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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Audio/Visual Technician – Part-Time
Center for Spiritual and Ethical Development (CSED)
Pasquerilla Spiritual Center & Eisenhower Chapel
CLASSIFICATION: Technical-Service (Part-Time Wage Position)
JOB FAMILY: Campus Operations
The Center for Spiritual and Ethical Development (CSED) seeks an experienced Part-Time Audio/Visual Technician to support the audiovisual needs of the Pasquerilla Spiritual Center and Eisenhower Chapel. This position serves as the Center's primary audiovisual professional and is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of audio, video, livestreaming, presentation, and hybrid meeting technologies used for religious services, student organization meetings, conferences, educational programs, weddings, memorial services, and major university and community events.
In addition to providing direct event support, the Audio/Visual Technician will develop the Center's long-term audiovisual capacity by training professional staff and student employees to confidently set up, operate , and troubleshoot audiovisual systems for routine events.
The position averages approximately 10 hours per week , with scheduling flexibility based upon major events and operational needs.
Essential Responsibilities
Set up, operate , monitor, and secure audiovisual equipment, including sound systems, digital mixers, wired and wireless microphones, projection systems, livestreaming equipment, cameras, digital recording systems, presentation technology, lighting controls, podium systems, and Zoom-enabled meeting technology.
Develop and deliver ongoing training for professional staff and student employees on the proper setup, operation, troubleshooting, and care of CSED audiovisual equipment.
Provide on-site audiovisual support for major religious services, guest speakers, conferences, high-profile university meetings, weddings, memorial services, and special events requiring professional audiovisual oversight.
Support hybrid and virtual meetings by managing Zoom, livestreaming, presentation software, microphones, cameras, and participant interaction.
Meet with event sponsors, university departments, religious affiliates, student organizations, and community partners to assess audiovisual needs and recommend appropriate equipment and room configurations.
Compensation ranges from $32.00 to $35.00 per hour , commensurate with relevant experience, technical expertise , certifications, and demonstrated qualifications.
Professional training, technical coursework, or industry-recognized certification in audio/visual technology, live event production, broadcast technology, or a closely related field is required .
Demonstrated experience operating professional audiovisual systems in conference , educational, performance, worship, or event environments.
Strong working knowledge of digital audio systems, microphones, projectors, presentation software, Zoom, livestreaming technologies, and hybrid meeting platforms.
Experience supporting higher education, conference centers, houses of worship, performing arts venues, or similar environments.
Familiarity with digital audio consoles, Dante audio networking, livestreaming platforms, and integrated audiovisual control systems.
The Center for Spiritual and Ethical Development is committed to fostering a welcoming environment where students can explore meaning, purpose, values, faith, spirituality, and ethical leadership while building authentic community.
The Audio/Visual Technician plays a critical role in ensuring that the Center's technology supports meaningful religious services, educational programs, conferences, community partnerships, and major university events with excellence, professionalism, and reliability.
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