AV Systems Programmer

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number STA00287PO24 Job Family Information Technology Job Function AV Services USC Market Title Instructional Systems Engineer Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/141288 Job Level P2 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) AV Systems Programmer Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division Division of Information Technology Department DOIT AV Engineering State Pay Band 7 Approved Starting Salary $65,539 Advertised Salary Range $65,539 - $98,308 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis 12 months Job Search Category Information Technology

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

AV System Programmer, Designer, and Installer

• Does a diverse day blended with programming, designing, system troubleshooting, and installation sound exciting?
• Does the idea of designing and programming multi-million dollar AV systems sound like a dream come true?
• Do you have expertise in AV design including control system and DSP programming?
• Can you juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and make it look like a breeze?
• Are you looking for a blended job that will not keep you behind a desk all day but not on your feet all day?

Look no further, we want you in USC's Division of IT

So, what's the day-to-day?

• Perform engineering level AV support as well as assisting technicians with troubleshooting as needed

• Consult with faculty and staff as an AV expert for various departments and colleges throughout the university

• Design and overseeing AV systems from concept to deployment

• Work alongside architects, project managers, and other stakeholders throughout the life-cycle of your projects

• Develop all software applications needed for the systems you design

• Create and maintaining AV construction documents and as-builts

• Conduct training with AV staff as needed

Perks & Benefits you'll not find elsewhere!

• 15 Paid Vacation Days

• 15 Paid Sick Days

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Tuition

• Paid Parental Leave

• Dependent Scholarships

• State Benefits

• State Retirement

You can take pride in working for South Carolina's flagship university while enjoying many university and on-campus perks and benefits.

Join Our Team and Apply Today!

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology Systems or related field plus 4 years experience in commercial AV systems design, development, programming and installation; or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Extensive knowledge of audio/visual systems and the ability to successfully design and navigate advanced commercial AV system architectures. Proficient in programing in C#, Python, SIMPL and SIMPL+ for AV system and web interfaces. Knowledge of methods of system analysis for determining equipment configurations. Knowledge of software testing and debugging. Able to collaborate with IT Systems Architects in topologies that integrate AV over IT. Ability to establish

working relationships with vendors, staff members and users. Knowledgeable, skilled and able to act as lead consultant in strategic planning and decision making regarding all AV project stakeholders while maintaining the ability to facilitate discussion between those that are both technical and non-technical.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Design, program and support integrated AV systems and collaboration technologies used for teaching and learning. Perform on-site installations, configuration of hardware and software for the appropriate collaborative service, and test for connectivity and interoperability as well as conduct client training sessions. Serve as subject matter expert for various AV systems projects campus-wide. Preserves all technical design, drawings, CAD files, programs and other project documentation within centralized digital repository for future reference and systems troubleshooting.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty

Provide engineering level troubleshooting support for AV systems as needed. Work with other hardware and software technical personnel to identify and resolve problems. Debug and test systems and systems software packages. Respond to and monitor assigned tickets to ensure "a best-in-class service delivery" is maintained at all times.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Provide support for DoIT staff regarding AV and collaborative technology installation and troubleshooting of assigned projects.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10 Job Duty

Research and develop the latest audiovisual and collaborative technologies as part of the division's IT Strategic Priorities to accommodate the University's continuously evolving academic needs in terms of AV technologies.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Function No Percentage of Time 5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 06/03/2024 Job Open Date 04/02/2024 Job Close Date 05/17/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by May 17, 2024.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance

• Retirement Programs

• Paid Tuition

• Dependent Scholarships

• Annual Leave

• Sick Leave

• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Professional Development Opportunities

Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166406 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have at least a bachelor's degree in information technology systems or related field plus 4 years' experience in commercial AV systems design, development, programming and installation; or equivalent?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter