GRADE
20
LOCATION OF POSITION
653 W. Pratt St
Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
MIEMSS is looking for an EMS Communications engineer to perform or supervise a variety of engineering duties involving the design, installation and/or modification of a wide range of communication systems including voice, data and video communications via radio, terrestrial microwave or fiber optic transmission systems. This position will provide engineering expertise to MIEMSS technical staff, state, county, and local agencies and recommend new, or revise existing communications systems to achieve greater economy, efficiency and eliminate obsolescence. This position requires an individual with broad-based multi-discipline knowledge acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Information Technology, Electrical, and Radio Communications fields. The position is designated as Emergency Essential may be subject to call-in on a 24 hour bases.
Design, implement, and document TDM circuits over the statewide microwave system providing for the needs of state, county, and local agencies
Design and implementation of new IP based communication patching systems to replace existing analog based systems
Identifies and evaluates alternative site locations in support of the statewide microwave and radio communications system
Designs and licenses microwave paths as part of the SIEC Technical group to support the statewide 700 MHz radio system and MIEMSS Communications
Prepares formal communications system design proposal including site surveys, path profiles, cost estimates and construction and equipment specifications
Prepares formal communications system design proposal including site surveys, path profiles, cost estimates and construction and equipment specifications
Prepares and submits Federal Communications Commission licensing applications compliant with appropriate Federal regulations
Provides technical advise and solutions to complex maintenance problems beyond capabilities of the MIEMSS technical staff
Acts as project engineer in the installation of communication equipment or related structures
Maintains as awareness of the state of the art as it relates to Emergency Medical Communications as field provider needs
Assess the agency's equipment needs and prepares appropriate equipment specifications
Works in conjunction with the Deputy to deploy and maintaining critical infrastructure
State travel to perform various duties
POSITION DUTIES
Design, document and construct based upon State and local agency requests. Efficiently manage the Public Safety microwave bandwidth asset
Evaluate the current EMS radio systems coverage and performance and develop a needs analysis to identify geographic areas that require enhancement. Pursue the acquisition of new sites through PSC Technical committee and state/county relationships. Provide recommendations to the Director for the implementation of changes.
Maintain a leadership role in developing a robust microwave network plan based upon available tower locations as an active member of the PSC Technical committee. Engineer and license the new microwave paths and work with Department of Budget and Management and internal staff to implement the new links in an efficient and timely manner.
Prepare all Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) filings as required to maintain compliance with Federal statutes. Maintain knowledge of current FCC rules that impact EMS communications and make recommendations to the Director.
Provide the technical expertise necessary to resolve maintenance issues that are beyond the technical staff's ability
Oversee vendors and contractors in the installation of new systems and ensures project goals. Adhere to project budgets and industry standards
Maintain knowledge of changes in applicable technology
Maintain security patches and updates to the VoIP loggers, DNS entries, SQL server system checks, NAS services, Monitor WhatsUP Gold/PSInet performance and SLA checks
Manage and apply critical updates for servers and computer systems supporting EMRC and SYSCOM operations
Maintain knowledge of all posted security risks and applicable patches for: UNIX, Linux, and Windows servers and WhatsUP and SQL servers
Monitor network latency and SLA monitors on a daily basis in conjunction with the PSInet technical group.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Electronics, Communications Engineering or related field
Experience: Seven years of experience in the design and implementation of two-way radio, terrestrial microwave, satellite communications, radio frequency, mobile data or wireless communications systems to include three years of IP network support and computer systems administration.
Notes:
1) Candidates may substitute an Associate's degree in electronics, communications engineering, satellite communications, radio frequency (or related field) and nine years of the required experience to include three years of IP network support for the required education and experience
2) Candidates may substitute completion of trade school with a concentration in Electronics/specialization in Communications (or related field) and nine years of the required experience to include three years of IP network support for the required education and experience
3) Experience in the design and implementation of two-way radio, terrestrial microwave, satellite communications, radio frequency, mobile data or wireless communications systems may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the Bachelor's degree.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Five years of experience in the communications field, with at least (1) year of which is in the design and implementation of two-way radio, terrestrial microwave, mobile data or other wireless communications systems
One year of experience in public safety environment
One year of experience leading a technical group and delegating work to others
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.