Radio Operation Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $91,162.50 - $152,509.50 Annually
Location : Prince William County, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (FT)
Job Number: 202610788
Department: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Division: CID
Opening Date: 08/25/2026
Closing Date: 9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: C52
Hiring Salary: $91,162.50 - $137,172.76 / year
Introduction
Prince William County is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Radio Manager to lead the team responsible for one of the County's critical public safety assets. This is an opportunity to lead a highly specialized team supporting a complex, mission-critical P25 public safety radio system and communications infrastructure. The Radio Manager will combine technical expertise, operational leadership, strategic planning, and project management to ensure the County's radio system remains reliable, resilient, secure, and prepared to meet the needs of a growing community and evolving public safety environment.
About This Role:
The Radio Manager provides leadership and strategic direction for the County's Public Safety Radio team and is responsible for the day-to-day operation, reliability, modernization, and long-term planning of the County's radio communications environment.
This position serves as a key technology partner to Police, Fire and Rescue, Emergency Management, and other County organizations. The Radio Manager works closely with public safety leadership to understand operational requirements and translate those needs into effective communications solutions.
The role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic program management. Responsibilities include overseeing system operations and maintenance, responding to critical system issues, managing radio technicians and technical resources, coordinating with vendors and manufacturers, administering contracts, developing budgets, and planning the lifecycle replacement and modernization of critical infrastructure.
The Radio Manager will also lead significant capital projects designed to strengthen and modernize the County's public safety communications capabilities. Current and future initiatives may include:

• Radio site and tower infrastructure improvements
• Radio system redundancy and resiliency initiatives
• Coverage improvement and in-building radio solutions
• Subscriber radio and fleet management
• Radio system monitoring and fault management
• Emergency communications and backup systems
• Interoperability initiatives with neighboring jurisdictions and regional partners
• FCC licensing, frequency management, and regulatory compliance
• Long-range capital planning and technology modernization

This position offers the opportunity to lead a technical team, work directly with public safety leaders, shape major infrastructure investments, and help define the future of public safety communications for one of Virginia's largest and fastest-growing communities.
If you are a leader who understands both the technology and the mission, and you are looking for an opportunity where your expertise has a tangible impact on the safety of a community, we invite you to join the Prince William County team.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or G.E.D. and 7 years of experience managing/leading technical teams.
Preferences:

• 7 years supporting ASTRO P25 Radio Systems
• 3 years managing technical projects
• Experience with BDA/DAS systems
• Experience supporting mission critical Public Safety systems

Special Requirements:

• A background check is required, which includes a Criminal History Check and Credit History Check.
• Police background investigation to include fingerprinting.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

Work Schedule:
This position is classified as exempt with the expectation that the candidate will complete duties within the time frame required. After hours and weekend work are occasionally necessary to provide services that cannot be performed during normal business hours. Standard workweek is 37.5 hours, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Self-directed as necessary to accomplish the mission through a combination of in-person, remote, and travel including occasional evenings and weekends. This is a telework eligible position that may revert to in-office scheduling if business needs change.
Starting Salary Range: $91,162.50 - $137,172.76
Benefits:
Prince William County offers excellent benefits including comprehensive health coverage options, paid holidays, personal days, and generous leave accrual. The County also participates in the Virginia Retirement System and offers 457 and 401a defined contribution plans. The County offers the following programs:

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Credit Union Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Advisory Committee

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plans

• Leave Programs
  • Annual leave - accrue 4 hours each pay period. Accrual increases every 3 years up to a maximum of 8 hours per pay period.
  • Sick leave - accrue 4 hours each pay period
  • Paid Holidays - up to 11 holidays per year
  • Personal Leave - up to 4 days per year
  • Family Medical Leave/FMLA - for employees who qualify
• Life Insurance

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for additional information.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here for the class description
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1) Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2) My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the Prince William County application; 3) Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4) If selected, my employment dates will be verified for the past three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

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Select the choice which best describes your highest level of completed education.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field
• Bachelor's degree or higher in an unrelated field
• Associate's degree in a related field
• Associate's degree in an unrelated field
• Some college (30 semester credits or more)
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• None of the above

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Please indicate the number of years of experience you have managing/leading a technical team.

• 7 or more
• 5 - 6
• 3 - 4
• 1 - 2
• Less than 1

04
Please indicate the number of years of experience supporting ASTRO P25 radio systems.

• 7 or more
• 5 - 6
• 3 - 4
• 1 - 2
• Less than 1

05
Please indicate the number of years of experience managing technical projects.

• 4
• 3
• 2
• 1
• Less than 1

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Do you have experience with supporting mission critical Public Safety systems?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with BDA/DAS systems?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience managing contracts and vendor relationships?

• Yes
• No

Required Question