IT Technical Specialist V - Manager of Audio/Visual Solutions - 508915

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Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Information Systems/Technology Support, Engineering/Computer Science

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Based on Qualifications

Department/Organization: 200722 – Center for Instructional Technology

Normal Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm

Job Summary: The IT Technical Specialist V performs advanced IT activities for specialized, complex and/or functional areas requiring the expert knowledge and professional application of IT principles, practices and techniques in accordance with industry standards and university policy. Requires a great amount of evaluation, originality or ingenuity. May be responsible for training, assisting or supervising lower level IT personnel and other staff. May lead projects and cross-functional activities.

Additional Department Summary: Provides direction to the CIT-Audio/Visual Solutions Department and ensures a high level of Audio Visual support to campus. Manages the design, installation and maintenance of audio visual systems, digital signage systems, computer interface systems and emergency annunciation systems as needed by the University. Manages the scheduling of events, and scheduling of construction and installations. Manages record keeping and billing of equipment purchases, inventory management, equipment repairs and supplies for daily operations. Works with departments on campus to develop and supply their special needs in the area of audio visual systems, digital signage systems, emergency annunciation systems and computer interface systems. Prepares bid documents for audio visual systems, digital signage systems, emergency annunciation systems and computer interface systems.

Required Department Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma and ten (10) years of audiovisual experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and six (6) years of audiovisual experience; OR Master’s degree and four (4) years of audiovisual experience. Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report as determined by the insurance carrier.

Preferred Qualifications: Prefers CTS-D (Certified Technology Specialist - D) certification thru InfoComm certification program or documented progress in the certification process. Three (3) years progressively responsible management experience and three (3) years working in a Higher Education environment.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster

Advertised: 13 May 2019 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 May 2019 Central Daylight Time

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