PVS-Technician Specialist I

Overview

The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is currently hiring for an Technician Specialist I for the Programming & Venues Services Department.

 

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Regional Technician Lead, the Technician Specialist is responsible for all aspects of development, and implementation of technical needs for assigned programs, special events, exhibits, and virtual programming. The Technician Specialist is also responsible for providing technical assistance toward the completion of special projects. Fosters and maintains a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible work environment. May require travel between District Branches.

 

Description of hours and wages:

The pay range for this position is $29.09 to $38.98 per hour Pay typically begins at the minimum of the pay range, and employees are eligible for annual merit and COLA  increases per District policy.

 

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), FLSA non-exempt position.

 

Application Deadline:

The application deadline for this position is 11:59 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2025. To be considered for this position, applications must be submitted prior to this deadline.

 

We anticipate interviewing for this position on or around Thursday, February 6, 2025.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepares and executes technical needs for events including lighting, sound, audiovisual, virtual connectivity/programming, scenic, flyrail, and other technical needs. Confirms technical needs with internal and external customers.

2. Completes regular maintenance tasks. Troubleshoots equipment and corrects issues when possible. Reports maintenance issues to the Regional Technician Lead. Reports major safety concerns/issues to Programming and Venues Services management and the Library District's Safety Manager.

3. Installs equipment as assigned.

4. Purchases supplies and equipment for unexpected event needs. Submits all other equipment purchases to the Regional Technician Lead for consideration. Engages with equipment vendors as assigned.

5. Researches, participates in demonstrations and recommends equipment to purchase.

6. Serves on capital project committees. Recommends and researches capital projects for annual budget consideration.

7. Maintains Compliance with all policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practices.

8. Completes assigned training. Recommends training, seminars, and conferences for professional development. Mentors and assists other Technician Specialists as assigned.

9. Completes reports, logs, and other paperwork as assigned. 10. Attends and participates in assigned meetings.

11. Serves as person-in-charge (PIC) as needed.

12. Engages library branch staff, supports department staff, and community partners to foster collaboration and support for the Library District's vision and mission statement.

13. Stays abreast of current and future trends in theatrical equipment, video production, live entertainment, and library programming. Attends professional development training, seminars, and conferences.

14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: 

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness (D.E.I.), as well as participate in maintaining a respectful and positive work environment. All applicants will be considered for employment without bias. All ethnicities, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ages, veterans or disability status are encouraged and welcomed to apply.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

EDUCATION: 

Required: High School diploma or GED equivalency.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts, Entertainment, or a related field. 

 

EXPERIENCE: 

Required: Three (3) years of experience in performing arts or entertainment with a background in technical theater.

Preferred: NA 

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:

Required: Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada Driver's License at the time of hire. Possess, or have the ability to complete District- provided OSHA-10 training upon hiring.

Completion of District's Person-in Charge (PIC) training within 12-months of hire.

Preferred: NA

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Essential and marginal functions may require performance of physical tasks such as: walking over rough or uneven surfaces; frequent bending, stooping, working in confined spaces; lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 lbs.) items and occasionally very heavy (50 lbs. and over) items; minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs, or body in the operation of technical equipment; climbing ladders; utilizing a keyboard, and sitting, or standing for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Specific hearing requirements include the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms, music, auditory cues).

 

*PLEASE NOTE: Meeting these posted qualifications does not necessarily guarantee an interview.

 

Benefits

•Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance insurance.

•Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

•14 paid holidays, plus 1 additional floating holiday per year.

•Paid vacation (18 days per year) and sick time (12 days per year).

•Tuition reimbursement.

•For more details about employee benefits, please see https://thelibrarydistrict.org/benefits/

Pay Range

USD $29.10 - USD $38.99 /Hr.

Position Type

Full-Time

Category

Programming and Venues Services (PVS)

Job Location

Windmill Service Center

Location : Address

7060 W. Windmill Lane

Salary : $29 - $39