Share Email Opening Title Audio/Visual Technician (part-time, regular status)  Description   Get back to nature by working at the beautiful Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum! We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual to provide technical support for meetings and events. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent and one to two years related experience and/or training, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Job Title: Audio/Visual Technician (part-time, regular status) Hours: 24 hours/week Salary: $18.00 to $20.00 per hour DOE with comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, FSA, HRA, 403(b) retirement plan, paid holidays, personal business, sick leave and vacation. Date: April 2022 Summary Responsible for setting up, testing, troubleshooting, operating, and taking down of audio/visual (A/V) equipment used throughout ASDM facilities. Provides technical and equipment purchasing support as requested or as needed. Operates audio/visual or sound reproducing equipment to provide or complement educational or public/private programs offered by the Museum by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Receives and prioritizes incoming telephone, voicemail, email and in-person requests for assistance from users. Sets up and installs equipment such as microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards for events and functions such as concerts, meetings, presentations, and conferences. Operates theater lighting, sound and media equipment. Confers with meeting or event organizer to establish cues and directions. Confers with Volunteer Coordinator to schedule coverage for A/V needs outside normal schedule as needed. Provides basic instruction on the operation of A/V equipment to guests, staff or volunteers as necessary. Monitors sound feeds to ensure quality. Ensures equipment is installed according to designated layout. Tests and resolves equipment issues. Diagnoses and corrects media system problems. Mixes sound inputs and feeds. Coordinates audio feeds with video images Sends in equipment for repairs as needed Switches video input sources from one camera to another. Cleans audio and video equipment and stores securely and properly. Ensures the safe transfer and shipment of equipment. Compresses and digitizes audio and video data. Ensures the safe storage and integrity of data. Performs all essential duties on-site. May occasionally assist with program/events located off grounds. Works with computer-controlled lighting systems. Duplicates audio and video data. Maintains inventory of equipment. Creates and maintains checklists, operating manuals and training materials for audio/visual support. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. _______________________ Please note: Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Be prepared to include 2 professional references on your application. Please understand that if offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and provide the equivalent of a satisfactory 3-year Drivers History Record as a final condition of employment. _______________________   Position Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent and one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software, and Word and Spreadsheets software. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have skilled knowledge of audio-visual equipment. Must have skilled knowledge of computers and presentation software. Work independently, identifying resources and make independent decisions. Strong oral communications skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability and interest in learning technology related skills. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work Thursday through Saturday as a standard workweek. Flexible hours for availability (including evenings and weekends). Positive customer-oriented attitude and professional image. Valid Arizona Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The above description reflects a general overview of the responsibilities and position requirements for this job classification. It is not intended to be a complete description of all duties and requirements that may be inherent in the position. The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is an equal opportunity institution that values a diverse workforce. The Museum is a drug and alcohol free workplace and participates in E-Verify.   EOE Statement We are an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. For this position, we are seeking candidates who are U.S. citizens or permanent green card holders. We believe that inclusive teams with diverse perspectives are essential to our success and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, within the remit of the eligibility criteria.   Open Date 5/5/2022   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://ArizonaDesertMuseum.appone.com

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