Electronics and RF Comm Tech

Title: Electronics and RF Comm Tech DSP01808

State Role Title: Electronic Technician II

Hiring Range: Negotiable and commensurate with experience.

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of State Police

Location: North Chesterfield, Virginia

Agency Website: vsp.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:

The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire an Electronics & RF Comm Tech in our Communications Division at State Police Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The successful candidate will install, maintain, and troubleshoot various communication systems, such as radios, radars, computers, cameras, and other ancillary equipment; also collaborate with our talented teams and contribute to the planning and implementation of communication projects; calibrate, program, and maintain various Public Safety electronic equipment for 22 State Agencies including the Virginia State Police.

About the Agency:

We are seeking to expand our diverse team of change makers and innovators. As a member of the VSP family, you would make a difference by serving every city, county, town, resident, and visitor of the Commonwealth through supporting our vast public safety mission. Challenge yourself to make a difference today by applying for a career with VSP!

VSP embraces inclusion and diversity in our workforce and in the protection of all people. We embrace our tradition of professionalism and excellence, and we are excited for our future as we continue our journey to become a best-in-class state government agency. We are firmly committed to our family-like culture and are seeking to expand our team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge in digital and analog electronics; in radio frequency [very high frequency (VHF), ultrahigh frequency (UHF), 700MHz, 800MHz] operational theory; and in computers and peripheral equipment.
• Skill in the use of computers and related radio programming software (Motorola, Harris, EF Johnson, Kenwood); in hand and power tools; in Microsoft Office applications; and in soldering (Surface Mounted technology and Lead-Free soldering).
• Demonstrated ability to interpret electronic schematic drawings; to evaluate, install, maintain, and repair public safety and communication equipment; to conduct training and assist field technician personnel; to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing with staff and agency officials; and to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license and good driving record.
• Possession of a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radiotelephone Operators License or recognized equivalent within six months of employment required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Considerations

• Formal military or civilian trade school preferred.
• Experience with various Public Safety equipment including two-way mobile/portable communications equipment (transmitters, receivers, transceivers, digital vehicle repeaters), electronic sirens, electronic emergency lighting, speed-detection devices preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Elements of the selection process include the screening of application(s); the interviewing of qualified candidate(s), to include pre-employment testing, a presentation and/or a work sample, if applicable; salary negotiation(s) if applicable; a background investigation; and a medical evaluation if applicable. The anticipated duration of the pre-employment process is determined by the successful completion of the above items.

Applications, cover letters and/or resumes shall only be accepted on-line through the PageUp recruitment management system at https://jobs.virginia.gov and must be received by 11:55 P. M. on March 20, 2025. Please limit resumes to four pages and cover letters to one page. Any additional attachments received in excess of this will not be considered.
PageUp provides a confirmation of receipt of your application, resume and/or cover letter submitted successfully. Please refer to your PageUp account to check the status of your application for this position. For questions, please contact the Employment Unit of the Human Resources Division at civilianemployment@vsp.virginia.gov.

The Department of State Police is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend employment opportunities to qualified individuals on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

(V)alor (S)ervice (P)ride

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.