Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Lead Audio Visual Specialist Department Learning and Technology Resources- Posting Number 03229P Location Woodbridge, VA: 22191 Full or Part Time Full Time Position End Date (if temporary) Required Travel Relocation Covered Salary Range $45,000.00 - 55,000.00 Position Summary Information

Basic Function

Under minimal supervision, the Lead Audio\Visual Technician provides for the professional installation and troubleshooting of audio and video equipment and control systems. Set up, install, program and maintain all hardware and software for computers and A/V Equipment on\off Campus. Responsible for setup, Installation and termination of various types of signaling cable, configuration, operation and troubleshooting support of all A/V Equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Job Duties Include:

Lead and direct AV and IT team members and Contractors- give direction to technicians for successful audio/visual system deployment on-site and off-site A/V installations.

Installation and termination of various types of signaling cable.

Mounting displays, projectors, speakers and cameras. Mounting and cabling equipment in racks.

Provides effective and responsive Audio Visual technical and classroom technology equipment support.

Works with faculty to train them in the usage of equipment and meet their technology needs in the classroom.

Liaison for communication between IT and Contractors. Conduct site surveys before all A/V Installations with contractors to determine A/V and networking requirements.

Design, plan and test system integration on campus network.

Load Configuration/GUI files for control systems & touch panels and repair all computer and A/V hardware and software.

Configuration of video conferencing equipment, control systems, and audio processors.

Conduct regular maintenance of hardware and software and instructional equipment such as computer carts, Smart Boards, LCD TV’s, Interactive TV’s, DVD devices, Sympodiums, Decoders, Amplifiers, Scalers, Extron/Crestron, NEC/Epson/Christie projectors, Video Conferencing Equipment such as Skype, WebEx and CISCO/Tandberg, etc. of the Woodbridge Campus Information Technology infrastructure as well as classrooms and offices at off campus locations including Quantico Marine Base and Ft. Belvoir.

Oversee day to day work and Delegate day to day task to A/V Technicians.

Train A/V Technicians on all equipment including setting up and preparing for events held in campus buildings.

Maintain all A/V inventory for all campus buildings and off campus locations.

Work with Campus Staff and Outside customers on requests for event setup of computer, cable and wiring, software installations and projection and control systems.

Troubleshoot campus iPads, iMacs and Windows computers as wells as various computing technologies like switches, routers, control panels and networks.

Extensive use of Microsoft products, email software, helpdesk software,

Work with teaching faculty to train them on classroom equipment and address their instructional technology needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in IT or related field OR equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
• Several years of applicable work experience in the audio & video industry
• Valid Drivers license.
• Flexibility to work daytime, evening and weekend hours.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in IT or related field
• CTS, CTS-I or CTS-D Certification
• Experience with Extron systems
• Knowledge and familiarity of Cisco, Tandberg, Webex or similar video conferencing equipment
• Experience in higher education A/V support

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to install, modify, troubleshoot and repair computer software and hardware. Extensive knowledge of troubleshooting and repair of Windows PCs, printers, cabling and network.

Knowledge of inventory systems to assist with campus and off-site A/V inventory.

Demonstrated ability to perform site surveys before a/v installations to determine A/V and networking requirements. Ability to design, run wiring and cables for installations, modify, and repair various types of classroom technology software and hardware, including projector hardware and software to include: Decoders, Amplifiers, Scalers, Extron/Crestron, NEC/Epson/Christie projectors, create and terminate patch cables, ability to interpret wiring diagrams, research and suggest emerging AV equipment trends as needed. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems with various classroom technologies. Understanding of how AV equipment interfaces with computer technology. The ability to demonstrate and instruct users in the use of hardware and software. A demonstrated knowledge of projectors, SmartBoards, Interactive TV’s, Sympodiums, and video and web conferencing equipment such as Skype, Web/Ex, and CISCO/Tanberg.

Ability to effectively communicate with various vendors as well as support and supervise on-site and off-site installations. An ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel. Ability to work as a team member – demonstrates ability to work together with co-workers and share knowledge, ideas and/or resolutions of problems among members.

Project Management Experience. Ability to lift 50lbs and climb ladders. Global Viewer, Room Viewer or similar control software. Ability to follow directions and pay close attention to detail. Ability to supervise others and delegate task as needed.
• Ability to read and decipher architectural plans and schematic line drawings
• Computer proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Professional attitude and demeanor
• Willingness and desire to learn
Flexibility of scheduling to work evening and weekends.
Ability to travel to different work locations.

Operation of a State Vehicle Occasional Posting Detail Information

Open Date 05/20/2019 Close Date 06/03/2019 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Please upload a copy of your Driver’s License in the other documents field as part of your application.

Background Check Statement

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background
investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of
education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS and NOVA such as
I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s
Statement of Economic Interest.

Additional Information Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you at least have an associate's degree in Information Technology, computer science or related field? OR a combination of education, training, and experience in the audio visual industry?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please select from the following, your years of experience in the audio & Visual Industry.
   • less than one year
   • 1-3 years
   • 4-6
   • 8+ years
3. * Do you have a valid driver's license and a good driving record?
   • yes
   • no
4. * Are you flexible to work daytime, evenings and weekends or occasionally travel to other NVCC Worksites?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * What experience do you have installing and configuring Audio Visual control systems such as Extron, Crestron and AMX touch panels, controllers and switches?

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Other Document

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application