AV Technician

Position Title: Audiovisual (AV) Technician Position Number: K0246338

Overview:

AV Technicians are responsible for the setup and usage of audiovisual equipment during committee meetings and potentially other events (conferences, addresses, board meetings). Regular duties include operating applications to stream meetings to the public, providing occasional tech support to Legislators, Legislative Staff, session staff and permanent staff. Reporting information as needed to fellow team members or supervisors is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Test and operate AV equipment including video conferencing systems, streaming services, microphones, monitors, sound systems and computers.
• Monitor and manage live audio and video feeds for meetings and address any issues seen in real-time and post meeting processes.
• Livestream meetings to YouTube, Sliq and Webex.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor technical problems for staff in meetings.
• Report any system issues to the AV Coordinator and AV Specialist.
• Obtain transcripts from meetings for committee staff.
• Communicate with specific committee staff as needed to determine if AV presence is required.

Expectations:

• Reliability and punctuality
  • AV techs are responsible for ensuring that equipment is in working order and ready to be used prior to the start of a meeting. This means it is of utmost importance that all techs in the building by 8:00am and are in their assigned committee room 30 minutes prior to their scheduled meeting.
• Professionalism
  • Courteous and effective communication with all levels of staff in the building but especially those in direct contact with.
  • Adhere to all rules, relevant policies and procedures governing our department.
  • Dedication to excellent customer service. Working in a professional manner with Legislators, Legislative Staff, and permanent staff.
• Technical proficiency
  • Demonstrate knowledge and interest in AV related equipment, video conference systems, video and audio streaming systems, room audio systems, device sharing, email and calendaring systems, closed-caption systems, computer operation, and general software applications. Familiarity with basic computer functions is required.
• Attention to detail.
  • Be able to notice any errors in a quick and timely manner when running a meeting.
  • The ability to follow documented policies and procedures.
• Teamwork
  • Perform related duties as assigned by the Audiovisual Coordinator and/or Audiovisual Specialist

Other information:

• Employment: Session/Temporary
• Work Schedule: May vary, but typically 8:00am-5:00pm. If meetings run late, necessary staff will need to stay late.
  • Towards the end of the session there will be a week or two of conference committees. During this time, it is very possible that meetings will be going on into the night. Some AV staff will need to stay to cover any conferences that take place. This will be coordinated with the team to share the workload.
• Hourly $22.45

HOW TO APPLY: Submit all required documents, including name and job requisition number, as email attachments to jobs@las.ks.gov

RECRUITER INFORMATION: John Langer, 785-296-5158

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 3 Professional References
• Tax Clearance Certificate – Obtain your certificate by following the instructions at http://www.ksrevenue.org/taxclearance.html

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