Job Vacancy Announcement
Position Title: Telecommunications Specialist Supervisor
Location: Headquarters- Atlanta
Pay grade: L – Job Code: ITP074

Salary Range: $50,982.94 - $81,720.15

The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) oversees the day-to-day operation of the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), Capitol Police and the Motor Carrier Compliance Division (MCCD).

We currently have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Telecommunications Specialist Supervisor in the Communications Division of the Administrative Services Division. Primary duties will be performed in the Radio Shop at headquarters, however for some workdays duties may be required statewide.

The Communications Division is responsible for providing statewide two-way radio communications; where they install, troubleshoot, and repair radio and mobile camera equipment. Coordinating Tower Projects and repairs, Radio Programming, Assisting DPS and 911 Communication Centers, field programming of equipment, assisting other Agencies with radio communication.

This position is perfect for candidates who seek a challenging opportunity to serve the citizens of Georgia while providing critical support to the sworn officers within the department. This position will provide a challenging opportunity without compromising work/life balance and includes an excellent benefits package.

A typical workday includes, but is not limited to:

• Supervision, training, and career development of the communications specialists assigned to the headquarters radio shop.
• Supervision of communications specialists performing the installation, repair, and planning of telephone, radio, data, video and voice and data processing telecommunications systems.
• Maintains inventory of all radio equipment and supplies at the radio shop.
• Performs work involved in developing, refining, and complying with telecommunications systems planning.
• Plans, manages, and monitors the operation of communications systems.
• Researches and develops specifications for systems design, wiring plans and installation.
• Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.

Selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation. This includes a review of criminal, driver’s and credit history. No polygraph examination is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have or obtain either CDL Class B or Non CDL Class F license within 1 year.

• One year of experience in programming, installation and troubleshooting statewide land mobile radio (LMR) systems and equipment, to include radio gateway devices.

This is an unclassified position unless filled by a classified employee. Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted.

The Georgia Department of Public Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees and applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, natural origin, age, disability or genetic information.