AV and Technical Support Specialist

The AV and Technical Support Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the seamless technical execution of our schools vibrant campus life. This hybrid role divides time between managing audio-visual (AV) setups for school events (assemblies, presentations, performances, livestreams) and providing tier-1 technical support to our lean IT department. Reporting to the Director of IT, the ideal candidate is highly reliable, customer- oriented, and possesses the scheduling flexibility required to accommodate a school calendar's peak event seasons. This is a part-time position. The hours are no more than 20 hours per week, not exceeding 900 hours per year. The schedule includes a mix of daytime hours, evening events, and occasional weekends based on the school calendar. This is a staff non-exempt hourly position. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Event AV & Media Support (Approx. 60%) Event Setup & Strike: Cooool functions. Live Operations: Run soundboards and video projections. Set up and test PA systems, microphones, projectors, laptops, and staging equipment for assemblies, guest speakers, and school live events, ensuring high-quality audio levels and smooth visual transitions. Video & Livestreaming: Manage basic video recording and multi-camera livestreaming setups for school events, graduations, or athletic games (e.g., using platforms like OBS, YouTube Live, or automated sports cameras). AV Troubleshooting: Serve as the immediate, on-site technical contact to handle real-time AV glitches during high-stakes presentations. Event AV & Media Support (Approx. 60%) Event Setup & Strike: Cooool functions. Live Operations: Run soundboards and video projections. Set up and test PA systems, microphones, projectors, laptops, and staging equipment for assemblies, guest speakers, and school live events, ensuring high-quality audio levels and smooth visual transitions. Video & Livestreaming: Manage basic video recording and multi-camera livestreaming setups for school events, graduations, or athletic games (e.g., using platforms like OBS, YouTube Live, or automated sports cameras). AV Troubleshooting: Serve as the immediate, on-site technical contact to handle real-time AV glitches during high-stakes presentations. QUALIFICATIONS Technical Aptitude: Proven experience setting up and operating live sound systems (mixers, wireless mics) and digital projectors. Basic familiarity with video cameras and web-streaming platforms. Basic IT Literacy: Comfortable with Mac, Windows, and Google Workspace ecosystems. Basic knowledge of computer hardware and connecting devices to a network. Schedule Flexibility: Crucial. Must have a schedule that allows for split shifts or variable hours (e.g., working a 2-hour morning assembly, followed by an evening sports stream or weekend theater performance). Event schedules are provided well in advance. Reliability & Professionalism: High level of accountability, punctuality, and a calm demeanor under pressure. Excellent communication skills suitable for a 9-12 educational environment. Physical Ability: Ability to lift and move AV equipment up to 50 lbs, climb short ladders, and run cables safely across event spaces. B.A./B.S. is preferred; Must be able to work collegially, be committed to working in a diverse community, have experience working and communicating with diverse populations; enjoy working with young people in a boarding school environment; and must have a valid drivers license. SALARY RANGE $24.00 - $27.00 per hour. Please note that the quoted salary range is not a guarantee of what the final salary offer might be. Variables include years of work experience, industry-specific experience, education level, etc.