Job Description

COMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER

JOB CODE 22130

Effective Date: 09/92A

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform engineering work on major municipal communications systems projects. Work assignments include advising and assisting in the preparation of communications equipment specifications and operational procedures for communication systems, and advising and assisting with the selection, procurement, installation, testing, and acceptance of communication systems and equipment. Supervision is exercised over operating and maintenance personnel. Work is reviewed by a superintendent or administrator through discussion and inspection, principally for determining general progress and adherence to departmental policies and regulations. General technical or policy problems may be discussed with a higher level supervisor before taking action.

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ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Three years of professional electrical, electronic, or communications engineering experience involving the design, installation, and maintenance of electronic communications systems and equipment and a bachelor's degree in electrical, electronic, or communications engineering. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Last Modified on 09/05/2003 13:17:44