Chief Technology Officer

Company: Greater Public
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 12, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionThe Chief Technology Officer is responsible for routine operations of Information Systems, including maintenance and operation of all desktops, printers, LAN infrastructure, servers, Internet access, and wireless access. Responsibilities include building technical infrastructure, technical equipment planning, installation and repair, as well as system documentation, research, and development. Network Operations include on-air radio and television broadcast content distribution, teleport operations, and distance learning technical operation of emerging digital platforms. Transmissions involve installation, operation, and maintenance of all over-the-air broadcast systems throughout the state. Information Technology encompasses maintenance and operation of all Web, Mobile, and Remote Content gathering.Examples of work:

• Serves as a member of Nebraska Public Media Executive Council and is involved in Department and Agency strategic planning. Presents routine reports to the Nebraska Educational Telecommunications Commission.
• Responsible for major capital projects.
• Manages technology department operational budgets and is responsible for fiscal approval through the state's Nebraska Information System.
• Member of the Technical Panel of the Nebraska Information Technology Commission, Collaborative Aggregation Partnership (managing organization of Network Nebraska), and Engineering Council of the National Educational Telecommunications Association. Liaison to the University of Nebraska Computing Directors.
• Assists with grant writing activities of Nebraska Public Media to secure capital funds from local and national sources and in the negotiation of technology-related contracts on behalf of Nebraska Public Media.
• Responsible for FCC and FAA Licensing and documentation for broadcast, satellite, and EAS systems.
• Oversees implementation of the Public Broadcasting System's disaster recovery site located at Nebraska Public Media.
• Oversees operations of the Public Broadcasting System regional uplink facility located at Nebraska Public Media.Requirements / Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: At least eight years of experience in broadcasting electronics - television, radio, and internet-based distribution systems; including varied broadcast and internet-based functional areas involving both operational and maintenance experience AND at least five years' experience in a supervisory capacity. A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field may substitute for four years' experience in broadcasting electronics.For additional information about this position, please contact:
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