AV Systems Specialist

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Job Title:
AV Systems Specialist

Department:
Engineering Engineering Technology Services

Reporting to the Director of Learning Technologies within Engineering Technology Services (ETS), the AV Systems Specialist is primarily responsible for the planning and support of Audio Visual (A/V) technologies with regards to classrooms, conference rooms and digital signage. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Coordination among faculty, students, and IT staff to meet the College’s AV needs; troubleshooting and implementing innovative solutions to technology-related problems; assuring smooth and reliable operation of all aspects of A/V technology for the College; develop documentation and guides for the various technologies; interfacing with vendors; and serving as the ETS representative on the College’s computing-related committees. In collaboration with the Director of Learning Technologies, the AV Systems Specialist will develop systems and procedures for cataloguing and continuous maintenance of all classroom equipment to ensure regular and successful classroom technology usage. In addition, this position may be expected to supervise student workers to meet the A/V needs across all the College’s facilities for academic and special event purposes. This position requires a team-player with the ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders including, students, faculty, staff, vendors, University administrators, and the public. While the majority ofwork will be completed during the core work day, this position may require occasional weekends and evenings.

Additional Information:

Qualifications:

Minimum Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent educ/exp
Major: computer & information science or equivalent educ/exp

Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Information & Computer Science or a related field of study or equivalent combination of education and experience; 3-5 years
professional experience in audio/visual related position or media events. At least one-year’s directly related experience in an academic institution.
Working knowledge of Crestron products. Demonstrated knowledge of
video/web conferencing systems (H.323 and software-based systems such as Zoom, Teams, WebEx, Adobe Connect, Go to Meeting) and technical proficiency in computing and networking technologies (Windows and Apple OSX) Knowledge of communication and collaboration tools, such as video conferencing, desktop sharing, web conferencing, team collaboration, etc. Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting audio-visual systems. Demonstrated experience in training end users on AV tech through various measures.

Desired Qualifications:
Six or more years of related professional experience and involvement in the maintenance and support of audiovisual systems. Experience in leading audio-visual projects and support staff. Demonstrated ability to work through complex problems, both technical and business, to address a challenge and reach a solution. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with the university
departments and constituents, its partners and peers, as well as outside industry to accomplish the organization’s mission. Knowledge of budget preparation and reporting. Crestron Technical Institute certification.

The Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $58,100
to $77,400″

Location:
Knowlton Hall (0017)

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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