Senior Audio Visual Technician

As a member of the Support Services team, the Senior Audio Visual Technician provides outstanding senior level service to Macalester College faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders through regular coordinating and execution of A/V event support and services, utilizing shared documents and sheets. Sr. A/V Technician maintains the A/V Student schedule and staffing of events.  Provides support, learning & skill development for campus users of A/V technology and A/V Services student employees. Assists with hardware & software administration, maintenance, and support for A/V technology infrastructure in learning spaces, meeting rooms, and other campus facilities.  

This is a full-time position with typical work hours of 8:30am-5:00pm with required flexibility to work evening and weekend events. 

About The Department:
A/V Services, as part of the Support Services Department, is the first contact for help with your Audio Visual technology and Event questions.  A/V Services provides consultation, planning, support, and production services for campus meetings and events. We deliver technology support for A/V equipment in classrooms, events spaces, and webinars.

• Provides consultation, planning, operational oversight and support for in-person, hybrid, and on-line events at Macalester of varying size, scope, and impact. Sets up, operates and troubleshoots during the event, breakdowns and stores equipment, and requested post-production work. 

• Schedules, trains, and supervise A/V student workers along with A/V Technician and A/V Manager.  This may include supporting a Student Worker AV manager with reviewing/publishing schedules. 

• Partners with A/V Manager and Engineer in future planning on meeting/event spaces for repairs, improvements, and growth.  Collaborates with campus stakeholders as well if needed.

• Manages and maintains A/V equipment including maintenance, testing, repair, and recommendations for upgrades/replacements/augmentation.

• Provides supplementary hardware & software maintenance and support for A/V infrastructure in classrooms, meeting spaces, and other locations on campus

• Associate’s degree or higher required
• 3+ years extensive experience in operating, setting up/striking AV and event equipment (mics, soundboard, camera, livestream) in a professional environment
• Strong knowledge of event space technology, Extron knowledge preferred
• Ability to analyze the needs of an event and make changes as needed. Being flexible supporting stakeholders and what is needed to run a successful event.
• Strong aptitude to communicate and work with different campus groups to have the best possible experience for Macalester events/classes. 

Compensation:

The hourly wage for this position will be $29.78 – $31.14 depending on experience.

Benefits

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan. 
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines:

For best consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage by end of day Friday, March 7th. This position will be posted until filled. 

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager

jhoward3@Macalester.edu

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals.  Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. 

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.