WCNC, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Charlotte NC, has an opening for an experienced, versatile Head of Technology and Operations. We are looking for a proven leader with strong technical judgment, effective communication skills, possessing an understanding of current and future technology needs with a passion for innovation.

Responsibilities / The Head of Technology and Operations is responsible for leading the Engineering, IT, and Production team which supports the overall WCNC broadcast technologies in a 24/7/365 environment. This position is responsible for (including but not limited to):

• Managing short-and-long term technology strategy.

• Day-to-day operations including equipment integration, maintenance for the core infrastructure, studios, control rooms, facility, post-production, and transmission for all live programming.

• Oversee compliance of FCC rules and regulations.

• Manage compliance of critical security policies, including Account, Password Security, Vulnerability Protection, Virus Protection, Untrusted Network, and IT Incident Reporting policies.

• Manage Business Continuity and Disaster/Cyber Security Contingency plans.

• Maintain financial responsibility for the Engineering Department including – expense budgeting, approvals, and reviews.

• Oversee station OSHA compliance

• Monitors and creatively scrutinizes daily on-air technical quality.

• Leads workflow improvements for both on-air and online products.

• Manages vendor contracts including technology, building maintenance, security, and janitorial services.

• Manages leases relating to technology.

• Leads capital planning and submission process for station.

• Leads project planning and project management for station wide initiatives.

• Member of station leadership team. Participation in station community and staff initiatives expected. Excellent communication to Regional Head of Technology, WCNC President, and station team leaders required.

• Liaison to TEGNA Streaming Center located at WCNC.

• Strong customer service skills and unfailing professionalism. Demonstrate impeccable written and verbal communication and presentation skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Demonstrated strong leadership with a focus on team management.

• Understanding of IT processes including security, workflow, and management.

• In-depth knowledge of broadcast technologies including: ENPS Newsroom Systems, Production Control Room Automation, RF Transmission, Broadcast Switchers, Router Systems, Field Cameras, Signal Path Workflows.

• Demonstrated strong project management experience.

• Ability to work well and make quick decisions under pressure.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education and a minimum of five years’ experience in a broadcast operations/technology management role.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in support of a 24x7x365 operation.

Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

Physical Demands Set: Light work: Involves sitting most of the time, walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.