Lead AV and Staging Specialist

Pasadena City College

Salary: $98,631.36 - $108,741.12 AnnuallyCFT-61

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 09900

Location: Pasadena, CA

Department: Business & Administrative Services

Closing: 4/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Under direction of the Director, Technology Customer Experience, the position leads the day-to-day operations of the Audio-Video and Staging Services team. The position has essential functions in the areas of staging production, smart classroom design, conference room collaboration systems, large venue audio-video-lighting equipment, television studios, radio stations, and equipment research and development. This position also oversees the operation and general maintenance of the Sexson Auditorium, a 2,000-seat proscenium theater.

Example Of Duties

• Leads the installation, repair, and maintenance of all district audio-video equipment in classrooms, conference rooms and large venues.
• Develops and maintains schedules to ensure proper staffing and operation of all campus and civic use events that require staging services.
• Analyzes campus and civic use events to accurately determine the projection, lighting, audio, rigging systems and the support crew required.
• Coordinates and provides technical support for all events in all large venues on campus.
• Installs, maintains, and operates theater equipment including light fixtures, lighting controls, audio mixing equipment, projectors, speakers, rigging, and other staging equipment.
• Coordinates projects related to the installation, maintenance and upgrades of audio video, smart classroom, broadcast, and staging equipment.
• Develops regular inspection and maintenance schedules for audio, lighting, and projection equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Assists with the development of campus-wide standards for audio-video, smart classroom, broadcast, and staging equipment.
• Conducts orientations for hourly staff to train new employees on how to use digital timecard system and to review departmental policies and procedures.
• Verifies and approves timecards of hourly employees.
• Researches the technical needs of the department to assist with the establishment of priority levels for the type of equipment needed to support departmental operations.
• Facilitates the purchase and maintenance of capital equipment and supplies and assists in budget development.
• Provides direction to classified and unclassified staff.
• Select, hire, and train unclassified staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Audio-Video production, Theater Management or a related discipline, such as Information Technology, Performing and Communication Arts, Broadcasting Technology, or Multimedia.
• Six years of experience in the support and maintenance of audio-video equipment in classrooms, conference rooms and other large venues or experience in theater/staging operations.
  
  

OR

• An equivalent combination of training, certifications, and experience.
  
  

Preferred Qualifiations

• Extron Control Specialist or Professional Certification
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

Knowledge Of

• Understanding of video and projection technology (digital/analog video feeds, screen resolution, projectors, software), sound mixing (digital/analog audio, microphones, speakers, monitors, amplifiers), and lighting control systems (LED, incandescent, HID, Xenon lighting, color media, fixtures).
• Familiarity with power distribution systems (power feeds, distro boxes).
• Proficiency in Extron control systems for designing and troubleshooting complex A/V setups, including knowledge of Extron Global Viewer and Configurator.
• Experience with Avid Pro Tools and Dante network protocols.
• Basic knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, Subnets, VLANs), including managing audio/video network protocols and audio networks.
• Basic knowledge in carpentry, rigging (theatre equipment, props, performers), and set construction. Application of theater safety practices to minimize risks.
• Competence in Enterprise Resource Management software for tracking expenditures, along with general office software for reports, data aggregation, and communication.
  
  

Ability To

• Budget management skills for funding theatre equipment and staffing needs.
• Ability to schedule, and lead staff, ensuring performance events are properly staffed and equipment needs are met.
• Capable of developing employee performance strategies and evaluations.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, for delegating tasks, managing staff, and liaising with the campus community.
• Maintain a valid Class C Driver's License to operate District vehicles and transport theater equipment, set pieces, and construction equipment.
• Demonstrated experience working with communities who have been traditionally underserved by higher education and experience in the pedagogy reflecting intersections of race, culture, class, ethnic, and queer communities.
  
  

PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT - Activities and environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands and environmental conditions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.
• This is primarily a sedentary office classification, however; standing and walking between work areas may be required.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
• Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds, pushing and pulling, walking and standing for extended periods of time, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of hand and power tools, reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally, and kneeling or crouching.
  
  

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

• Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, and controlled temperature conditions.
• Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
  
  

Core Competencies: The District has identified the following essential skills and attributes needed for success in this position.

• AV and Staging Expertise
• Leadership and Team Management
• Project Coordination and Execution
• Technology Research and Development
• Technical Problem Solving
• Collaboration and Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Safety and Compliance
  
  

Salary Range

CFT-61

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Pasadena City College (PCC) Utilizes An Online Application Process. Hard Copy, E-mailed, Or Faxed Resumes Are Not Accepted. Job Postings Will Not Be Reopened Due To Failure To Submit An Application Before The Closing Date For Any Reason. You Can Apply For a Position From Any Computer With Internet Access. Please Keep In Mind The Following

• If you do not follow the process or your application/resume is incomplete, your information will not be processed.
• If you need to update any submitted information, you will need to reapply in full. When HR sees duplicate applications, we archive the oldest and the most recent application and materials are considered.
• The selection advisory committee will review, evaluate, and consider applications and supporting materials received by the deadline. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview.
• While the acceptance of the application packet is done through PCC's Applicant Tracking System (ATS), all hiring decisions are made by a hiring committee.
• Once applications are submitted, they are final. Please carefully review your application and the documents which you are attaching to make sure that they are free from errors and complete. If you require assistance with your application, please refer to the application guide or you may contact NeoEd Customer Support at 855-524-5627. Customer Support is available Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. (PST).
  
  

All materials listed below may be required for your application packet to be considered complete:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
  
  

After a review of applications received, the District may require the completion and submission of supplemental documents prior to the interview process.

Additional Information

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.
• Pasadena Area Community College District will not sponsor any visa applications.
• Applicants must be available for interviews at Pasadena City College at no cost to the District.
• Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (626) 585-7388.
• The Pasadena Area Community College District does not discriminate in the educational programs and activities operated by the District or in employment procedures and practices of the District. The Policies of Title IX as developed to date are available for inspection during normal business hours at the District office at 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106.
• Crime awareness and campus security information are available from Campus Police. (Public Law 101-542).
• The Pasadena Area Community College District is an equal opportunity employer. The District encourages applications from underrepresented minorities and the disabled.
• An applicant, who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Office of Human Resources.
  
  

PASADENA AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

Equal Opportunity, Title IX, Section 504 Employer

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/pasadenaedu/classified/jobs/5295671/lead-av-and-staging-specialist

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