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Job Title

Video Network Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Technology Services - IT Enterprise Operations - UAVS

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job and Your Opportunity to Contribute   

Texas A&M University's Technology Services (https://it.tamu.edu/) is actively seeking a mid-level Video Network Specialist II to join our team to support our School of Pharmacy and the School of Public Health here in College Station, Texas.

As a Video Network Specialist II, you’ll be behind the scenes, ensuring over 20 classrooms teleconferencing systems are running smoothly for our faculty. You’ll also oversee the training and mentoring of our student technicians, empowering them to provide tier I AV technical support. When more complex issues arise, that’s when you’ll step in, to utilize your problem solving and technical skills to provide the tier II support.

We are looking for someone with standout customer service skills. You’ll be the friendly face our faculty will turn to, providing a high level of care that directly impacts the growth and development of our students. If you’re ready to use your skills to make a real difference, apply today and help shape the future of education!

Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do:

• Install, modify, and repair video teleconference systems

• Perform video conferencing technical support and troubleshooting

• Verify satellite downlinks and transmissions between conference sites

• Maintain documentation

• Train student technicians to provide tier I support

• Participate in AV training and professional development activities as approved by IT Leadership

  Salary: $45,000 – $49,500 annually

  This position is expected to be onsite in College Station, Texas.

  Qualifications       

• A bachelor's or equivalent combination of education and experience AND two years of related experience in video teleconferencing systems.   

• A well-qualified candidates would also possess one or more of the following: Bachelor’s degree in Technology related disciplines, training with installed A/V systems, experience in AV system design, higher education, or medical facility AV support, experience with video and audio conferencing, project management, CODECs, Cisco TMS, AV camera operation and deployment, experience with site survey design, experience with CAT6 cabling terminations, Knowledge of products including, cameras, codecs, audio services including mics and speakers, commercial grade monitors, screen sharing applications, element and alert management tools, Understanding of remote access SSH, Command Line Linux, Ability to use and manage room scheduling tools and software, and/or working with remote desktop systems and performing IT troubleshooting skills.

  What to do    

  Apply now!  A cover letter and resume will assist in the review of your application materials.  You can upload them during the application process at CV/Resume.     

  Why Texas A&M University?   

  Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values (https://www.tamu.edu/about/coreValues.html) which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

• Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

  For additional information on benefits Click here (http://employees.tamu.edu/benefits/_media/documents/200benefitsWellness101.pdf)

  Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.   

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Howdy and thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University. As the flagship campus of The Texas A&M University System, we are located in College Station, Texas with a student population of more than 74,000 and nearly 14,000 faculty and staff.The Spirit of Aggieland is unmistakable. We are a unique American institution, fostering a culture of friendliness, compassion and respect for one another. Our unique history and rich traditions make Texas A&M special.From our benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs, Texas A&M is a great place to work. Your path to a great career starts here!Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 845-5154.

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