AV Design & Engineering Project Specialist

UMBC; Baltimore (MD); Ibrido; USD 66.000 - 74.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

UMBC is seeking an AV Design & Engineering Project Specialist to lead in-house classroom and meeting space upgrades. The role oversees installation work, designs AV solutions, mentors student technicians, and helps manage projects from analysis to scheduling.

The position supports a hybrid telework schedule and is based on UMBC campus. A bachelor’s degree in AV technology or related fields is required, with 2+ years in AV installation and leadership experience.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in AV technology, information systems, educational technology, communications, engineering, or related field.
• Two years of experience in AV technology installation and support in an educational environment.
• Two years of experience in the use of hand and power tools in a commercial setting.
• One year of experience in leading student teams.
• One year of experience in advanced AV troubleshooting.

Mansioni

• Serve as primary installation technician and site foreman for all DoIT-led AV installations per standards.
• Assist in configuration and programming of AV systems.
• Coordinate with campus partners for upgrading campus spaces.
• Supervise, mentor, and train Design & Installation student employees and full-time staff.
• Serve as Project Manager and Designer on select AV upgrades, including needs analysis, design, cost estimates and scheduling.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and respond to Tier 2/3 requests.

Conoscenze

AV installation

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Tool usage

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in AV technology or related field

Strumenti

Extron

Cisco

Shure

Epson

Descrizione del lavoro

Job no: 495363

Work type: Staff Full-time

Location: UMBC Campus

Categories: Information Technology/IT

Department:

The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has approximately 85 full-time staff members and 100 undergraduate or graduate students who work each day to support the mission of UMBC through the delivery of IT services to the campus. DoIT provides robust, secure IT environments that enable solutions for advancing the UMBC community. We do this through a staff of technology professionals who are connected both nationally and to UMBC. Learn more about the Division of Information Technology on our website.

Position Overview:

The AV Design & Engineering Project Specialist will serve a vital role in the upgrade and upkeep of classrooms and meetings spaces on UMBC's campus. This position will serve as the primary installation technician and site foreman for in-house audio/visual projects ensuring the proper and safe installation of equipment. The Specialist will also assist in the training, supervision, and mentorship of AV Installation Student Technicians to ensure a safe working environment on job sites. Furthermore the Specialist will assist in the project management and design of select projects including classrooms, meeting spaces, and digital signage. The work this role accomplishes will directly impact the quality and efficiency of educational experiences for both instructors and students alike as DoIT continues to improve the Audio/Visual technology on campus.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $ 66,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary installation technician and site foreman for all DoIT-lead audio/visual installations in accordance with UMBC and industry standards and best practices
• Assist in the configuration and programming of audio/visual systems
• Coordinate with campus partners including Facilities Management and other DoIT groups in the upgrade of campus spaces

Student Training and Mentorship:

• Assist in the supervision, mentorship, and training of Design & Installation student employees in the proper and safe installation of audio/visual systems
• Assist in the training of other full-time AV staff members in the installation, upkeep, and repair of AV systems

Project Management/Design:

• Serve as Project Manager and Designer on select audio/visual upgrades including completing needs analysis with clients, creating AV upgrade designs, generating cost estimates, and scheduling installation.

General Support:

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs of classroom and meeting room AV systems
• Respond to Tier 2 and Tier 3 customer service requests of AV systems

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in AV technology, information systems, educational technology, communications, engineering, or related field.

Experience Requirements:

• Two years of experience in AV technology installation and support in an educational environment
• Two years of experience in the use of hand and power tools in a commercial setting
• One year of experience in leading student teams
• One year of experience in advanced AV troubleshooting

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs
• Ability to work on ladders
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as equipment racks and closets
• Ability to properly and safely use hand and power tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience Preferred:

• Experience installing and configuring Extron, Cisco, Shure, and Epson AV equipment

Contingent II positions may include some benefits .

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.

Salary:

Salary: $66,000-74,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours:

Hours: Full-time

Type:

Type: Contractual

Additional Information:

Additional Information: Please note that this is a full-time contractual staff position. The contract term will be for a one-year period, with the option to renew.

FLSA Status:

FLSA Status: Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Afficiative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization

Work Authorization As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.