Technology Support Specialist
- Employer
- Towson University
- Location
- Towson, MD
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Clerical & Administrative Support
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent and three years of experience with the types of hardware and software to be supported, two years of which included user support, user training, and/or programming. Familiarity with Crestron or Extron control systems. Ability to learn software/Crestron Control System programming. A thorough understanding of the principles of Audio/Video/Control system design and repair is required, preferably in a higher education setting. Must be capable of solving complex audiovisual challenges with minimal assistance and provide prompt solutions and workarounds for sensitive or critical engineering issues. Ability to program (or learn to program) Audio DSP systems including BSS, Bi-Amp, Q-Sys, Polycom, and more. Understanding operation and programming of Crestron control system programs and touch panel layouts is a plus. Experience with audio and video conferencing systems and adjusting common audio equipment and video display systems. The position requires the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing in stressful situations. Must have proficient use of personal computers including, PC, Mac and tablets; and programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Excellent communication skills, especially writing end-user documentation, instructions, and procedures. Ability to work productively and exert tactful, collegial influence at levels ranging from Vice Presidents to IT coordinators working in colleges and departments. Ability to manage a large number of tasks, prioritize, and see them through to closure. Highly attentive to detail. Experienced with organizing, building or using task, time, or issue tracking systems to assist with time and project management.
Preferred:Experience in a higher education environment, Microsoft Windows Hardware Certification, Crestron control system programming experience, and/or the ability to learn new software and programming techniques are also preferred. Additional certifications are desired but not required.
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
A Criminal Background Investigation is required for the hired candidate and the results may impact employment.
Organization: Academic Affairs Division
Primary Location: Main Campus
Job Posting: Sep 20, 2019
Organization
Towson University (TU; www.towson.edu) was founded in 1866, is recognized by U. S. News and World Reports as one of the top public universities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, and is Baltimore’s largest comprehensive university, and the largest public, comprehensive institution in the University of Maryland System. TU enrolls over 18,000 undergraduates and nearly 4,000 graduate students across six academic colleges (business, education, fine arts, health professions, liberal arts, science & mathematics), has over 865 full-time faculty, and offers more than 65 bachelor’s, 45 master’s, and 5 doctoral programs. Towson University offers many cultural, educational and athletics programs and events that are open to the public ranging from concerts and lecturers to Division I college sports.
Our centrally located campus sits on 330 rolling green acres and is 10 miles north of Baltimore, 45 miles north of Washington D.C., and 95 miles south of Philadelphia. The town of Towson, MD. has a population of approximately 52,000, with tree-lined streets, shops, restaurants, movies, bookstores, a county library branch, live music venues, and is in walking distance of the TU campus. Towson was established in 1750 and is the seat of Baltimore County government.
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