INSTRUC TECH SYS PROF SPEC

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Monday - Friday 40 Hours per week

Full consideration will be given to all application materials received by September 1st.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Instructional Technology Systems Assistant (A/V Systems Support and Installation) position collaborates with and supports faculty and departments through the design, development, implementation, evaluation and classroom support of instructional technologies. This position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of integrated video/audio/data classroom presentation systems and related analog and digital instructional technologies. This individual will also provide quick, efficient telephone and on-site support of classroom instructional technology and/or systems to insure minimal classroom downtime. Employees in this position must possess broad knowledge of current and evolving instructional technologies and resources. This position is also responsible for the installation of the most current A/V technologies in compliance with UGA and industry standards

The position requires excellent interpersonal skills, good problem solving skills, intermediate to advanced knowledge of presentation systems, data/video projectors, audio/visual equipment, control systems, and distance learning technology (video conferencing). Valid Georgia driver's license is required. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of PC and Mac hardware and software support is preferred.

Lifting of AV equipment and climbing ladders are regular activities.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Daily monitoring of assigned classrooms (on-site and remotely), maintenance, troubleshooting, quick response to classroom problems and end-user training

Installation of UGA A/V systems to include coordination with system owners and other units such as EITS and FMD

Provide required documentation for systems and spaces in assigned area

Professional Development