Courtroom Technology Specialist

The Clerk's Office of the United States District Court for the District of Oregon is now accepting applications forthe position of Courtroom Technology Specialist in the Portland Division. The Courtroom Technology Specialist is responsible for installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and maintaining audio-visual (A/V) andcourtroom technology systems. The incumbent provides training and documentation to enhance the independenceof court staff in use of these complex systems and furnishes user support.

The Courtroom Technology Specialistexhibits professionalism in every interaction with judges, court staff, attorneys, and the public, including duringlive proceedings.

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides recommendations, advice, specifications, project management, and coordination among all concerned parties on matters relating to the planning, design, acquisition, and installation/implementation of A/V, voice, and data systems for courtrooms and conference rooms.
• Specifies and documents A/V, digital audio recording, and teleconferencing systems that support evidencepresentation and communications in courtrooms and conference rooms.
• Develops skills toward functioning as the Court's AMX and Crestron control system programmer for audiovisual and courtroom technology control systems.
• Refines existing control programs and creates new onesbased upon existing requirements and future expansions and upgrades.
• Provides courtroom technology upgrades in the areas of cabling, terminations, technology configuration, andcable management.
• Provides technical support and user training for courtroom and A/V systems. Troubleshoots and repairssystems, including configuration and hardware issues.
• Coordinates warranty work, maintenance agreements, and equipment repairs for A/V systems components.
• Functions as a liaison between the Court and A/V, data and voice communications vendors and consultants, in coordination with judges, court managers, and other court technical staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

A candidate must be a high school graduate or equivalent.

To be eligible for appointment at CL-27 a candidate must have two years of specialized experience
or
Completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one of the following superior academic achievement requirements:
An overall "B" grade point average equaling 2.90 or better of a possible 4.0;
Standing in the upper third of the class;
"3.5" average or better in information technology (IT) systems, computer science or related field;
Election to membership in Phi Beta Kappa, Sigma XI, or one of the National Honorary Scholastic Societiesmeeting the minimum requirements of the Association of College Honor Societies, other than Freshman Honor Societies; or
Completion of one academic year (18 semester or 27 quarter hours) of graduate study in an accredited university in IT systems, computer science or related field.

To be eligible for appointment at CL-28 a candidate must have at two years of specialized experience or completion of a master’s degree or two years of graduate study in an accredited university in IT systems, computer science or related field.

Specialized experience is progressively responsible experience that is in, or closely related to, the work of the position that has provided the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Desired

Qualifications:

In addition to the minimum qualifications, preference will be given to applicants withany of the following:

• Three years of experience with design and implementation of A/V systems including audio and video
  conferencing;
• Substantial experience programming AMX or Crestron control systems with touch-panel interfaces;
• Experience cabling (copper and fiber optic), testing, and troubleshooting A/V systems; and

Experience providing A/V support for state or federal courts, and/or certificat

Ion from AMX Lectrosonics, Crestron, and/or other major makers.

Candidates must also demonstrate:

• A consistent past employment record;
• Experience in dealing with routine and complex assignments;
• Excellent typing and proofreading skills;
• A demonstrated ability to think through, analyze, and interpret written communications;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work assignments;
• Superior oral and written communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills; and
• A professional demeanor and…