Radio Broadcast Technician

Summary

This position is located within the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (OCB), Technical Operations Division/Radio Technical Branch. Radio Marti Master Control is the technical switching and distribution hub of all incoming and outgoing radio lines. The incumbent is responsible for performing any and all functions necessary to ensure the effective broadcast of Radio Marti programming including but not limited to live production studio operations and live remote broadcast operations.

Duties

As a Radio Broadcast Technician, you will be responsible for duties to include, but are not limited to: Operates studio equipment including audio mixer, digital record, edit and playback systems using generally accepted broadcast standards and practices. Works under the direction of a producer for the during live programming but may serve as "line producer" for the playback of recorded material. While acting as "the producer" adheres to predetermined schedule making time adjustments are required. Monitors quality of out-going and in-coming audio material taking corrective action as necessary to assure compliance with established parameters and broadcast standards. Monitors and controls via remote control Marathon transmitters. Monitors satellite receivers and transmitters. Keeps written transmitter logs as required. Takes corrective action to assure transmitter is operating within established parameters. Establishes circuits from field and remote locations and co-ordinates with other technicians Uses knowledge of audio signal flow and routing and uses that knowledge and take the necessary steps to correct or work around system problems. Edits pre-recorded programs to incorporate music and effects utilizing studio audio consoles. Augments TV Marti Master Control and TV Marti audio operations as assigned. Qualifications

Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the GS-12 or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience that is typically in or related to live production studio operations and live remote broadcast operations. Experience operating digital and analog broadcast and recording equipment systems. Experience with editing software and computer operations. Experience with various codecs and transmission devices. Experience with basic broadcasting theory and technical standards related to operation of broadcast systems and equipment. Experience monitoring and adjusting broadcast systems to meet accepted broadcast standards.

Education

Education is not required for this grade level. It cannot be used for qualification purposes. How You Will Be Evaluated

Once your resume or application is submitted, a review of your qualifications will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements and competencies required for this position. Competencies: Communications and Media Electronics Multimedia Multimedia Technologies Production Possession of competencies may be addressed in a cover letter and/or resume. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the occupational questionnaire. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your qualifications. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. Fair Chance Act: Under the Fair Chance Act, agencies are not allowed to request information about an applicant's criminal history until a conditional offer of employment has been made, except as allowed for access to classified information; assignment to national security duties or positions; or recruitment of a Federal law enforcement officer. An applicant may submit a complaint or any other information related to an organization's alleged noncompliance with the Fair Chance Act. The complaint must be submitted within 30 calendar days of the date of the alleged noncompliance. To make a Fair Chance Act inquiry or complaint, send an email with the appropriate information to [email protected], subject line: Fair Chance Act. Other Information

Applicants who are interested in applying under Delegated Examining (DE) procedures must apply to vacancy announcement DE-13051766-26-SC. 1. Candidates MUST meet all qualification requirements by closing date. 2. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. For Military Selective Service Act requirement information, please visit https://www.sss.gov. 3. Your application to this vacancy announcement will only allow consideration for this announcement. We cannot electronically or manually move your application to corresponding announcements if applicable. 4. Additional vacancies not reflected in the announcement that occur after the opening date of the vacancy announcement for position(s) identical (same grade, series and title) to the original vacancy may be filled from the selection certificate during the validity of the certificate. 5. Budgetary conditions may delay or otherwise affect filling this vacancy. However, all interested candidates should apply now.