Working/Functional Title Audiovisual Technology Coordinator Position Summary Join our team to work on digitizing and preserving the collections of the Vincent Voice Library, including developing, maintaining and installing audiovisual systems and networked audio solutions to aid in our digitization and stewardship efforts. Collaborate with colleagues in the Gerald M. Kline Digital and Multimedia Center to consult with stakeholders across the library to design systems aimed at recording events to add to our collections and make events more accessible. You will play a key role in ensuring seamless experiences for library events and educational experiences in virtual, hybrid, and in-person modalities. Characteristics Duties and Responsibilities + Work with legacy audiovisual equipment to digitize and preserve historic collections in the Vincent Voice Library and the Digital and Multimedia Center + Exercise sound judgment in determining the suitability of legacy audiovisual equipment for digitization projects + Independently install, maintain, and troubleshoot networked audio interfaces to facilitate the digitization of materials and the recording of interviews and events for inclusion in our collections + Use advanced knowledge to research and recommend audiovisual technology solutions for digitization of collections and recording events and interviews to add to the collections + Develop and lead projects to supplement and create accessible and seamless experiences in public and private facing spaces + Keeping up to date with developments in the audiovisual library and archive world + Create policies and procedures surrounding audiovisual technology and its use + Providing preventative and responsive maintenance to existing audiovisual systems The MSU Libraries values diversity of thought, perspective and experience and is actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. The candidate will partner with others to develop our welcoming multicultural environment. More information on our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is available at: http://www.inclusion.msu.edu/about/index.html. Minimum Requirements Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in an office setting; experience with database, spreadsheet, and word processing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Desired Qualifications + Ability to collaborate well with others and help to foster a welcoming environment + Experience with and knowledge of Dante or similar networked audiovisual technologies + Experience with legacy audiovisual equipment such as reel to reel decks, cassette players, record players, and other types of playback devices. + Ability to collaborate and work together with colleagues to determine the best audiovisual solution for digitization of collections + Knowledge of emerging trends in audiovisual systems and technologies + Experience recording audio interviews or oral histories + Experience with Crestron or similar audiovisual technologies + Attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot problems + Ability to learn new skills and systems as required by the needs of the library Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Interested applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three references (2 must be present/past supervisors). Work Hours STANDARD 8-5 Website https://lib.msu.edu/ Bidding eligibility ends January 21, 2025, 11:55 PM