Audio Visual Specialist

Associate degree in audiovisual technology, information technology, electronics, computer technology, telecommunications, or a related field, with three (3) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.

High school diploma or GED with five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. Any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.

Exempt

Six (6)

$54,007 - $63,459 DOE

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 112 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at https://senmc.edu.

The Audiovisual (AV) Specialist provides technical support, coordination, maintenance, and oversight for audiovisual systems throughout Southeast New Mexico College. The position supports the installation, operation, integration, and continued functionality of classroom, conference room, event, and campus presentation technology. The AV Specialist serves as the College’s internal resource for audiovisual systems and works closely with Information Technology personnel, contractors, vendors, faculty, and staff to ensure reliable and effective technology-supported learning and operations.

• Provides technical support for audiovisual systems in classrooms, conference rooms, meeting spaces, event venues, and other campus facilities.
• Installs, configures, tests, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots audiovisual equipment, including displays, projectors, cameras, microphones, speakers, control systems, video conferencing equipment, and related technologies.
• Monitors and supports audiovisual projects and system installations to ensure work is completed according to College needs, technical specifications, and established standards.
• Coordinates with contractors, vendors, consultants, and Information Technology personnel regarding system design, installation, integration, repair, upgrades, and warranty services.
• Develops and maintains documentation of audiovisual systems, equipment configurations, warranties, service records, room specifications, passwords, licenses, and vendor information.
• Maintains an accurate inventory of audiovisual equipment, replacement parts, accessories, and related technology assets.
• Conducts routine inspections and preventive maintenance to identify equipment issues and reduce service interruptions.
• Responds to audiovisual support requests, diagnoses technical problems, and provides timely resolutions or appropriate escalation.
• Provides technical support for College meetings, presentations, conferences, ceremonies, special events, and other activities requiring audiovisual services.
• Trains faculty, staff, and other users on the proper operation of classroom and meeting-room audiovisual technology.
• Develops user guides, operating instructions, troubleshooting resources, and recommendations for effective equipment use.
• Collaborates with Information Technology personnel to ensure audiovisual systems are properly integrated with College networks, computers, software, security requirements, and communication platforms.
• Evaluates audiovisual needs and recommends equipment, system improvements, upgrades, replacement schedules, and technology standards.
• Assists with purchasing, equipment selection, budget planning, vendor quotes, and the coordination of audiovisual-related contracts and projects.
• Ensures audiovisual installations comply with applicable safety, accessibility, licensing,…