Director of Engineering, KRIS at The E.W. Scripps Company in Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Description:

KRIS, the Scripps NBC station in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Director of Engineering to join the leadership team! Oversee the design, specifications, documentation, oversight and installation of all systems and equipment for multiple stations. Develop and maintain thorough understanding of existing facilities and work toward making units safer, cohesive and responsive to departments within station environment. KRIS oversees a total of 5 TV stations: KRIS, KZTV, CW, KDF, and KAJA Telemundo. This is a great opportunity to rebuild, develop and improve infrastructure, install transmitters, improve workflows, and develop a high-performing team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Effectively manage the planning, design, installation and repair of all television, mobile and internet systems and equipment.




• Evaluate and maintain the spectrum and broadband usage of the facility.




• Motivate and manage a staff of professional maintenance engineers, operators and IT technicians.




• Coordinate projects; manage the scheduling of personnel; and plan, design and document on-going and future television and online systems.




• Work with related departments; in the determination of current and future studio and transmission needs; in the preparation and tracking of capital, expense, repair and maintenance budgets; in the evaluation of equipment prior to purchase.




• Communicate professionally with individuals and groups within and outside of the station. Communicate on a frequent basis with all other departments.




• Maintain good personnel labor relations. Identify training needs, motivate and develop staff to meet the on-going and future technological needs of the station.




• Keep the station compliant with the FCC Rules and Regulations, as well as related local, state and federal regulations. Work with Corporate personnel in particular areas of common interest.




• Perform other duties as needed and as directed by the General Manager and Sr Dir, Engineering.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Associates degree in electrical/electronic engineering preferred




• Bachelor's degree in electronic engineering a plus.




• Must have an understanding of electronic, electrical, mechanical and information systems.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Valid driver's license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.




• Strong ability to lead and inspire a team.




• Solid project management skills.

​ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) advances understanding of the world through journalism. As the nation's fourth-largest independent TV station owner, Scripps operates 60 television stations in 42 markets. Scripps empowers the next generation of news consumers with its multiplatform news network Newsy and reaches growing audiences through broadcast networks including Bounce and Court TV. Shaping the future of storytelling through digital audio, Scripps owns top podcast company Stitcher and Triton, the global leader in technology and measurement services. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship for the company.