The AV Specialist works within the Academic Technology & Innovation team to drive learning innovations through institutional-wide initiatives. This individual will work directly with the campus community to support classroom technology and facilitate AV operations in formal and informal learning spaces. The AV Specialist reports to the Manager of AV Systems and Classroom Support, who is responsible for daily operations and maintenance of approximately 335 instructional technology classrooms. The specialist is responsible for assisting faculty users and local department staff with instructional technology infrastructure. This position provides technical support that ensures the proper operation, maintenance, monitoring, testing and repair of complex networked AV equipment and control systems. The specialist will also be required to load programs on to Crestron control processors, touch panels, routers, audio DSPs (Crestron and others) and Crestron peripherals to support instructional technology classrooms. S/he will also review requirements and help to design classroom AV systems, build/install new classroom AV systems, perform tests and pilot installations of viable technologies. S/he will produce needed documentation.  

Minimum qualifications

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

● Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience relevant to the position (AV, electronics, engineering, electrical systems, etc.).

and

●3 years of experience in directly related fields.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

● Thorough technical knowledge of and experience with analog and digital AV systems including media control systems (preferably Crestron), networked AV, video teleconferencing, etc.
● Must have good computer skills including basic understanding of operating systems (preferably Windows), network connections, video display connections, and mobile devices.
● Basic understanding of AV systems to include the ability to read wiring diagrams and connect equipment based on drawings.
● Basic understanding of AV systems to include AV racks, microphone systems, web conferencing systems, displays, projection systems, cabling, etc.
● Good written and oral communication skills and good interpersonal skills are required.
● Must be able to operate test equipment, machinery and AV equipment; use power tools; work at heights of up to 18 feet using ladders and drive a motor vehicle. May be required to work outside of normally scheduled working hours when needed (i.e. early mornings, late evenings, weekends).
● Valid Driver’s License required.

Preferences

● Crestron programming knowledge and experience.
● AVIXA CTS certification.
● Commitment to customer satisfaction: exceptional skills in collaboration, consultation, communication, customer support, data analysis, and time management.
● High level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, creativity and commitment. Ability to work in a busy environment and on own initiative, be self-motivated and flexible.

Additional information: this position does not provide sponsorship for Visas.

Physical demands:   operate machinery; use power tools (hammer drills, reciprocating saws, etc.); lift heavy loads up to 50 pounds; work at heights using ladders and scaffolding; drive a motor vehicle. Work schedule may include evenings and weekends.  

Best consideration date: 12/05/2019 or open until filled

Please apply at:   https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/74841 [ejobs.umd.edu]  
 
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