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AV Manager

Job Description

Position Number:

128396

Title:

Manager

Functional Title:

AV Manager

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

100.0

Unit:

BMGT-IT Smith

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.

The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

This position manages the audio-visual support team for the Office of Smith IT at the Robert H. Smith School of Business. The AV Manager is responsible for the AV infrastructure in Van Munching Hall and satellite locations. This position provides technical direction and insight through the project life cycle from planning to design, execution, and support. The AV Manager will drive opportunities for new technology, cost savings, and operational efficiencies. As the technical authority on multiple aspects of AV, a functional lead, this individual will be tasked with complex work that will keep them engaged and challenged.

Benefits Summary

Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Design Engineering or Information Systems or equivalent combination of experience and education.

Experience:
  • 5+ years of progressive technical-related and management experience.
  • 5+ years Planning, design, implementation of audio, visual and control solutions.
  • Solid experience in enterprise AV environments with presentation technology, and other relevant education-based technologies.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
  • Solid understanding of enterprise audio visual distribution, protocols, and data formats.
  • Working knowledge of audio, video, control, and network communications systems.
  • Working knowledge of equipment by leading manufacturers such as Crestron, Extron, Biamp, and Shure.
  • Working knowledge of hardware/software video conference systems including Cisco Webex, Zoom, and Zoom Rooms.
  • Strong collaboration skills.
  • Ability to read schematics and communicate design intent.
  • Ability to create detailed documentation and diagrams.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
  • Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality.
  • Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Ability to mentor junior playmakers.
  • Time management skills.

Preferences:

Preferences:
5+ years of technical-related, management.

Additional Certifications:

Preferred:
Experience with Avixa CTS, CTS-D, Crestron DMC-E-4K, DM-NVX, InfoComm Certified Tech Specialist (installation, Design)Crestron Certified Programmer preferred Certified Technology Specialist Certification, Design (CTS-D).

Additional Information:

Salary range is $96,800 – $121,000. 

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

  • Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Posting Date:

05/10/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

05/27/2023

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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