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Media Center Technician Job at Marist College in City of Poughkeepsie

Marist College, City of Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

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Posting Number: 493767
Type of Position: Full-time
Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Categories: Administration

Position Title: Media Center Technician

Department/School: Media Center, School of Communication and the Arts

Salary: $28/hour - $31/hour

Job Summary:

The Media Center Technician is responsible for maintaining and supporting the college’s audio/visual equipment, resources, and services. This position provides technical support to students, faculty, and staff, ensuring reliable operation of media resources for academic and administrative purposes. The technician will be responsible for the setup, troubleshooting, and repair of various audiovisual and multimedia systems and technologies within the media center and across campus.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in Electronic Technology, Information Technology, or Audio/Video Production or a related field
  • 5-7 years of work experience and/or industry certifications
  • Valid driver's license required

Essential Functions:

  • Equipment Maintenance: Set up, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot audio-visual (AV) equipment, multimedia systems, and other related technology used within the Media Center, classrooms, and event spaces.
  • Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to students, faculty, and staff for equipment usage, software issues, and general troubleshooting in both the Media Center and classrooms.
  • Training & Assistance: Assist faculty and staff in the use of multimedia tools for teaching and presentations. Provide training on the proper setup and usage of AV equipment.
  • Event Support: Setup and support multimedia and AV equipment for campus events, presentations, lectures, or conferences.
  • Media Resource Management: Ensure that all AV resources such as projectors, computers, sound systems, video cameras, and other devices are in working order and ready for use. Assist supervisors with product and parts procurement.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance, inventory, and support tickets.
  • System Updates: Collaborate with campus partners to implement updates, system enhancements, and maintenance procedures for AV equipment and software.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Technology, Information Technology, or Audio/Video Production or a related field
  • 3-5 years of work experience and/or industry certifications

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following:

  • 3 weeks of paid vacation. 4 weeks of paid vacation beginning in the 6th year of employment.
  • 14+ paid holidays per year.
  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
  • Life insurance.
  • Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
  • 403(b) defined contribution plan:
    • First 6 years College contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
    • College contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
    • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credits per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • College pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

About the Department/School:

The Media Center provides Audio Visual support for the College, specifically in the areas of classroom technology, events, and audio video production facilities.

About Marist College:

Located on the banks of the historic Hudson River and at its Florence, Italy campus, Marist College is a comprehensive, independent institution grounded in the liberal arts. Its mission is to “help students develop the intellect, character, and skills required for enlightened, ethical, and productive lives in the global community of the 21st century.” Marist educates approximately 5,000 traditional-age undergraduate students and 1,200 adult and graduate students in 53 undergraduate majors and numerous graduate programs, including fully online MBA, MPA, MS, and MA degrees, and also Doctor of Physical Therapy and Physician Assistant programs.

Type of Position: Full-time

Classification: Administrative (Hourly)

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Location: Marist College Main Campus

Number of Position Openings: 1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist College is committed to creating a diverse workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here.

Advertised: January 21, 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open Until Filled

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