AV & Technology Integration Lead

CSU Careers • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Job Summary Under the general direction of the Information Technology Supervisor, the AV & Technology Integration Lead (AVTI) is responsible for the design, documentation, build, and execution of technology integration in a variety of spaces, including computer labs, smart classrooms, active-learning rooms, and conference rooms. The incumbent provides ongoing support and maintenance for the technology in the classroom and stays current with classroom technologies and methods to provide best practices while leveraging technology to provide a more efficient learning experience. The incumbent will utilize this knowledge to apply it to new designs and road maps. Lastly, the incumbent will facilitate training for classroom AV technology as requested and create, organize, and compile documentation relating to each classroom integration.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is a highly skilled technical professional who can independently apply sound technical judgment to both standard and complex systems, with deep expertise in computer technology, system troubleshooting, hardware/software migrations, and maintenance across systems, databases, and networks.
• They possess strong knowledge of data structures, database systems, operating systems, and the evaluation of software, hardware, multimedia applications, including AVTI, XR technologies, and 2D/3D modeling tools such as Visio, SketchUp, and AutoCAD.
• This individual excels in project management, capable of planning schedules, resolving a wide range of problems, communicating clearly with diverse audiences, training others on complex processes, and building strong stakeholder relationships.
• As a leader, they take initiative, manage projects from start to finish, use resources effectively, meet deadlines, solve unexpected issues, and keep the IT team informed.
• Additionally, they demonstrate a strong understanding of classroom technologies, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and can work both independently and collaboratively while performing under pressure.
• Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
• Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
• Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Educational Technology, Communications, or related technical field and four years of related experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience in AV and technology integration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Project Management - Develop preliminary project plans: Establish clear project objectives, milestones, deadlines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Design AVTI configurations: Craft AVTI configurations tailored to the specific needs and learning objectives of the learning environment.
• Audio & Video Technology Integration - Assess and identify AVTI needs and support the design and integration of technology in CHHS Department Allocated Resources (DAR).
• Create a road map for technology in the classrooms, working with stakeholders to address their needs and to be in compliance with CHHS goals.
• Extended Reality (XR) Technology Research and Development - Research and Develop new XR technologies for use in higher education, working with various developers to create new software, or conducting experiments to test the effectiveness of different XR technologies.
• Training, Support, and Maintenance - Oversees the Technology Integration Specialist to provide training to faculty, staff, and administration on the usage of equipment as needed, including providing training on how to use the AV equipment in classrooms and how to troubleshoot common problems.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off : Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage : A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs.
• Retirement Plans : Participation in CalPERS defined benefit plan and access to voluntary savings plans like 403(b), 401(k), and 457.
• Educational Benefits : Tuition fee waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
• Additional Perks : Access to wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and various insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level