About Sacred Heart University:

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

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Job Description:

Oversee designated AV projects for the university. The position requires planning and developing strategy, including defining the goals and timeline for assigned projects. This position assists the IT division's strategic efforts to maintain current technology solutions that meet University demands.

SCOPE AND MAGNITUDE:

• Manage AV project intake process
• Coordinate, document, and assign tasks for the project team and provide the team with direction and support
• Maintain AV project list
• Maintain AV standards documentation and design repository
• Manage the budget, timeline, and resources for assigned projects
• Monitor problems, provide solutions, and implement changes as necessary to ensure the project timeline is followed
• Manage and maintain vendor relationships
• Regularly report progress to stakeholders
• Maintains working knowledge of all AV system implementations and assists in troubleshooting and modifications when necessary
• Transitions completed projects to the operational team
• Other duties as assigned

TASKS:

• Provide audio visual systems to designated areas as requested.
• Train users on AV system usage.
• Coordinate activities of the Audio Visual personnel.
• Assign resources to projects and project objectives and monitor progress
• Develop project plans and facilitate resolution of all issues to reach project goals
• Manage project budget to deliver the project at or below cost target
• Manage and communicate ongoing changes in tasks, goals, or performance
• Participate in client meetings, site surveys, contract finalization, and development of requirements and specifications
• Prepare written specifications as it relates to any permanent equipment installation
• Update AV standards documents and maintain AV system design repository
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, clients, internal IT and audio-visual teams to deliver assigned projects
• Coordinate technical training for new installations
• Research faculty and student requests and make recommendations for equipment or software acquisition

Requirements:

Working after hours and over the weekend to complete assigned tasks are sometimes required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NEEDED:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical field
• Excellent organizational skills
• Proficiency with MS Office products and project management software
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Experience reading wiring diagrams and system design drawings
• Experience with audio-visual renovation or new audio-visual construction projects
• Knowledge of telecommunications cabling infrastructure
• Technical audio-visual certifications required

Additional Information:

Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence

Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit.

To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:

• Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
• Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
• Demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence statements.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.