Top 3 Communications operator Jobs in New Mexico

Broadcast Operator
University of New Mexico —Albuquerque, NM
- $19.00 - $24.77 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Camera Operator/Lighting Grip
Markit/Cappiello Productions —Santa Fe, NM
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Temporary
- Assembly
- Entry level
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Emergency Communications Operator I
Bernalillo County —Albuquerque, NM
- $27.30 - $27.85 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
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Broadcast Operator

University of New Mexico -
Albuquerque, NM

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Job Details

Full-time
$19.00 - $24.77 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Broadcast Operator

Requisition ID

req37004

Working Title

Broadcast Operator

Position Grade

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing the on-air operations for NMPBS, which involves monitoring broadcast program logs and various audio and video equipment to ensure that programs are being properly broadcast. Monitors all VIDEO streams for quality of audio, video, closed captions, and correct aspect RATIO. This position oversees the manipulation of multiple automation play lists and ensures NMPBS is operating within FCC rules and regulations for local Broadcast requirements.

Rigorously consistent and reliable attendance is a requirement of this position.
This position is shift work. Ability to be flexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is necessary.
This position works independently in the performance of most tasks, receiving only general supervision.

Essential Functions:

Configures and manipulates air client play list, including secondary event insertion of Logos.
Monitors and logs the status of all content streams and takes responsibility for quality control.
Set up and monitor distribution of television program material, live linear distribution into Cloud based platforms.
Utilize 3rd party software to set up and monitor distribution of file based content in to Cloud platforms.
Operates, monitors, and logs mountain top transmitters to ensure broadcasting capabilities as required by the FCC.
Sets up tape machines for on-air playback.
Operates and logs Emergency Alert System (EAS) equipment.
Operates master control equipment, including video router interface, broadcast automation.
Transcodes files to the server for playback.
Communicates and coordinates with other departments as needed.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in film, TV and/or video distribution platforms.
Experience with file-based workflow processes.
Familiarity with broadcast automation environments and/or livestreaming environments.
Experience in operations and/or traffic at a broadcast radio or tv facility.
Experience with manipulation of file-based video content, including transcoding software.
Experience in computer programming, networking and/or web design.

Additional Requirements

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

KNME Operations (247A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Term End Date

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $19.00 - $24.77

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

7/6/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please attach resume and cover letter. Please address the preferred qualifications explicitly in the cover letter in order to be considered for this position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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