Job Title

　　Radio Communications Specialist I

　　Agency

　　Texas A&M Forest Service

　　Department

　　Field Operations

　　Proposed Minimum Salary

　　$21.00 hourly

　　Job Location

　　Merkel, Texas

　　Job Type

　　Staff

　　Job Description

　　The Radio Communication Specialist I, under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Radio Communication Specialist, communicates effectively with agency managers and interfaces with other state agency personnel. Maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations, ensure that all agency communication and computer software is properly licensed and programmed accordingly. Install, modify, diagnose and repair agency digital computer systems and FM radio transceiver communication systems. Perform documentation or data entry necessary to maintain service logs, asset control, inventory control and cost accounting systems. Respond to a variety of wildfire all-hazard incidents and provide logistical support as needed.

　　*Location TBD*

　　Responsibilities:

　　-Under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Radio Communication Specialist, communicates effectively with agency managers and interfaces with other state agency personnel.-Install, modify, diagnose, and repair agency digital computer systems and FM radio transceiver communication systems. Installing cable connections, calculate power loss. Basic troubleshooting and diagnostics on equipment. Radio programming, installation of computer software, new computer set-up and computer virus identification and removal. (May require extended bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, squatting and sitting.

　　-Manage and account for TFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, rules, procedures and guidelines.

　　-Manage and account for assigned TFS property.

　　-Participate in agency-sponsored training, programs and activities (May require infrequent travel in State vehicles with overnight stays.

　　-Maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations. Ensure that all agency communications and computer software are properly licensed and programmed accordingly.

　　-Perform documentation or date entry necessary to maintain service logs, asset control, inventory control and cost accounting systems.

　　-Available for emergency response and to establish emergency field communications systems as required. ( May require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions. May result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time. May require exposure to equipment vibrations and noise. May require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes. May require extended walking, standing, twisting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting and carrying heavy objects.

　　-Other duties as assigned.

　　Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

　　Education and Experience:

　　Required Education: Associates degree.Preferred Education: Associate degree in Applied Science or 2 year equivalent technical degree with specialization in FM communications and computer repair.

　　Preferred Experience: Five (5) to ten (10) years of proven customer service field experience. Experience working with FM communication systems with a wildland fire agency.

　　Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Required Knowledge: Use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of FM communications and computer (PC) assembly , repair and maintenance. Become familiar with basic knowledge of Incident Command System (ICS). Completion of IS-100, IS-700 and L-180. Become NWCG qualified as Radio OperatorRequire Abilities: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

　　Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses: Required: Valid Texas Driver’s License

　　Preferred: NWCG qualified as Incident Communication Technician (COMT). Holds amateur Radio License.

　　Applicant Instructions:

　　Resume, references, cover letter and transcript are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application. Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section. More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document. Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted. If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

　　All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

　　Fulfilling the service component of a land-grant university system, Texas A&M Forest Service is a proud member of The Texas A&M University System.  Celebrating 100 years of service, this state agency was created in 1915 by the 34th Texas Legislature. Each state in the nation has a state forestry agency, but Texas was the first to establish its state forestry agency as part of a land-grant college. Texas A&M Forest Service is recognized as the leader in defining forestry for the future of Texas and the nation. Applied programs include forest and tree development; wildfire prevention, mitigation, and protection; urban and community forestry; and a host of innovative forest sustainability programs. Texas A&M Forest Service works to ensure the state’s forests, trees, and related natural resources are conserved and continue to provide a sustainable flow of environmental and economic benefits.

　　Texas A&M Forest Service Career Site (https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/Careers/)

　　Benefits - Besides getting to work for a highly-acclaimed state forestry agency with top-notch staff, there are many tangible benefits that go along with working with Texas A&M Forest Service .  Exceptional health insurance is a huge economic benefit for employees.  In addition to medical and life insurance, there are also options of dental, vision, long-term disability, and more.  Paid vacation and sick leave and strong retirement plans round out a great benefit package.

　　Texas A&M Forest Service is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

　　If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6690.