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In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.

Communications Systems Specialist's perform specialized electronic technician work involving the fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair and modification of 24-hour communication systems such as two-way radio and microwave equipment, mountaintop base stations, towers and antennas.

Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation. The State of Nevada offers an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! Nevada boasts not only exciting 24-hour cities, but recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts such as camping, boating, fishing and hiking with stunning mountain scenery and picturesque high desert splendor.

The purpose of the Communications Systems Specialist I position is to maintain the operational capability of the Nevada State Parks statewide 24-hour communication system by performing engineering, fabrication, installation, maintenance, modification, troubleshooting and repairs directly or through other agencies and contractors. Monitor and confirm all radio equipment operation is within FCC rules and regulations and meets the states standards. Maintain extensive statewide radio inventory. The agency's statewide 24-hour communication system consists of high level and low level radio repeater systems, vehicle based communication systems, structure based communication systems, and hand held portable radios. Manage all Federal Communications Commission Radio Station License activities to assure full compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations. The Communications Systems Specialist I also develops specific radio user programs based on the communications needs of each regions or parks geographical area; performs radio programming or arrange to have radios programmed with supplied programs; designs, updates and modifies existing programs to accommodate changes to Nevada State Parks. This position required occasional emergency response during non-working hours including holidays. Incumbents must submit proof of certification of competency as specified under Special Requirements within six months of employment in order to have the opportunity to progress to a Communications Systems Specialist II at a Grade 35 after one year.

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: