Audiovisual Systems Specialist

2 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States InsideHigherEd Full time


AV Technology Engineer - College of Engineering Overview

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to cultivating a community that promotes equity of experience and opportunity, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and included. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a unique environment for all.

The University of California, Berkeley, stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education globally, recognized for its blend of academic and research excellence. We offer transformative opportunities to a diverse student body, uphold a public mission committed to equity and social justice, and embody values such as innovation and respect for the environment. Since its inception in 1868, Berkeley has been a catalyst for intellectual, economic, and social advancement in California and beyond.

We seek equity-minded candidates who reflect the diversity of California and demonstrate an understanding of the varied academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds within our community. Joining the team at Berkeley means becoming part of an inclusive, innovative, and equity-focused community that views higher education as a matter of social justice requiring collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is integral to working, and we strive to ensure that everyone on campus feels supported in realizing their full potential. We actively promote this by providing all staff with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time annually for professional development activities. To learn more about career growth opportunities at UC Berkeley, please visit our website.
Department Overview

The College of Engineering (COE) at UC Berkeley is celebrated for its educational and research prowess, consistently ranking among the top engineering colleges in the United States. With over 225 faculty members, 1,800 graduate students, and 3,100 undergraduate students across seven academic departments, Engineering is the second largest college on campus. The multi-unit Dean's Office offers administrative support, student services, development, capital projects, and facilities management. COE occupies multiple buildings on campus and collaborates with various research facilities.

This role involves designing, installing, managing, and providing technical support for audiovisual systems within the College of Engineering. The position requires engaging with community members to gather requirements and provide guidance; designing AV IT systems according to industry best practices; selecting and procuring reliable hardware and software; installing, configuring, and maintaining equipment to meet professional standards; providing timely end-user audiovisual support; and managing projects while overseeing vendor services to achieve unit AV IT objectives.
Key Responsibilities

1. **AV IT System Design and Installation**
  • Design, install, and manage intricate AV IT systems in various facilities, adhering to organizational needs, codes, and industry best practices. Responsibilities include requirements gathering, design, engineering, procurement, installation, testing, documentation, and user training.
  • Engage in planning efforts, conduct product research, and recommend emerging technologies and new methodologies for utilizing AV IT technology to enhance instruction, administration, and research.
  • Create detailed proposals including AV signal flow diagrams, schematics, and infrastructure drawings.
  • Evaluate hardware and software products to ensure they meet user requirements and compatibility with campus AV and IT guidelines.
  • Provide AV IT consulting for the College of Engineering Dean's Office and other units on specialized audiovisual needs.
  • Collaborate with other technical staff in planning and implementing interdepartmental systems and solutions.

2. **End User and Event Support**
  • Assist users with daily AV equipment usage, responding promptly to urgent requests.
  • Provide standby support for high-priority meetings and presentations.
  • Offer audiovisual support for special events, including equipment setup, streaming, recording, and editing.

3. **Project and Vendor Management**
  • Participate in stakeholder meetings to ensure user needs are met.
  • Make recommendations on installation plans and lead vendor hiring processes.
  • Select and oversee contractors for AV IT system acquisition, installation, and testing.
  • Ensure thorough documentation of AV IT installations and verify adherence to specifications.
  • Monitor project timelines and budgets.
  • Coordinate with architects and contractors regarding AV IT design and installation.

4. **AV IT System Maintenance**
  • Conduct regular maintenance and troubleshooting of complex AV IT systems.

Required Qualifications
  • Experience with audiovisual systems installation, programming, operation, and maintenance.
  • Advanced knowledge of audio, video, AV IT control systems, and electronics theory.
  • Ability to interpret and create AV flow diagrams and technical documentation.
  • Experience managing AV projects through all phases.
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Relevant professional certifications.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

The University of California, Berkeley is committed to providing a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The budgeted salary range for this position is $80,400.00 to $112,900.00 annually. This is a full-time career position eligible for complete benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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