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Job Description About DTMB: The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems. About the position: This position is the recognized resource for the Metro region of the State of Michigan. They will be responsible for approximately 44,401 radios within that region.

The position exercises responsibility for the development of radio programming files for distribution and installation into Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS) radios. The position is responsible verifying existing Radio IDs, creating new ID's, Talkgroups and Encryption for use in developing and building the templates installed into an MPSCS radio. This position requires the extensive use of computer skills and this person must be able to accurately enter data into the radio programming files and associated asset management software (EAM), MCM Technologies Radio Management (RM) databases and other platforms as needed.

This position requires the use of radio manufactures programming software to create the needed programming files for MPSCS customer radios. This person must function with minimal supervision and require minimal direction while performing these duties. View Position Description here: Radio Communication Technician 8-10 Radio Communication Technician 11 Position Location: This position is located in Dimondale, MI.

Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week (subject to change).

What We Are Looking For: We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported.

Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division. If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a highly paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you.

What We Offer: The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.

Required Education and Experience Education Possession of an associate's degree in electronic technology. Experience Radio Communications Technician 8 No specific type or amount is required. Radio Communications Technician 9 One year of experience equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician 8.

Radio Communications Technician E10 Two years of experience equivalent to Radio/Communications Technician, including one year equivalent to a Radio/Communications Technician 9. Additional Requirements and Information You must attach a detailed resume to your application (word or pdf). You will also need to attach (word/ pdf) a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.

Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.

Candidates selected for this position must complete the Michigan State Police background check. This extensive background check requires fingerprinting for state and federal criminal background records. The background search will include, but is not limited to arrests, criminal charges, criminal convictions, and any information regarding contact with a criminal justice agency.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. Some positions may require Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licensure.

View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/R/RadioCommunicationsTechnician.pdf DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.