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Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Learning Spaces & Audio/Visual Technologies

Job Summary

The AV Technician will perform maintenance and installation of audiovisual classroom systems. The work also consists of assisting higher level technicians with the setting up and commissioning of audiovisual classroom systems.

Additional Information

This position is open to consideration for varying levels of experience, pay within the salary range will be commensurate with experience.

Learning Spaces and Audio/Visual Technologies 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. The department also provides demonstrations and training on the use of instructional technology in the classrooms. In addition, Learning Spaces and Audio/Visual Technologies provides 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

$24.62 - $29.48 per hour

Required Qualifications

1. High school graduation or equivalent.
2. Any combination totaling one year (12 months) from the following categories:
   a. progressively more responsible work experience in as an audio-visual technician or closely related profession
   b. college course work which included 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 degree equals 18 months
   - 90 semester hours equals two years (24 months)
   - Bachelor’s or higher degree equals three years (36 months)
3. At least one year (12 months) of work experience in the maintenance and installation of professional audio-visual systems.
4. Knowledge of all of the following:
   a. Cable pulling, cable terminating, rack building, and installation practices used for professional audio-visual systems
   b. Different types of audio and video signals and cabling used in professional audio-visual systems
   c. Professional audio-visual systems integration, system controls, user interfaces, and computer systems
   d. Professional audio-visual sub-systems such as lighting systems, electrical systems and signal management, control systems, computer systems, and audio-visual networking
   e. Basic test equipment used for installing and troubleshooting professional audio-visual systems (video signal generator, audio signal generator, multimeter)
5. Skill in maintaining, installing, and operating electronic and electrical equipment
6. Ability to read plans and schematics
7. Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle
8. Mechanical ability
9. Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Excel and Word

Preferred Qualifications

1. Associate's degree (or equivalent military or vocational training/experience) in an electrical, electronics, or mechanical technology field
2. Experience with networking terminations
3. Experience with assigning network information to devices or setting up devices on a network
4. Knowledge of AQAV commissioning practices and procedures
5. Basic networking skills
6. Knowledge of or ability to learn the campus networking tools needed for network jack assignments and IP address assignments
7. AVIXA CTS certification
8. Experience with the support of Zoom and/or other web conferencing tools and hardware.

Work Hours

8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday; occasional weekend and evening hours as business needs dictate

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
2. Ability to move heavy equipment and carry a backpack weighing approximately 15 lbs.
3. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
4. Ability to work from a ladder and/or scaffolding.
5. Ability to work in confined areas.
6. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.
7. Remain at a workstation for extended periods.
8. Distinguish colors on a monitor.
9. 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 experience portions. Please list all education and all jobs you have had. Do not leave gaps in employment. You must list all duties you performed in the job duties section (Phrases such as "See Resume" are not acceptable). Failure to follow any of these instructions may constitute an incomplete application. 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 in order to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below.

In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, a copy of your DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork 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. 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.

The final candidate for this position will be required to provide a copy of their valid U.S. driver's license. Human Resources will contact the final candidate at the appropriate time to obtain a copy of this document.

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.