Audio Visual Network Specialist
SALARY: Mid to High $50s DOQ
OPPORTUNITY: Open Competitive
OPENING DATE: February 19, 2008
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
NOTE: First review of applications is March 7, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
JOB ELEMENTS INCLUDE:
- Supports the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and management staff for audio/visual needs in support of City Council sessions, workshops and events.
- Under general supervision, oversees the purchase, installation and support of audio visual, network, communications, including LAN/WAN. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of situation requires evaluation and judgment.
- Responsible for evaluating current systems, assists in planning, supervision, set-up and operation of large-scale audio visual systems. Requires thorough knowledge of DSP based audio systems, CobraNet, HiQnet, IP, ISDN, LAN/WAN, AMX control systems, Twisted Pair, and Broad Band Video systems, Video networks, and applications.
- Manages the audio, video, lighting, staging and backline productions of major citywide special events, festivals, ground breakings, and televised or non-televised public events. Responsible for coordinating audiovisual for major events such as: Fiesta Glendale, Glendale Glitter and Glow, the Jazz Festival and the Chocolate Affair.
- Responsible for equipment procurement, project management, systems installation, programming, networking and maintenance of audiovisual systems.
- Develops networks to enable control of citywide AV equipment via the internet.
- Maintains and repairs existing equipment.
- Assists the division head in determining staffing needed for various events, developing task lists and directing the efforts of work crews, decisions related to vendor and client relationships.
- Serves as supervisor of the division during the absence of the division head.
- Serves as on-site supervisor for audiovisual temporary workers for special events and installation of equipment. Responsible for the safe operation of AV components and up to 16 temporary personnel.
- Assists in the inventory and replacement program management of AV equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, electronics or related field and two years experience in the design, set up and operation of analog and digital audio, projection, and lighting systems. Preference will be given to candidates with one year of supervisory experience. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability, may qualify.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be screened for the minimum qualifications and special requirements. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and special requirements will be placed on an eligibility list. Eligibility lists are active for up to six months. Human Resources reserves the right to terminate or extend the life of an eligibility list at any time. The hiring department will contact those candidates they wish to test and/or interview. DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
All candidates are subject to an extensive background check, including but not limited to, Department of Public Safety and FBI background investigations. Applicants must be truthful and accurate and avoid providing inconsistent information, incorrect dates, partial or incomplete information when completing the application and any supplemental forms. Falsifying or omitting information during any stage of the selection process, may make you ineligible for consideration or continued City employment.
PREFERENCE POINTS: If you are eligible for Employment Preference Points under Arizona Revised Statute 38-492, please complete an Employment Preference Point Form, available in Human Resources, and submit with your application.
RESUME MAY ONLY SERVE AS A SUPPLEMENT TO YOUR APPLICATION
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The city of Glendale
is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
