AV Technician

Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legislative Branch in Helena, MT seeks an AV Technician for a short-term assignment during the 70th Legislative Session. The role starts around December 28 and continues through the end of session, with duties including setup, testing, and operation of AV systems for meetings and broadcasts.

Responsibilities cover day-to-day AV operations, coordination with staff, monitoring meetings, and archiving session media.

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience equivalent to a 2-year degree in computer science or a related field

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person day-to-day AV operations support for the Legislative Branch
• Set up and test equipment for recording and broadcast in committee meetings and floor sessions
• Monitor meetings and resolve equipment issues as they arise
• Archive video and audio files from session recordings
• Coordinate with other staff and AV team for successful events

Skills

Customer service

AV equipment operation

Meeting monitoring

Coordination

Education

Two-year degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Laptops

Sound system

Monitors

Projectors

Microphones

Job description

Job Description - AV Technician, 70th Legislative Session- SHORT TERM (26142670)

Position Title:

This is a short term position for the 70 th Legislative Session. This position will start around December 28 th and will continue until the end of session (end of April – first week of May).

DUTIES:

Provide in person day-to-day operations support for the audiovisual (AV) operations of the Legislative Branch. This includes customer service, equipment management and operations, coordination with other legislative session and branch staff, and monitoring meetings. Serve as the designee for set up and management of Audio-Visual equipment for committee meetings and floor sessions. This includes laptops and equipment in the room such as sound system, monitors, projectors, and microphones. A typical legislative workday includes helping staff get all equipment set up and tested for recording and broadcast, assuring all microphones and other equipment is in working order and running as needed. Then monitoring of meeting and assisting with any issues that arise. Other duties include working with the Audio/Video team to archive all video and audio files from the session and other AV support that may arise.

This is a non-partisan position.

Qualifications

Combination of education and experience equivalent to a 2-year degree in computer science or a related field

This position is open until filled but screening begins immediately

The Legislative Branch participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, Link to E-Verify Website [e-verify.gov].

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : Not Applicable

• Number of Openings: 1
• Employee Status: Short Term
• Recurring Schedule: Full-Time
• Job Type: Standard
• Shift: Day Job
• Travel: No
• Primary Location: Helena
• Agency: Legislative Branch
• Union: 000 - None
• Posting Date: Oct 22, 2026, 3:13:26 PM
• Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Ongoing
• Required Application Materials: Resume

Contact Name : Kelly DaSilva | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone]

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
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