AV Technical Director

We are launching a new in-house role to oversee and manage audiovisual systems and public meeting broadcast operations. This position will be instrumental in transitioning responsibilities from third-party vendors to internal management. We’re seeking a proactive, technically skilled individual who thrives in dynamic environments and can work independently while collaborating with city leadership and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Public Meeting Broadcast & Streaming Operations

• Oversee live and recorded broadcasts of city council and public meetings.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., closed captioning, audio clarity).
• Manage streaming platforms and integration with government websites or cable channels.

AV System Design, Maintenance & Upgrades

• Design and maintain AV systems across city facilities.
• Plan and implement upgrades to ensure modern, reliable technology.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for installations and repairs.

Control Room & Signal Routing Management

• Operate and maintain the central control room.
• Manage signal routing for live feeds, presentations, and remote conferencing.
• Ensure redundancy and failover systems are in place.

Event Support at City Square & Theater

• Provide AV support for public events, performances, and ceremonies.
• Coordinate with event organizers for lighting, sound, and video needs.
• Ensure outdoor AV systems are weatherproof and reliable.

Training Room AV Support

• Set up and maintain AV systems in training and conference rooms.
• Support hybrid meetings with video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams).
• Provide user training and documentation for city staff.

Preventative Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Conduct regular system checks and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve AV issues quickly to minimize downtime.
• Maintain logs of incidents and repairs.

Inventory & Asset Management

• Track AV equipment inventory across all facilities.
• Manage lifecycle planning, procurement, and disposal of AV assets.

Budgeting & Procurement

• Develop and manage AV-related budgets.
• Research and recommend equipment purchases.
• Ensure compliance with government procurement policies.

Staff & Vendor Coordination

• Supervise AV technicians or contractors.
• Coordinate with IT, facilities, and communications departments.
• Ensure vendors meet performance and service level expectations.

Compliance, Documentation & Policy Development

• Maintain documentation for AV systems, wiring diagrams, and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with ADA, FCC, and local regulations.
• Develop AV usage policies and training materials for city staff.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience with TriCaster (TC2 Elite), BlackMagic, Crestron, and Dante systems
• Familiarity with:
  • Visionary Solutions encoders/decoders
  • Q-Sys
  • Yealink
  • Owl Labs
  • Panasonic PTZ cameras
  • Shure microphones
• Ability to manage own schedule, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
• Experience working with third-party vendors and coordinating across departments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Would the be something you can do? Please contact me and let’s talk.

Thanks,

Brenda Penney, SierraITS