Supervisor of Technology

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

KARE, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking a skilled, hands‑on technical leader to oversee daily technology operations, manage the engineering team, and ensure the reliability, security, and innovation of our broadcast, production, and IT systems. This role blends strategic planning, project management, and direct technical support in a 24/7/365 environment.

• Lead daily operations of the Technology & Operations department.
• Supervise, mentor, and schedule engineers and IT.
• Maintain and upgrade broadcast infrastructure, including studios, control rooms, transmitter sites, and remote facilities.
• Maintain and upgrade IT infrastructure, including servers, storage, workstations, and network systems.
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of broadcast and IT systems to minimize downtime.
• Manage the technical support ticket system and ensure accurate documentation.
• Monitor and maintain technical facilities infrastructure such as HVAC, UPS, and backup power systems.
• Design and integrate broadcast and IT systems, including routers, newsroom systems, automation, weather, and digital asset management.
• Plan and execute local, capital, and corporate technology projects.
• Ensure compliance with FCC, IT security, and OSHA requirements.
• Lead business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Engineering, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in broadcast operations/technology, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Hands‑on expertise with broadcast systems, networking, servers, and desktop support.
• Experience with system design, integration, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of satellite, microwave, and IP news gathering technologies (preferred).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems under pressure.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

$80,000-$95,000 USD

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part‑time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k).

Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion,…