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National Radio Astronomy Observatory Title: VLA Operations Specialist I-II Location: Old Hwy 60, New Mexico, USA Requisition Number: 167 Job Family: Operations Specialist Pay Type: Hourly Required Education: NET Position Description: Position Summary The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) is an exciting and prestigious research facility that plays a vital role in the study of the universe. The Observatory operates a variety of radio telescopes that span the globe, including the famous Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico, the Green Bank Telescope in West Virginia, and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) in Chile. These telescopes are among the most advanced in the world, allowing astronomers to explore the universe in unprecedented detail. The NRAO is seeking an Operations Specialist to join our Operations team at the Very Large Array (VLA) in New Mexico. The Operations Specialist provides skilled technical assistance, under limited supervision, in the execution of astronomical observing programs, basic analysis and archiving of data. The Operations Specialist operates an array of 27 telescopes as one system ensuring the acquisition of data from the instrument delivers a high level of data quality while ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment. Candidates with preferred experience and education will be considered for a higher-level Operation Specialist ranking; duties and responsibilities increase with each level. This is a "Safety Sensitive" position as described in the Position Requirements below. The position is based at the VLA, 50 miles west of Socorro, NM. Socorro is a small, historical town in the Rio Grande Valley, 75 miles south of Albuquerque What You Will be Doing: The essential responsibilities of an Operations Specialist include: Operating and monitoring telescopes and supporting equipment; Cross training to operate the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA); Troubleshooting and taking corrective action when errors and faults occur; Communicating with personnel working on the array and tracking activity, notifying personnel of dangerous weather conditions, monitoring fire alarm systems and responding to emergencies; Initiating telescope control and preparing the antenna, receivers, clocks, recording systems, and other hardware/software for operation; Receiving observing instructions from on-site or remote observers and executing observing programs including, but not limited to, processing incoming observe files, verifying against published schedules, annotating files on the observation schedule, executing observing programs, and sending pointing results to observers; Aiding and accommodating requests from, observers, scientific staff, engineers, and technicians in regards to basic commands for telescope controls and data analyses; Monitoring readings and alerts on multiple computer screens to detect unsafe equipment conditions and ensuring all systems are configured correctly and operating normally; Monitoring fringe amplitude readings and data flagging codes to check data quality; Performing system tests to measure values used to finely tune each antenna. Verifying antenna functionality and receiver performance and updating system parameters, following antenna moves or a major hardware upgrade, in consultation with a system expert; Taking prescribed actions to protect telescope equipment; Making necessary personnel call-outs when equipment safety is compromised and/or when major problems occur; Maintaining an accurate observing log of failures, abnormal conditions, significant events, equipment status changes, procedural changes, or special instructions from observers or staff; Writing detailed maintenance reports for hardware and software problems; Documenting operational procedures and assisting with their upkeep; Collecting meteorological data for the National Weather Service; Driving daily shuttles to/from the VLA and the NRAO facility in Socorro; Proactive compliance with all NRAO policies and procedures is required; Other duties may be assigned. Additional responsibilities of an Operations Specialist II include: Providing advanced troubleshooting support and corrective actions when errors and faults occur; Performing ongoing analysis of operator's tools and methods, and documenting improvements; Developing procedures and documentation for new equipment based on technical information supplied by engineers or supervisors; Writing technical reports to describe operating characteristics, abnormal conditions, and functional limitations; Providing input/feedback on related and proposed hardware/software developments/issues and assisting in troubleshooting any detected problems; Training new operators; Assisting scientists in basic data analysis; Work Environment The Operations Specialist will work as part of a team that supports a 24 hour / 7-day rotating shift pattern consisting of day, evening and night shifts. A typical workweek is 4/10hr days with days off between shift changes. The work is indoors at a console with multiple computer terminals. Operators must be available for emergency call out and may be required to work overtime to cover vacant shifts or in emergencies until relieved. The employee will work at high altitudes and self-drive an Observatory vehicle to the VLA site. The Operator may be required to drive at night and possibly in adverse weather conditions. Who You Are: You have an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school in math, physics, science or a related technical field. While not required, you may have a bachelor's degree in a related field and three or more years of experience in operating an industrial-sized astronomical telescope is preferred. Competency Summary Must be able to follow procedures and policies. Be able to handle emergencies calmly. Able to express yourself clearly both verbally and in writing, be attentive to detail, and able to work well with others, sometimes in stressful situations. Must be able to operate a computer using process control software applications, and able to use a Windows computer and word processing and spreadsheet software. Must have experience with a LINUX/UNIX operating environment. Must have demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as schematics, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Attention to detail is critical Highly organized and able to multitask Excellent communication skills Additional Requirement The Operations Specialist is required to hold and maintain a valid NM Driver's License. Observatory employees must be authorized to work in the United States. Physical Requirements The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to hear instructions and warnings. All Operators must be available for emergency call out and may be required to work extended shifts of up to 14 hours, when needed. Hearing acuity is required in order to perform work safely with instructions being given over radios and to respond to system alarms; visual acuity is required to read and understand written/graphic/data material on a computer screen and determine colors displayed on a computer monitor Safety Sensitive The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment/pre-placement drug screen. Failure to pass the screen will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration for a period of six months from the date of the results. Total Rewards: Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees' overall well-being and career growth. Compensation AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. The NRAO strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include; education, experience, skills, competencies, other qualifications of the successful candidate, as well as internal equity and labor market conditions. Benefits: AUI's benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical . click apply for full job details

Do you have a deep desire to serve and protect the citizens of Greenville? Then we invite you to join our team of first responders! You will play a critical role in answering emergency and non-emergency calls, monitoring alarms and video surveillance, and relaying important information to our public safety personnel. Your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of those you serve. Take the first step towards an exciting and rewarding career in public safety. Join us today! FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Receives routine and emergency calls and personal requests for assistance concerning criminal offenses, civil processes, and other matters involving public safety. Enters calls for service into a computer-aided dispatch computer. Operates two-way radio to maintain contact with police cars and other law enforcement units. Dispatches Police, Animal Protective Services, and monitors Fire/Rescue Officers. Maintains current location of officers to assure their safety. Monitors National Weather Service reports and N.C. State Highway Patrol. Dispatches personnel to answer requests for assistance. Maintains radio contact with Pitt County Sheriff's Department, East Carolina University, ECU Health Police, Pitt County Fire Control, Greenville Fire/Rescue, and the City's Recreation and Parks, Public Works, and Engineering departments. Receives calls on alarms from monitoring stations of business alarms within the City. Provides information concerning locations of neighborhoods, businesses, roads, and streets. Operates computer terminal connected to the Division of Criminal Information and National Crime Information Center to obtain necessary information. Maintains various communications logs and telephone requests for service. Monitors traffic cameras located throughout the City. Monitors City Hall and Greenville Police Department's building security system to include monitors located in the parking lots of both buildings. Answers and fills out tip sheets from Crime Stoppers calls. Maintains daily duty work log containing necessary operating information. Operates personal computer and computer terminals as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED, supplemented with some training in the use of communications equipment; and Six months to one year of experience in dispatching, conducting radio communications, providing customer service to the general public, or in a related field; Emergency communications experience preferred. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of: the City streets, location of neighborhoods, and general layout of the City. Good working knowledge of: the operation of a two-way radio communications system and related Federal Communications Commission regulations. Ability to: receive and understand auditory information from citizens and other public safety entities requesting public safety services or assistance as well as to provide telephone support; accurately transmit radio communications; assess people and situations and use sound judgment in decision-making; elicit information from distressed or confused persons necessary for the proper dispatch of police or emergency vehicles; speak clearly, distinctly, and politely; remain calm and effective under heavy workloads and in emergencies; operate assigned equipment and type accurately at an average rate of speed; make sound, independent judgments with respect to the police's responsibility to respond based on the Police Department's operations manual; learn radio communications code signals and information contained in the Police Department's operations manual; obtain Division Criminal Information (DCI) operator certification after hire within a timeframe established by the supervisor; deal courteously and tactfully with the public; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Must have the ability to type clearly at a rate of at least 35 words per minute. Must be willing and able to work rotating 12-hour day or night shifts or permanent 12-hour day or night shifts. Rotating shifts to include 2 weekends per month. This position is required to be staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including holidays. You may be required to be on duty for an extended period of time during catastrophic, weather, or unplanned large-scale events. Eligible candidates must submit to an interview process, job simulation testing, background checks, psychological exam, polygraph exam, medical exam, and drug screen. Must obtain Telecommunicator Certification through the North Carolina Sheriff's Education and Training Standards Division. Note: The selection process typically takes 1-3 months but can vary depending on circumstances . Candidates who do not successfully complete the selection process are eligible to reapply for other City job vacancies. Compensation details: 41454.4 Yearly Salary PIdf25c1fe5d74-7994

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges. JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES Perform operations on assigned Joint Data Network (JDN) / Link-16 equipment. Perform a variety of assignments involving technology applications involved in the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of complex electronic/mechanical equipment and systems. Supports functions as a network manager for locally operated networks and modify and operate equipment associated with Link-16 as required. Provides the correct information required to operate in the network (as extracted from the appropriate Operational Tasking Data Links (OPTASK LINK) message) directly to own-unit platforms and to other participants. Extracts data from an OPTASK LINK message, as defined in Mil-STD 6040, U.S. Message Text Formatting Program and to provide platforms with data essential to operate Tactical Data Links (TDL). Align track number blocks with procedures as indicated in the appropriate TDL section of the OPTASK LINK. Acts as a Multi-TDL expert and interfaces between wing TDL participants and other elements of the TDL operational infrastructure. Interfaces between own unit platforms and the exercise/host manager when wing assets are either participating in an exercise or deploying to participate in TDL operations managed by another unit. Coordinates unit TDL equipment requirements and the networks to meet local unit requirements, to include interfacing between the wing and higher level agencies. Knowledge of and follow procedures mandated in CJCSM 6120.01, Joint Multi-Tactical Data Link Operating Procedures when operating TDL's. Maintain a TDL reference library. The employee shall obtain network descriptions for all networks, to include joint and allied networks, and maintain them in a local TDL network library for use by operations personnel. Determines requirements for networks and identifies them to the appropriate agency tasked with providing network support. Manages training requirements applicable to local and subordinate unit link operators. Perform other related duties and assignments as directed. REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE Associates Degree in a technical discipline or formal academic/vocational/military training with a minimum of 7 years of experience in the specialty field are required for this position. Minimum of two years of experience with Link-16 equipment. Completion of JT-101, Introduction to Joint Multi-TDL Network Operations, is required or must be completed upon hire. Completion of JT-102, Multi-TDL Advanced Joint Interoperability Course, is preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Network+/Security+ Certification as required. The incumbent must possess broad knowledge of Link-16 operations. This position requires knowledge on the Joint Range Extension (JRE) Client Software, Battlefield Command and Control Center - Theater (BC3-T), Air Defense Systems Integrator, Amalgamated Remote Management System (ARMS), and various other types of associated Link-16 equipment and software. Excellent communications and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs. The position may require the ability to investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational hardware and software. BENEFITS Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Benefits Active on Day 1 Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts/FSA's Disability Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution 100% Immediate Vesting Tuition Reimbursement OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job. WORKING CONDITIONS This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. Routine travel to remote Company work locations may be required. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified. Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment. SCC: JENG17; A2NTTR

Come be part of our Rooms team as the Phone Operator at the Hyatt Regency DFW located across from Terminal C of the DFW Airport. The Hyatt Regency DFW features 811 guestrooms and 92,000 square feet of function space. Not sure where were located? Click HERE What are you responsible for? This highly visible role gives opportunity for casual conversation and has a direct impact on creating the guest experience. As a phone operator, you will be responsible for guaranteeing the smooth operation and handling of all telephone communication, providing quick, well organized, polite telephone services to guests and hotel staff. Phone operators are responsible for answering external and internal calls to and from the hotel. The phone operator directs guests to shuttle pick up locations and receives and dispatches guest requests. The phone operator is responsible for dispatching emergency services as needed in coordination with Airport resources. Let's talk about your schedule. We are seeking a Full Time Phone Operator with flexible availability. Shift duration is 8hrs ranging from 1pm to 2am. Must be available weekends. How do you know if this job is for you? Must have Flexible availability working any day from 7am to 12am, including, weekends and holidays. Previous Phone operator experience Required Computer knowledge and experience required. Must have the ability to work alone, with others, and remain at workstation for entirety of shift. Must have customer service experience with excellent written and especially verbal communication skills. Skilled in active listening and able to provide clear concise directions Must be able to sit for extended periods of time. Care connects us. Benefits & Perks: As a colleague, we have you covered with awesome benefits and perks. Medical, Dental, Vision benefits offered at 30 days of employment Complimentary on-site hotel covered parking Complimentary colleague meal during shift 401k options and company match Discounted and complimentary hotel accommodations anywhere in the world Paid Holidays, Sick Time & Vacation Personal Development Reimbursement fund And so much more! "All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status."