AV Infrastructure Specialist

Position Summary:

Audio/Visual Systems

• Install configure maintain and support AV systems for instructional spaces meeting rooms and performance venues
  Set up and troubleshoot projectors displays sound reinforcement systems microphones mixers amplifiers DSPs and control systems

• Run terminate label and test low-voltage cabling for audio video control and data systems

• Configure signal flow gain structure and basic system programming to ensure consistent and reliable performance

• Perform system testing tuning documentation and user acceptance after installations or upgrades
  

Computer Networking & Infrastructure

• Install and maintain structured cabling systems including Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A and fiber optic cabling

• Terminate test label and document network cabling patch panels racks and enclosures

• Install and support network equipment such as switches routers wireless access points and network racks.

• Assist with basic network configuration IP addressing VLANs and troubleshooting

• Support AV-over-IP and networked systems in coordination with campus IT staff
  

Security Camera & Access Control Systems

• Install configure and maintain electronic security systems including IP-based security cameras network video recorders (NVRs) and video management systems (VMS)

• Mount and aim cameras run and terminate low-voltage cabling and verify network connectivity and image quality

• Assist with the installation and support of access control systems including card readers door controllers strikes and associated hardware

• Work with campus safety IT and facilities to ensure security systems meet institutional standards and policies

• Troubleshoot camera access control and related network or power issues

• Maintain accurate documentation of security system layouts configurations and cabling while adhering to confidentiality and data security requirements
  

Campus & Operational Support

• Read and interpret construction drawings system diagrams and technical documentation

• Coordinate with IT facilities campus safety and external vendors on installations renovations and upgrades

• Maintain accurate records of system configurations service requests and repairs

• Follow institutional standards safety policies and applicable building electrical and low-voltage codes

• Assist with preventative maintenance inventory management and lifecycle planning of AV network and security systems

• Provide event instructional and operational support including occasional evenings or weekends as required

• This position will also be required to hire support and supervise student employees.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills across AV network and security systems

• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical users

• Professional discretion when working with security and access control systems

• Customer-service mindset appropriate for a campus environment

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented setting
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Audio Engineering Networking Electronics or a related field
  OR a minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional experience in audio/visual systems computer networking low-voltage infrastructure or electronic security systems

• Demonstrated experience installing and supporting AV networking and/or security systems

• Working knowledge of audio signal flow video standards IP networking and low-voltage systems

• Experience using hand and power tools for AV network and security installations

• Ability to lift and carry equipment (up to approximately 50 lbs) and work on ladders or lifts

• Valid drivers license
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting instructional technology and/or campus security systems in a higher education environment.

• Industry certifications such as CTS CTS-I CompTIA Network or relevant security system certifications

• Experience with AV control systems (Crestron Extron Q-SYS Daktronics etc)

• Familiarity with digital audio networking AV-over-IP and IP-based video surveillance systems

• Experience with live sound or performance venue support

• Knowledge of rack building structured cabling standards labeling best practices and security system documentation

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $52200-$62600. In addition to salary Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical dental vision disability insurance flexible spending accounts life insurance and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit our Human Resources Benefits Page.

How to Apply:

All interested candidates must submit application materials electronically through Adams State Universitys Workday application portal.

No other format of application material will be accepted.

Completed applications include the following:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be necessary at the time of appointment)

• Three professional references including phone number and email for each

For full consideration applications should be received by 3/10/2026. Review of applications will begin immediately after this date.

The position will remain open until filled. Applications received after the priority deadline may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

Questions about the position may be directed to Brittany Raines at

Adams State University is committed to building and expanding the talent of its professional staff and actively seeks qualified applicants who bring unique perspectives experiences skills and attributes that can augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff and can contribute to serving and preparing our students to engage and thrive in their learning leadership and service.

We strive to create a more representative workforce that mirrors the people who study work and lead our institution and welcome applications from candidates from all walks of life especially members of communities who fall within state and federally protected classes such as: women BIPOC LGBTQ individuals veterans and people with disabilities.

We value qualified candidates with varied language skills who have a record of successful experience with varied communities and student populations and who have a deep understanding of and commitment to the unique geographical and historical characteristics of the place we are situated in and the intersecting perspectives that define our university being a low-income first-generation and Hispanic-serving rural anchor university. Therefore we seek individuals committed to intentionally supporting students and colleagues who possess these characteristics through their teaching service and scholarship.

The successful candidate will join a campus that is dedicated to inclusive excellence and acknowledges Adams States purpose to foster the educational goals of its students and the well-being of the surrounding community.

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Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race color sex disability and as covered by law veteran addition University policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion national origin ancestry age sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression marital status and parental status.