Radio Frequency Technologist of the Year Nomination Form

Eligibility:
Nominees in this category must have been employed in the applicable category by a public safety agency or contracted by a public safety agency in the applicable category at any time between September 1, 2022, and August 31, 2023. Nominees do not have to be members of APCO.  Persons submitting a nomination or being nominated must be; a.) Residents of the United States or its Territories OR b.) Residents of an International Chapter (not in a Global Alliance location) of APCO International, as contained in APCO Policy Manual Article XIII, Section 13.1 (Therefore, Canadian nominees would not apply).

Sample job responsibilities and titles for this position are provided on this form as examples to help you determine whether your nominee is eligible for this award category. Specific responsibilities and titles may vary by agency and are not limited to the lists shown here.

Sample Responsibilities:
1. Manages the installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
2. Maintains knowledge of 800 Mhz,900 MHz, and P25 radio communications systems and equipment
3. Possesses experience in UHF/VHF radios, repeaters, digital/analog microwaves, and an extensive network of mobile radios.
4. Demonstrates ability to work with many different user agencies.
5. Prepares and maintains various records of maintenance and operation as required by the FCC, including the renewal of FCC licensing.
6. Installs and oversees the installation of radio site ground, antenna systems, security systems, carrier equipment (T1, DS3), emergency power generators, fuel systems, towers, transmission lines, and site alarm status reporting equipment.
7. Maintains current experience in state-of-the-art electronic equipment repair, including bench repair and radio transmitting and receiving equipment.
8. Plans for infrastructure additions, site expansions, and improvements as necessary to ensure coverage and systems reliability.
9. Develops and presents written and oral recommendations, budgets, and schedules for upgrading existing systems.

Sample Job Titles:
Director Public Safety Communications, Electronics Communications Technician, Telecommunications Engineer, Communications Technician, Senior Communications Technician, Radio Lead Technician, Radio Technician, Technical Systems Administrator, etc.

Completing this form:
• Be sure to include information for all requested sections.  
• Include specific facts or examples wherever possible to back up your comments.

Submitting your nomination:
All nominations must be received by September 1, 2023. If you have questions, please contact Kelley -Cunningham at 517-543-4924 at kcunningham@eatoncounty.org.