AOPC - AV Services Specialist (21-24)

Description

This position is responsible for managing all AV system software and hardware for fully integrated and non-integrated rooms at AOPC and Supreme Court locations. Responsibilities also include designing, implementing, maintaining and supporting the video conference capabilities of the AOPC and Supreme Court. This includes application installations and support, hardware infrastructure and endpoints, as well as custom software configuration for various groups. The position will manage specialized applications, such as WebEx and AV room management software.

Primary Duties

• Designs, installs, configures and maintains a broad range of AV/VC system software and hardware for all AV systems within all AOPC locations, including but not limited to WebEx Boards/Room Kits, VC codecs, and AMX control systems. Assists end users and other support staff with AV hardware and software questions and problems.
• Works jointly and cohesively with AOPC technical support teams, Department of General Services building maintenance staff, Capitol Police, and occupants of the PJC to ensure design changes or updates benefit all groups.
• Designs appropriate separation and security between courtroom AV and PJC AV including development of procedures to ensure privacy and separation as required while coordinating with other PJC entities.
• Oversees all AV broadcasts into, out of, and within AOPC locations. Ensures no inappropriate broadcast or signal is transmitted to improper areas inside and outside of AOPC offices.
• Fully administers and supports the PACourts WebEx hosted service and on-premises infrastructure by maintaining user accounts, training new users, and keeping up-to-date on the capabilities of WebEx.
• Is responsible for the design of AV needs for court staff and visitors attending meetings at AOPC locations. Interfaces with event coordinators to determine best possible AV configuration for events.
• Travels to various court locations throughout the state to act as the court’s AV liaison to technical staff at the presentation location.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in any information technology field; AND
• Two years of experience in technical audiovisual work in a conferencing environment.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience, and / or training may be considered.

Additional Requirements/Preferences

• Associate’s degree in Recording Engineering preferred.
• AV experience in a government, education, or convention center setting preferred.
• Occasional overnight, state-wide travel required; valid driver’s license required.
• Satisfactory criminal background check required.

Additional Information

Unified Judicial System Hiring Policy

The Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania recruits, employs, and promotes the most qualified applicants without regard to their political affiliation, race, color, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, or other non-merit facts or considerations. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to applicants with disabilities as may be necessary to ensure that all applicants are given a fair and equal opportunity to compete for all employment positions. Applicants who need accommodation for an interview should request so in advance. UJS hiring and employment policies and procedures are intended to conform to all applicable state and federal laws governing fair and non-discriminatory hiring and employment practices and are subject to change as necessary to remain in compliance with such laws.

Applicants requiring accommodation, for any part of the application and/or interview process, should contact Human Resources at (717) 231-3309 or human.resources@pacourts.us.