AV Systems Administrator

Stanford Graduate School of Business – AV Systems Administrator

We invite you to be part of the Media Services team at the Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB). The AV Systems Administrator will support the day‑to‑day technical operations of the GSB campus, assist with the refresh and improvement of AV systems throughout, and provide consultative support to faculty and staff for class and event recordings.

• Build, install, configure, analyze, tune, and troubleshoot AV systems and networked environments to achieve optimum performance in classrooms, conference rooms, and event spaces.
• Resolve difficult AV system problems and provide consultation or training to faculty and staff on technical solutions.
• Configure and assist in the design of AV systems and network security protocols for commercial AV hardware integration.
• Manage AV hardware, software, and utilities including Dante networked audio, various audio DSP architecture, Evertz NEXX/Magnum video routing platforms, and commercial displays for installation, modification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Monitor and analyze AV system resource usage and network performance to recommend or develop enhancements to system capabilities and performance.
• Compare, evaluate, and implement new AV technologies, and integrate AV systems into the computing environment.
• Document AV systems infrastructure for users, support, and consulting personnel, and developers.
• Train personnel who provide support and consulting services to users on AV system fundamentals.
• Act as liaison with various departments across campus and provide technical support for live events/recordings.
• Lead vendor management and departmental purchasing, serving as PCard holder and ensuring on‑time, policy‑compliant reconciliations per Stanford best practices.
• Maintain all Stanford‑required trainings and certifications to ensure continuous compliance and audit readiness.

• Bachelor’s degree and ten years of relevant AV systems experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience with multiple types of AV operating systems and commercial AV hardware.
• Basic knowledge of audio principles, gain structure, acoustics, echo cancellation within various software environments.
• Basic knowledge of audio‑mixing console setup and management.
• Experience with managing an integrated AV computing environment and AV‑over‑IP systems.
• Experience with AV programming languages including Crestron/Qsys for lightweight system development and troubleshooting.
• Experience with networked environments including multicast traffic, VLANs, and bandwidth management.
• Experience with network storage solutions and AV system integration.
• Experience with configuring and maintaining AV network infrastructure.
• Demonstrated knowledge of security protocols for AV systems.
• Ability to manage shared AV resources and perform moderately complex technical tasks.
• Ability to work well independently and as a team member.
• Ability to train others in AV applications and operating system fundamentals.
• Experience with AV middleware and infrastructure including Dante Domain Manager and DSP architecture.

• Q‑SYS Visionsuite – ACPR Commissioning Level 2
• Q‑SYS Visionsuite Commissioning Seervision Level 2
• Q‑SYS Level 2 Training
• Audinate DDM Administrator, Audinate Dante Level 3
• Netgear Switching for AV over IP
• Crestron Intelligent Video Design (IVC‑D)
• Avixa CTS

The expected pay range for this position is $127,716 – $147,437 per year.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health care and retirement plans.
• Generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure.
• Wellness programs, child‑care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
• Access to world‑class exercise facilities and a range of health and fitness classes.
• Free commuter programs and ride sharing incentives; discounts on computers, cell phones, travel, and entertainment.
• Opportunities for career development, tuition reimbursement, and auditing courses.
• Participation in campus events, gardens,…