Sheriff’s Telecommunications Manager

Sheriff’s Telecommunications Manager

$9,679 – $11,764 Monthly*

 The Sheriff’s Office seeks a highly skilled manager to oversee the County of Sonoma’s Public Safety Telecommunications Network.

Note: Possession of a valid general class Radio-Telephone Operator’s license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), or equivalent certificate issued by an appropriate certification body is required to be considered for this position.

As a member of the Sheriff’s Office management team, the Sheriff’s Telecommunications (TCOMM) Manager directs the TCOMM Bureau which includes five telecommunications technicians and extra-help support staff. The TCOMM Manager directs large and small scale TCOMM projects, including all aspects of technical specifications and fiscal management, coordinates all radio telecommunication services throughout the County of Sonoma and collaborates with adjacent counties to insure interoperability, oversees the Bureau’s asset inventory, contracted services, billing rate development and service billing, and field and shop work coordination. The TCOMM Manager works closely with Sheriff’s  Patrol, Investigations, Dispatch Bureaus and the Detention Division, as well as other public safety providers in Sonoma County including REDCOM, and partner County departments such as Department of Emergency Management, Regional Parks, and Sonoma County Public Infrastructure.

The Sheriff’s Office is seeking a candidate who is deeply motivated to help safeguard the community and public safety employees by ensuring the public safety communications network is constantly maintained. The next TCOMM Manager will bring exceptional leadership and project management skills, and will also possess:

• Public safety or military telecommunications experience, and related coursework and training
• In-depth knowledge of FCC rules and regulations
• Experience working with communications equipment and systems including voice, data, radio, digital, mobile, and wireless communications systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  Critical thinking and analytical skills
  The ability to address and prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment
• A keen interest in supporting the TCOMM staff and developing team members
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security) certifications, or equivalent certifications, are desirable

*Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit, www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 07/24/23