Employment Opportunity

Include the following:

1. Install and set up AV equipment like projectors, microphones, cameras, soundboards, and video screens;
2. Operate equipment during courtroom proceedings, live events, conferences, and presentations, controlling sound, lighting, and video feeds;
3. Diagnose and resolve technical issues with AV and other related systems to ensure proper function;
4. Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs on AV equipment;
5. Troubleshoot technical issues quickly to minimize downtime during Court proceedings;
6. Work with Court personnel as well other agencies to understand their needs, plan production, and ensure all equipment is set up correctly;
7. Interact with Court AV vendors and suppliers when necessary;
8. Maintain inventory of AV equipment and ensure proper storage and handling, when necessary;
9. Train Court and other personnel on how to use AV equipment safely and effectively;
10. Stay updated on emerging AV technologies and recommend upgrades when necessary.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned this classification.  They are not an exhaustive list of all duties to be performed.  Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following:

1. Strong understanding of a wide range of AV equipment, control systems, and related software;
2. Ability to troubleshoot and fix technical problems quickly and efficiently, often under pressure;
3. Must maintain good working relationships with Judges, programming staff, end users, and Court AV vendors and suppliers;
4. Effective time management, reliability and punctuality;
5. Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information;
6. Position may require a flexible work schedule outside of the normal Court operation hours (i.e., evenings and weekends);
7. Possess a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Associate Degree in audiovisual technology or related field. Proven experience in AV setup, operation and troubleshooting. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Additional training, certification in audiovisual technology, or information technology are a plus. 

The physical demands described here represent those an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires working in a normal Court and/or office environment with no unusual demands or exposure to hazardous situations.  Tasks may involve extended periods of time monitoring court room activities. Frequent contact is made with Judges, the Court Administrator and Deputy Court Administrators, Court personnel, and Court AV vendors and suppliers. When necessary, this position may require the ability to exert moderate physical effort typically involving some combination of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting and/or carrying objects of moderate weight (e.g. up to 50lbs). 

The normal hours of operation for the Court are from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday.  This position may require some work beyond normal Court hours, including evenings and weekends.

COURT EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE

In completing the duties and responsibilities of this position, the Court expects the employee will adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices and procedures; act as a role model both inside and outside the Court; perform duties as workload necessitates in a timely, accurate and thorough manner; be conscientious about meeting department productivity standards; and communicate regularly with the Director of Information Systems about department issues.