and stakeholders to plan and implement the broadcast and digital strategy of the organization. This position reports to the President/CEO. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Duties and Responsibilities Plans, organizes, and directs NVPR's engineering needs; As "Chief Operator," ensures compliance with FCC and other professional standards for technical operations; Performs regular evaluation of equipment to ensure OEM specifications; Emergency Alert System admin responsibilities Maintains technical data to support broadcast license requirements; Performs regular and necessary maintenance and repair on all broadcast equipment; Conducts installation and integration of broadcast transmission and content delivery systems as they are needed; Creates and follows a budget for Broadcast Operations; Provides relevant information for short and long-term budget planning; Prepares and coordinates relevant information for grant proposals; and Researches and implements future infrastructure upgrades and equipment phase-in as industry standards for transmission and content delivery systems evolve. Maintains business computer network. Performs regular maintenance of computers and servers. Researches and implements computer and software upgrades as required for NVPR operations. Maintains Internet servers and web sites. Perform regular maintenance of servers. Researches and implements server and software upgrades as required for Internet operations. Works closely with staff to determine equipment needs and develops procedures to implement those requirements. Participates in fundraising activities as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed bel