Audio Visual Specialist Sr

Hiring Salary Range

$23.60 - $30.68/hourly, DOE

Grade

113

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM 

Summer Hours Monday -Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision—creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people—not profits. 

With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we’re changing college.

We don’t just support our community—we help build it.

We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. 

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.

Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) 

Job Summary

The Audiovisual Specialist senior is responsible for the advanced operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting classroom audiovisual (AV) systems and equipment. This role involves designing, installing, and managing AV solutions in classrooms and for various events, presentations, and meetings. 

The AV Specialist Sr. will ensure high-quality AV experiences by providing technical support and guidance to users, coordinating with vendors, and staying updated on the latest AV technologies and trends.

Essential Functions

40% Utilizes advanced knowledge of diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, restoring, upgrading and installing audio visual systems and multimedia equipment     

• Interacts with technical staff, vendors and cross functional teams to install, repair and maintain scalable audio-visual systems;     

• Assigned higher technology access for problem resolution or upgrades to audio visual systems;     

• Prioritizes the troubleshooting process and manages time through completion of repairs; elevate problems to the appropriate level including vendor support     

• Determines whether an issue can be solved or needs to be escalated due to issues with design or engineering of audio-visual systems; recommends and implements necessary adjustments   to designs 

30% Possess knowledge of best practices, installation standards and manufacturer’s specification for audio visual systems and multimedia equipment     

• Plans for and manages audio/visual support for college events, conferences and classes     

• Documents status of issues and provides updates to management teams and end-users     

• Interprets audio visual signal line drawings, and understands system function to determine the cable pull schedule; develops line drawings as necessary for proposed systems     

• Reviews, analyzes and recommends appropriate inventory of equipment; reviews or recommends new equipment related to obsolescence planning 

20% Utilizes advanced knowledge to commission and integrate audio visual systems with IT systems     

 • Trains end-users on audio visual and multimedia equipment     

• Develops and updates policies, procedures, and standards 

10% Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED and four years of experience with supporting audio visual and multimedia systems, hardware and software and end-users of audio visual systems.

OR

An equivalent combination of the conferred degree, education, certification and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications

1. Proficiency with industry-standard AV control platforms (e.g., Crestron, Extron, AMX), including configuring, optimizing, and maintaining reliable system performance. 

2. Ability to interpret and produce AV system documentation, such as signal flow diagrams, wiring schematics, and as-built drawings, to support installation, troubleshooting, and long-term system management. 

3. Basic understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addressing, basic security, connectivity troubleshooting) and experience integrating AV systems into enterprise or building network environments. 

4. Experience configuring or refining AV control interfaces to meet specific room, workflow, or user needs, with an emphasis on usability, efficiency, and reliability. 

5. Hands-on experience deploying and supporting a wide range of AV technologies, including displays, projectors, audio systems, control processors, and conferencing/collaboration platforms. 

6. Proven troubleshooting expertise, with the ability to quickly diagnose and resolve audio, video, control, or connectivity issues in both live production and permanently installed environments.

7. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

**** Experience within other community college systems or higher education institutions is valued and may be considered in addition to MCCCD experience. External candidates are encouraged to apply.

Special Working Conditions

Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: http://www.maricopa.edu/legal/rmi/vehicle.htm#requirements 

May be required to work at multiple sites or locations. Monday – Friday, 7:30 am -4:30 pm 

May be required to work some evenings and weekends.

May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor. 

May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs. 

Climbing stairs and/or ladders to reach assigned areas along with working at heights.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. 

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.

• Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
• Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
• Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) 
• Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
• Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Posting Close Date

Please apply on or before February 23rd, 2026 to ensure consideration within the first review. Additional reviews, if necessary, will be held. 

Application deadline: Please apply on or before April 3rd, 2026 to be considered.

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.