AV Designer
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Learning Spaces & Audio/Visual Technologies
Job Summary
The AV Designer is responsible for working with the LSAVT Project Coordinator and campus partners to determine the audio-visual design and redesign of new and existing learning spaces at ISU. They will act as a subject matter expert guiding and influencing decision-making on classroom, conference room, and common spaces design regarding AV design, AV installation, and AV integration.
Additionally, the AV Designer:
- Analyzes client needs and requirements and designs appropriate AV systems including the production of design documents, specifications, and documentation.
- Identifies and recommends AV best practices and installation details.
- Compiles AV design standards/specifications for ISU spaces, including standards, measurements, as built documentation, etc.
- Partners closely with the lead technician and other technical staff to set quality assurance standards and performs the final approval/configuration/commissioning of the spaces and systems.
- Collaborates with lead technician and LSAVT Director on coordination of training plans and staff skill development.
Learning Spaces and Technology Solutions understand that experience levels and opportunities for training may vary dramatically across the technology field. We are willing to offer substantial training and development opportunities to a successful applicant.
Additional Information
Learning Spaces and Audio/Visual Technologies (LSAVT) is responsible for the maintenance and operational support of the instructional technology in the 198 general-use classrooms as well as the 166 departmental classrooms across campus.
LSAVT also provides demonstrations and training on the use of instructional technology in the classrooms and design, installation, and technical support for colleges, departments, and service units looking to install advanced technology in classrooms and other settings. https://academictechnologies.illinoisstate.edu/learningspaces/
Technology Solutions provides information technology products and services for the administrative and business functions of Illinois State University. Through our Technology Support Center and our highly trained staff, Technology Solutions looks to improve the campus experience for all students, faculty, staff, and the rest of the campus community. https://techsolutions.illinoisstate.edu/
University Benefit Highlights:
- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time
For more University Benefit information: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Information regarding eligibility for participation in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/insurance/
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$65,000 - $72,500 annual
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Any combination totaling two years (24 months) from the following categories:
a. Progressively more responsible work experience in audio-visual design or closely related profession.
b. College course work in Information Technology, IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
- 30 semester hours equals one year (12 months)
- 60 semester hours or Associate's degree equals 18 months
- 90 semester hours equals two years (24 months)
- Bachelor's or higher degree equals three years (36 months) - AVIXA CTS-D (Classroom Technology Designer) certification or willingness to complete within six months of hire
- Demonstrated experience in all of the following:
a. using or supporting AV over IP equipment (example SVSI, etc.)
b. reading basic blueprint/CAD drawings and other planning documents
c. working closely and communicating with architects, facilities, and trades personnel, as necessary
d. designing A/V systems
e. training technical staff in the implementation of AV installation, configuration, and documentation
f. Quality Assurance of AV installations
g. working in an Audio/visual environment, such as an AV integrator or university AV office
Work Hours
Core business hours are 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday. Most work will be performed during standard working hours, but occasional after hours work and/or emergency calls are required due to the nature of the position. Work during standard working hours will be performed on-site; after hours work will be a combination of on-site and/or remote work, as appropriate.
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Work in confined areas.
- Climb ladders.
- Lift equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
- Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
- Distinguish colors on a monitor.
- Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
- Distinguish color codes and wires.
Proposed Starting Date
October 2025
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Optional Applicant Documents
Transcripts - See Special Instructions to Applicants for additional options
Certification of Retirement Annuity
Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.
Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you are using college or university coursework to qualify for this position, then college or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.
To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Transcripts and/or military service documentation may be emailed, faxed, or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:
Email: kgshelt@ilstu.edu
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.
Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.
Contact Information for Applicants
Kira Shelton
Human Resources
kgshelt@ilstu.edu
(309) 438-2120
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.