Radio System Administrator (HRECC)

Radio System Administrator (HRECC)

Salary

$66,206.40 - $72,841.60 Annually

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

5363 - (June 2026)

Department

Emergency Communications Center

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description

Are you searching for a meaningful opportunity that allows you to utilize your radio electronics, radio programming, electrical, or telecommunications work experience to support public safety professionals? If so, the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Emergency Communications Centers (HRECC) Radio System Administrator position may be the right career for you!

The Radio System Administrator is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $31.83 - $35.02 per hour (equivalent to $66,206 - $72,841 annually); however, an exact offer will be dependent upon the selected candidates qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy.

As the Radio System Administrator, youll play a vital role in the success of the HRECC by performing difficult skilled technical work for all aspects of the Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Program, ensuring the operational coherence and peak performance of critical emergency communications infrastructure and systems across the City of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. In this role, youll be responsible for the technical planning, operation, repair, maintenance, replacement, and strategic oversight of all elements of the Public Safety Wireless Communications Technology, including conventional analog and Project 25 interoperable digital two-way radio (P25) components. Additionally, youll oversee the HRECC vehicle and large equipment fleet. As a subject-matter expert and leader, youll have the opportunity to provide direct supervision over the Virginia Communications Cache Regional Team, when deployed.

A full list of essential job functions and the ideal candidates knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the class specification.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Requirements at Time of Application:

• High school diploma and considerable (3-5 years) experience in radio electronics, radio programming, electrical, or telecommunications work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.
• Valid drivers license.
• Availability to primarily work dayshift with nights and weekends periodically, as business needs dictate.
• Availability to participate in on-call or stand-by assignments as needed.
• Click here to view the physical requirements of this position.

Requirements After Hire Date:

• Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Training within six months of hire.
• VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) Certification within six months of hire.
• CPR within one year of hire.
• NENA Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP) Certification within three years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required for Consideration):

• Public safety communications experience.
• An undergraduate degree in Public Safety Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar field.

Successful applicants for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• DMV Driving Record Review;
• Criminal Background Investigation, including VCIN fingerprinting and CJIS;
• Personal History Statement*.
• Automatic Disqualifiers for Employment at the HRECC per State Regulations:
• Felony conviction;
• Conviction of Class 1 or 2 misdemeanor, excluding those set forth in Title 46.2 of the Code of Virginia;
• Two or more D.U.I. offenses;
• Crimes characterized as involving moral turpitude (i.e., lying, cheating, or stealing) or gross misconduct (i.e., crimes against a person and crimes involving drugs or other controlled substances); and
• Other relevant criteria to this position.
• Please note that the list above is not all-inclusive and is subject to the State Regulations, as amended. Candidates may review a copy of the Disqualifying Criteria online.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 06/08/2026)

First Review Date: Anticipated To Be No Sooner Than Tuesday, June 30. Please allow a minimum of 10 business days from the first review date to receive a status update.

The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg and HRECC are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the Citys website.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 8th Grade
• Completed 8th Grade
• Attended High School
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Masters Degree
• Graduate study beyond Masters
• Ph.D. or professional degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in radio electronics, radio programming, electrical, or telecommunications work?

• I do not have any experience.
• I have some experience but less than 1 year of experience.
• I have at least 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
• I have at least 3 years but less than 5 years of experience.
• I have 5 or more years of experience.

03

Which of the following drivers license do you possess?

• No Valid Drivers License
• Valid Drivers License
• Valid Commercial Learners Permit
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (Class A or B)

04

Are you available to primarily work dayshift with nights and weekends periodically, as business needs dictate?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you available to participate in on-call or stand-by assignments as needed?

• Yes
• No

06

Which of the following do you currently possess? Please select all that apply.

• Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Training
• VCIN (Virginia Criminal Information Network) Certification
• CPR
• NENA Center Manager Certification Program (CMCP) Certification
• Experience in Public Safety Communications
• None of the Above

Required Question

Employer City of Harrisonburg

Address 409 South Main Street

Third Floor

Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

Phone 540.432.8920

540.432.7796

Website https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment