Video Network & AV Specialist I
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX 77002
$47,731 - $51,000 a year
Description
Video Network & AV Specialist I
- 495865
- Full-Time
- Closing on: Mar 26 2026
- Computing, Telecom & Video Net
Description:
Job Summary
The Video Network and AV Specialist I supports the video network services functions at the University which include, but are not limited to, audio and visual installations, digital signage systems, video on-demand services, and videoconferencing systems.
Duties
- Manages various platforms that include Medial, Wowza, Optisigns with the team that oversees these platforms
- Configures user permissions, assists with troubleshooting, and monitors services to ensure stability
- Installs and configures digital signage hardware and Is responsible for back-end infrastructure and assisting with user permissions and troubleshooting as required
- Installs TV, monitoring tablets, projectors, speakers, and cameras in new locations
- Replaces older or damaged equipment as necessary
- Runs cables to new equipment locations and troubleshoots equipment issues
- Troubleshoots general AV issues for users at their location, including, but not limited to, webcams, microphones, and video conferencing issues
- Assists with configuring and monitoring the university's streaming services during special events and from remote locations
Marginal Duties
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports:
- None
Delegation of Work:
- N/A
Supervision Given:
- N/A
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Associate's degree or 60 hours of college course work or two (2) years of technical school in a related or engineering field
Required Experience:
- Minimum of one (1) year of related job experience
License/Certification:
- Must maintain a valid, current driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
- None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge:
- Basic understanding of audio/visual systems, the required hardware, and installation process
- Basic knowledge of Windows servers
- Basic SQL database knowledge
- Basic web server knowledge
Skills:
- Good technical skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Abilities:
- Ability to address problems on all signage, audio/visual, and video delivery service platforms
- Ability to read instructions and apply them to a task
- Ability to create user accounts and to configure them correctly
Work Location and Physical Demands
Primary Work Location:
Work is normally performed in university offices, classrooms, and labs, but also requires some split office and video network lab environment work that can subject employees to abnormal temperatures and noise
Physical Demands:
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements
- Individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing , and has minimal exposure to physical risks
- May have occasional exposure to extreme temperatures
- May, on rare occasions, be required to work in a confined space or in a high dangerous place
- May, on rare occasions, be required to work near moving mechanical parts or be at risk of an electrical shock
- Must have good spatial awareness, precise hand-eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors
- Must be able to work on ladders and or operate mechanical scissor lift
- May be required to move items of up to 100lbs
- May be asked to respond to problems or provide service after hours
- May be expected to carry and respond to cell phone at all times
- Occasionally drives or operates university vehicles
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
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