Audio Visual Specialist

Aims Local College District•Greeley, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. The Audio Visual Specialist is responsible for coordinating and supporting audiovisual presentation, needs, and systems. Duties include on-site audiovisual support before, after, and during live internal and external events; installing, integrating, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining audiovisual equipment and systems; developing and advising on specifications for audiovisual equipment and systems; evaluating audiovisual needs and recommending purchases; and inventory control.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in Audio Engineering, Production, Video Production, Music, Networking Systems, Recording Technology, Theater, or other related field; plus, five (5) years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
A pre-employment post-offer physical evaluation will be required of the selected candidate.
This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.
Flexibility to work early mornings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Intermediate knowledge of audiovisual presentation, recording, lecture capture, and broadcast equipment/systems.
Positive attitude with the ability to communicate and work with a team in stressful situations while meeting exacting deadlines.
Knowledge and experience working with internal and external customers.
Ability to translate complex equipment and system knowledge into simple, easy-to-understand, professional, and engaging documentation.
Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the general public.
Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to accomplish projects independently.
Ability to guide, mentor, and oversee work study students with AV systems and during events or on occasions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering, Production, Video production, Music, Networking Systems, Recording Technology, Theater, or other related field.
Experience with industry-specific manufacturers and equipment, and applicable certifications.
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Experience working with Creston, Dante, and Biamp systems.
Commercial Audio Technician (CAT)
Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
Crestron Certified Technology Architect Commercial (CTA-C)
Crestron Certified Technology Architect Residential (CTA-R)
Certified Audio Engineer (CEA)

Responsibilities

Support scheduled events as requested/required.
Provide/coordinate in-person event support, including microphones, projection, lighting, sound, video conferencing, and media inputs.
Set up, operate, and break down Audiovisual (AV) equipment (projectors, microphones, speakers, video conferencing systems, cameras, mixing boards, displays).
Troubleshoot and resolve AV technical issues in real time during live meetings and events.
Consistently monitor all event space AV systems, including basic operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Educate users on the use of AV equipment and systems as needed.
Proactively assess the needs of audiovisual systems.
Coordinate AV equipment between departments and campuses as needed.
Significant involvement in Aims signature events such as Commencement, Conversation, and Convocation Day.
Coordinate all AV (audio, projection/screens, video, and lighting) technical installations, configurations, maintenance, repairs, and replacements with internal partners and/or outside vendors.
Advise on AV system installations and upgrades.
Establish and maintain equipment inventory, and perform preventive maintenance, service, repair, and replacement.
Gather data/feedback, and collaborate with stakeholders to determine needs and develop ways to improve existing solutions.
Serve as video production crew, as needed.
Stay current with emerging AV technologies and industry trends.
Mentor work study staff on AV operations

Benefits

100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
Voluntary vision insurance
Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
Tuition waiver for dependents
PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
Free parking on all campuses