Equipment Operations Coordinator (4723C) - 61750 About Berkeley

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Departmental Overview

The Graduate School of Journalism is a complex academic unit whose mission is to expand the worldwide impact of truth-seeking, fact-based and inclusive journalism by training the next generation of diverse journalists to become exceptional storytellers.

This position plays a crucial role in organizing and maintaining audio and video equipment in the equipment room. Responsible for utilizing our equipment checkout software to track equipment, coordinate reservations, and efficiently manage the check-in and check-out processes for our graduate students. Maintain inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and promptly reporting any damaged or lost items. They also handle the general maintenance of equipment, ensuring that it is in optimal working condition. Provides event A/V support for journalism school events, which includes operating wireless microphones, PTZ cameras, projectors, flat-screen TVs, and more. Assists in occasional live streaming and hybrid events, thus contributing to the successful execution of multimedia experiences.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: 11/29/2023.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates equipment reservations utilizing our equipment reservation system, ensuring smooth scheduling and availability for all users.
• Utilizes our equipment checkout software to effectively track and monitor the availability, and condition of equipment.
• Prepares equipment for reservation checkouts and provides consultation, offering guidance and demonstration on the correct operation and usage of equipment.
• Performs regular inspections and maintenance tasks to maintain equipment in excellent shape for operability and reports any damage or loss to supervisor.
• Provides A/V support for journalism school events, preparing and operating wireless microphones, projectors, flat screen tv, video switcher, and occasional third-party software to ensure the seamless execution of audio and visual elements, contributing to the overall success of the events.
• Maintains organization and labeling of equipment and the equipment room.
• Provides general technical support to the journalism school community including faculty and students.

Required Qualifications

• Understanding of audio and video equipment, including operation and troubleshooting.
  • This includes cameras, microphones, computers, projectors, and more.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory, track equipment reservations, and maintain an organized and efficient equipment room.
• Ability to provide excellent service to journalism community members, including offering guidance and support on equipment use.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with students, faculty, and other staff.
  • This includes explaining technical concepts in a way that non-technical people can understand.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to quickly and effectively solve problems, especially under pressure.
  • This includes both technical problems with equipment and logistical problems with reservations.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, such as last-minute changes to reservations or unexpected equipment issues.

Salary & Benefits

This is a 100% full-time (40 hrs a week) non-exempt career position, which is paid hourly and eligible for UC Benefits.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $25.20 (Step 1) - $32.08 (Step 12).

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Clerical & Allied Services Unit (CX) between the University of California and Teamsters Local 2010. The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/cx/index.html

• This is not a visa opportunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.



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