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Radio Engineer 1

State of Minnesota • Roseville, MN • 1h ago

Job Class: Radio Engineer 1

Agency: Transportation Department

Job ID: 96313

Location: Roseville

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Classified

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 08/14/2026

Closing Date: 09/04/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Department/DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC

Division/Unit: State Aid for Local Trans Div/Statewide Radio Communications

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes - 25%

Salary Range: $32.13 - $47.49 / hourly; $67,087 - $ /99,159 annually

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 212-MN Govt Engineers Councils/MGEC

Hiring Supervisor: Nicholas Schatz

Last Incumbent: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position will provide system engineering support to the MnDOT ARMER public safety radio system backbone in the Metro Region. To develop implementation plans and process documentation, to provide repairs, updates, and maintenance support of existing systems and expansion of new integrated systems. This position also provides technical expertise in testing and evaluation services to State of Minnesota agencies, local area ARMER system partner agencies, and other contracted agencies.

The responsibilities include:

Provide system engineering and technical support for the regional ARMER master site office (MSO).

Support and test system dispatch console equipment.

Maintain 800MHz system controllers, microwave systems, communications equipment, and other infrastructure equipment.

Provide customer support during system upgrades and/or expansions.

Make approved major alterations and/or modifications to the existing system upon request of OSRC Engineering.

Minimum Qualifications

NOTE: To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

FCC Radio Telephone License or be an APCO/NABER certified technician at time of hire.

AND

Valid Class "D" driver's license.

AND

Two or more years of recent advanced technical working experience (within the last four years) supporting a regional or large-scale radio communications system with responsibility for installation, repair, and implementation of a variety of radio communications equipment.

Knowledge of microprocessors, digital, analog, and electromechanical technology.

Knowledge of computers and computer peripheral equipment.

Knowledge of software development process.

Knowledge of radio communication procedures and ability to operate communication equipment and peripheral equipment. (i.e., telephone, two-way radio, and computer).

Knowledge and application of record keeping requirements and ability to keep records and complete reports.

Preferred Qualification

Knowledge and experience relating to the installation, maintenance, repair, and programming of wide area digital trunked radio communications systems, large scale/high-capacity digital microwave radio systems, RF base stations, audio/data multiplexing equipment, digital and analog recording equipment, basic computer network development and configuration.

Skills in troubleshooting techniques, soldering, and handling sensitive electronic equipment and parts as well as a mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

Experience and knowledge of local and wide area radio communications networks to include switches, routers and servers.

Skills in troubleshooting techniques and handling sensitive electronic equipment and parts as well as a mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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