COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS MANAGER

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

The Communications Systems Manager (CSM) position serves as a vital member of the Nevada Office of Emergency Management (OEM), providing technical expertise to ensure the reliability, security, and functionality of the Office’s radio systems. The incumbent is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining interoperable communications projects and systems that directly support statewide emergency management operations, the Nevada Operations Center, and partner agencies. In addition to day-to-day systems support, the position provides technical expertise in emergency operations. During statewide emergencies, the CSM will serve as the backup Center Support Coordinator responsible for setting up and maintaining systems that support audio/visual communication, secure data collaboration, and mission-critical technologies. The incumbent ensures that systems are available and functional during incidents and that staff are trained in their use. The position also supports OEM staff and local jurisdiction emergency managers through technical assistance, training, and collaboration. Strong professional relationships and collaboration are essential in this role. The incumbent builds effective working relationships with OEM staff, emergency managers, and partner agencies, fostering communication and teamwork to ensure statewide coordination. The CSM is expected to demonstrate initiative, independence, and accountability by identifying gaps or emerging needs in technology, recommending improvements, and taking action to resolve issues without constant supervision. To be successful, the incumbent must consistently meet work commitments, completing tasks in a timely manner with accuracy and professionalism. The CSM demonstrates analytical skills by evaluating situations, identifying potential issues-including politically sensitive matters-and advising leadership on appropriate solutions. This position requires technical expertise, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work independently in both routine and high-pressure emergency environments. The incumbent must also be willing to travel and respond during emergencies, ensuring that OEM’s technology infrastructure supports the mission of protecting the residents of Nevada.

Communications Systems Managers manage the 24-hour communications system of a State agency including supervision of the communications staff to include Communication System Specialists and lower level technical and support positions and/or contract employees; provide administrative support involving the development of policy and procedure and the system's budget; coordinate system maintenance, repair, and development; perform system engineering and design work ensuring federal and State guidelines are followed; and coordinate the agency's telecommunications functions for interoperability with various local, federal, and State agencies to ensure compliance and maintain the integrity of the system. The Communications Systems Manager is distinguished from the Communications Systems Specialist III by greater administrative responsibility for budget development and maintenance; development of long-range plans, goals, and objectives; and preparation of communications policies and procedures required in managing the agency’s communications system. In addition, incumbents perform work of a technical nature.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology and two years of experience installing, repairing and maintaining communications and ancillary equipment; OR an Associate's degree in electronics technology or closely related field and three years of technical electronics experience, two years of which are as described above; OR one year of experience as a Communications Systems Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Manage a staff of lower level technical, support, and/or contract employees and perform engineering, fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair, and modification work involving the operation of the agency's communication system; ensure completed work conforms to federal and State regulations and the integrity of the system is maintained; provide technical direction to staff and review completed work involving the planning, organizing, engineering, and modification of the system.

Plan and develop the agency's communications budget and provide necessary justification to ensure the communication needs of the agency are met; monitor budget expenditures and develop fiscal reporting forms and guidelines; train subordinate and regional staff in budget preparation and processes; establish standards used to determine equipment and facilities needed and approve the acquisition of communications equipment for the agency; control the allocation and utilization of resources involving new construction, engineering design, district operations, and maintenance projects.

Develop State and regional goals, objectives, long-range plans, and programs to ensure the continual operation of the agency's communications system; conduct research and anticipate projected growth to identify communications problems and/or concerns and ensure consistency with the agency's overall communications needs; determine ways to improve the quality of service and/or modify the existing system including integration of new equipment.

Develop policies and procedures and equipment specifications to maintain the integrity of the communications system including a statewide system operations plan to identify the needs of the agency and evaluate the capabilities of the system; incorporate policies and procedures applicable to federal and State regulations and national standards; ensure compliance with federal rules and regulations and advise agency management of legal and regulatory issues on a federal and State level; prepare FCC license applications for the agency and ensure licenses are renewed and properly posted in a timely manner.

Provide assistance to agency staff, State and local agencies, and rural communities regarding various aspects of managing and operating a communications system; provide direction on the most cost effective and economical communications systems and recommend modification, replacement, installation, or repair of new and existing communications equipment.

Coordinate with federal and State communications officials and State agencies regarding radio site problem resolution, establishment of standards for jointly operated radio sites and development and implementation of interagency agreements regarding emergency frequency, right-of-way applications and maintenance service agreements.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of: electronics applicable to the engineering of communications systems; FCC licensing procedures including frequency coordination; principles, practices and trends in communications engineering and design.

General knowledge of: budget preparation and maintenance; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Ability to: plan and set project priorities; communicate both orally and in writing to effectively manage assigned communication systems; train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; design modified prototype and production circuits to satisfy the needs of the system; choose proper connection techniques, packaging and retrofit types for new circuits; install, repair and maintain communications and ancillary equipment; instruct others regarding the agency's statewide communications system; maintain effective channels of communication with department management, State and local government officials, and other State agencies; manage space, equipment and material resources including developing utilization plans and justifying acquisitions; interpret data using standard calculations for path and coverage analysis; operate a personal computer and associated software; perform project management functions involving site development.

RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: Jon Terrazas at j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: 4/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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