Instructional Technology Specialist, AV Design and Programming

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. 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.

The specialist reports to the Supervisor of AV Support unit, which is responsible for daily operations and maintenance of approximately 325 instructional technology classrooms classrooms. The specialist is responsible for assisting faculty users and local department staff with instructional technology infrastructure. This position provides technical support that ensures the proper operation, maintenance, monitoring, testing and repair of complex networked AV equipment and control systems. The specialist will als be required to program Crestron panels to support instructional technology classrooms.

Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience relevant to the position.
Requires 3-5 years of experience in directly related field.
This position requires thorough technical knowledge of and experience with analog and digital AV systems including media control systems (preferably Crestron), networked AV, integrated lighting control, video teleconferencing and the electrical infrastructure needed by AV and lighting control systems. The job also requires Crestron programming knowledge and experience and must have good computer skills including basic understanding of networking, wireless communication and mobile devices. Must be able to design, fabricate, modify, install and repair customized complex electronic systems to meet unique needs and the ability to perform highly technical test procedures. Must be able to work independently, see projects through to completion and perform complex and time critical tasks with optimum effectiveness and efficiency – often in high pressure situations. Good written and oral communication skills and good interpersonal skills are required. Must be able to operate test equipment, machinery and AV equipment; use power tools; work at heights using ladders and drive a motor vehicle. May be required to work outside of normally scheduled working hours when needed (i.e. early mornings, late evenings, weekends).

Crestron programming training and/or certification. Infocomm CTS certification.

Salary is $53,181 and up. Excellent leave, medical coverage, retirement and tuition-remission benefits. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Must be able to operate test equipment, machinery and AV equipment; use power tools; lift heavy loads up to 50 lbs.; work at heights using ladders and scaffolding; and drive a motor vehicle. May be required to work outside of normally scheduled working hours when needed (i.e. early mornings, late evenings, weekends).

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.