Audio Visual Specialist

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For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720.

Minimum Hiring Annual Salary:

$52,612.00

Maximum Hiring Annual Salary:

$56,821.00

To attain the maximum annual salary, employee must meet all minimum qualifications plus:

• 5 (five) years of additional applicable work experience and/or degrees higher than minimum qualification degree. Degrees higher than the minimum qualification degree can be used in combination with additional work experience.
• A combination of related education, on-the-job work experience, certifications and/or licenses that results in a candidate successfully meeting the minimum qualifications of the position, may be considered.

The stated salary amounts are not guaranteed in the event employment ends with Aims during any fiscal year.

Included with Aims Full-time Employment is a generous package of Benefits, most are listed below:

• Benefits are effective immediately
• 100% employer provided medical & dental coverage employees (employee only option)
• 85% employer provided medical & dental coverage for employee's spouse and/or family
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Staff Annual Leave (minimum accrual of 15 days) & Sick (minimum accrual of 12 days)
• 17 paid holidays and 3 personal days each year
• Summer schedule: 4-day work week - Fridays Off
• Employer paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums
• Tuition waiver & reimbursement for employees
• Tuition waiver for dependents
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Free parking on all campuses

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The Audio Visual Specialist is responsible for coordinating and supporting audiovisual presentation, needs, and systems. Duties include on-site audiovisual support before, after, and during live internal and external events; installing, integrating, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining audiovisual equipment and systems; developing and advising on specifications for audiovisual equipment and systems; evaluating audiovisual needs and recommending purchases; and inventory control.

Audio Visual Support: 50%

• Support scheduled events as requested/required.
• Provide/coordinate in-person event support, including microphones, projection, lighting, sound, video conferencing, and media inputs.
• Set up, operate, and break down Audiovisual (AV) equipment (projectors, microphones, speakers, video conferencing systems, cameras, mixing boards, displays).
• Troubleshoot and resolve AV technical issues in real time during live meetings and events.
• Consistently monitor all event space AV systems, including basic operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Educate users on the use of AV equipment and systems as needed.
• Proactively assess the needs of audiovisual systems.
• Coordinate AV equipment between departments and campuses as needed.
• Significant involvement in Aims signature events such as Commencement, Conversation, and Convocation Day.

Operate & Maintain Audiovisual Equipment: 45%

• Coordinate all AV (audio, projection/screens, video, and lighting) technical installations, configurations, maintenance, repairs, and replacements with internal partners and/or outside vendors.
• Advise on AV system installations and upgrades.
• Establish and maintain equipment inventory, and perform preventive maintenance, service, repair, and replacement.
• Gather data/feedback, and collaborate with stakeholders to determine needs and develop ways to improve existing solutions.
• Serve as video production crew, as needed.
• Stay current with emerging AV technologies and industry trends.
• Mentor work study staff on AV operations

Other Duties as Assigned: 5%

Minimum Qualification:

• Associate's Degree in Audio Engineering, Production, Video Production, Music, Networking Systems, Recording Technology, Theater, or other related field; plus, five (5) years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• A pre-employment post-offer physical evaluation will be required of the selected candidate.
• This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel. The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Intermediate knowledge of audiovisual presentation, recording, lecture capture, and broadcast equipment/systems.
• Positive attitude with the ability to communicate and work with a team in stressful situations while meeting exacting deadlines.
• Knowledge and experience working with internal and external customers.
• Ability to translate complex equipment and system knowledge into simple, easy-to-understand, professional, and engaging documentation.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the general public.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to accomplish projects independently.
• Ability to guide, mentor, and oversee work study students with AV systems and during events or on occasions.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering, Production, Video production, Music, Networking Systems, Recording Technology, Theater, or other related field.
• Experience with industry-specific manufacturers and equipment, and applicable certifications.
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Experience working with Creston, Dante, and Biamp systems.
• Following Certificates:
• Commercial Audio Technician (CAT)
• Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
• Crestron Certified Technology Architect Commercial (CTA-C)
• Crestron Certified Technology Architect Residential (CTA-R)
• Certified Audio Engineer (CEA)

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have performed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Additional Job Description" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered. Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, you may redact information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection:

To be considered, please provide a thorough and complete application. Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than nine (9) months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.