Audiovisual Systems Architect

MSU Jobs•Starkville, MS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The A/V Systems Architect position operates under the administrative supervision of the Manager of Instructional Media Technology. Key responsibilities include the design, programming, and support of A/V components and control systems within instructional and conference/huddle spaces across an enterprise environment. The role also involves coordinating and planning enterprise-level A/V projects, as well as supporting and integrating digital signage solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field AND five years of work experience in design, implementation, and support of complex audio/visual systems for instructional environments.
Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources Management may be accepted.
Well-developed interpersonal communication skills.
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Ability to plan and organize.
Personal initiative.
Programming experience with PHP, C#, PowerShell, or HTML.
Programming experience with Crestron control systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Crestron based A/V control systems and components.
Experience with structured cabling systems.
Experience with supporting Windows based computers in an enterprise environment.
Experience supporting Ethernet connected devices.
Current certification as a Crestron Certified Programmer.
Current industry recognized audio/visual professional certification.
Experience configuring and supporting complex audio system installations.
Experience configuring and supporting enterprise level conferencing systems.
Experience with network protocol analysis/interpretations.
Demonstrated management of largescale A/V system installation projects.
Experience with supporting digital signage systems in an enterprise environment.
Experience designing and certifying audio installations.
Experience planning and designing enterprise level conferencing system installations.

Responsibilities

Design A/V systems using enterprise components for classroom and conference/huddle spaces.
Develop and maintain custom A/V control systems and user interfaces using Crestron enterprise components.
Assist in support and maintenance of installed A/V components and control systems.
Monitor and evaluate systems for capacity planning and problem resolution and make recommendations to preempt and/or solve problems as indicated.
Assist with the management and support of MSU’s digital signage environment.
Evaluate, test, and recommend new A/V hardware and software.
Manage and coordinate enterprise scale projects as assigned.
Provide technical support to other ITS units and to the MSU community at large.
Meet regularly with other members of ITS to discuss current issues and future plans.
Performs other duties as assigned.