Under the supervision of the Telecommunications Coordinator, this position performs a variety of specialized technical duties associated with the Telecommunications functions of the Sheriff's Office. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required: Facilitates the maintenance of radio equipment and peripherals by evaluating equipment problems. Assembles and programs radio kits for mobile installations and portable radio issue to users. Monitors and performs administration of Motorola Radio Management system for ‘over-the air’ programming, servers and associated equipment. Performs radio template building and programming for all radio equipment of supported agencies. Performs radio site equipment installation, maintenance and repair. Performs maintenance of Dispatch Radio Console hardware and software. Performs maintenance of point-to-point long haul microwave communication systems. Performs inventory control and documentation as directed by the Telecommunications Coordinator. Assists with the installation of mid-range computer peripherals, microcomputers, cabling, parts and software as they are related to the radio system. Recommends radio equipment, peripherals and accessories for purchase. Maintains regular and acceptable attendance at such level as determined at the Sheriff's Office discretion. Performs duties onsite, except those job duties that are customarily or by nature performed offsite. Interacts effectively with others. May be assigned other duties as necessary. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the function and operation of portable communications equipment, mobile radios, base stations and repeaters, digital trunked radio systems and point to point microwave long haul systems. Knowledge and ability to administer encrypted communications. Knowledge of microcomputers, peripherals and software, with the ability to work in a Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Server, and VMware ESXI environments. Knowledge of various communications circuits and connectivity. Intermediate knowledge of TCP/ IP standards and various LAN/ WAN topologies. Skilled in the use of basic mechanical tools. Skilled in universal safety protocols while performing essential functions. Ability to operate, repair and diagnose the technical telecommunication equipment used throughout the Sheriff's Office. Ability to operate a variety of mechanical and electrical hand tools. Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written English. Ability to get along well with others. Ability to safely operate a County vehicle in normal and adverse conditions. Ability to ascend radio towers to heights exceeding 100 feet. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Specialized training in electronics or related field. EXPERIENCE: 12 years of electronic telecommunications technician experience in a Public Safety environment or 5 years of electronics technician experience in an encrypted Motorola digital trunked radio system environment and ETAI or FCC certification/license. OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience that satisfies the requirements of the job as approved by the Sheriff. CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES: ETAI Journeyman certification (CET) and/or FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) preferred. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License. Must possess CPR and First Aid certification within the initial status period. Must be willing to stay current with the latest information available on all products and equipment the Sheriff’s Office utilizes.