ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Instructional Technology AV Specialist
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary:
This position reports to the Associate Director of Telecommunications and Instructional Technology and is responsible for integrating, programming, and administration of audio-visual (AV) systems in campus classrooms, conference rooms, meeting rooms, and event venues.The position is also responsible for assisting faculty and staff with training and support in the use of AV systems and for developing maintenance schedules for classroom systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Design, install, configure, update, and support classroom and meeting room AV systems and equipment. Responsibilities include installing, configuring, and programming AV control systems, video matrix switches, video projection and display systems, audio digital-signal-processors, and audio systems to include public address systems.
This position will be required to work outside of normal business hours occasionally to provide technical support or system integration for classrooms and event systems.
This position must have good communication and troubleshooting skills.
Provide AV system training and support for faculty and staff, including the creation of tutorials and end user documentation. The ability to support faculty and staff in visible education settings and in real-time problem solving situations.
Maintain classroom, meeting room, and event venue AV systems and equipment including Crestron, Extron, Bi-Amp, Panasonic, Sharp-NEC, Shure, Legrand, Crown Audio, and other manufacturers.Responsibilities include developing procedures and processes to proactively maintain complex classroom AV and control systems, including documenting those procedures and completing work in a functional and timely manner.
Analyze installed AV equipment and control systems for ease of operation and effectiveness and make recommendations for upgrading or replacing systems and equipment with sustainability cycles.
Maintain an inventory of smart classroom equipment and prepare replacement schedules and budgets. Help ensure an adequate supply of emergent replacement equipment is maintained.
Maintain the University's installation of Crestron Fusion for monitoring and managing classroom AV equipment and for integrating Crestron room scheduling panels with the campus room scheduling platform.
Assist the Information Technology Department and campus with the design, review, and implementation of new instructional technology systems in classrooms, meeting rooms, and learning environments.
Coordinate AV system upgrades and changes with academic department heads, faculty, and staff to limit service interruptions and minimize downtime.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
•Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.
•One year of related experience in AV integration and control system programming with a clear understanding of advanced AV systems and integration best practices.
•Skills in AV control system programming, debugging, and troubleshooting.
Preferred Qualifications:
•Experience with Crestron AV control systems.
•Experience working in a higher education environment.
•Completion or study of Crestron Technical Institute (CTI) Learning Paths for Crestron Technician and Crestron Programmer.
•Completion of an AVIXA Certified Technical Specialist (CTS) certificate.
•A working knowledge of enterprise level local area network (LAN) components and concepts is desirable along with knowledge of AV over IP principles.
Salary: $55,000.00 - 65,000.00.Commensurate with education and experience.Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Department: Colorado Mesa University
Employment Type: Administrative
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 6/2/2024.
How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information.In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
•Cover letter
•Resume
•Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for.Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor.Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
•Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document.Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
Direct Inquiries Contact: Brian Arcand, barcand@coloradomesa.edu
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting.In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment.Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility.Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body.Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email.You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.