AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL)

Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of Event Services Supervisor, the duties of the Audio-Visual Specialist include, but are not limited to, independently performing the design, production, and visual-aid materials for the communication purposes of the 22nd District Agricultural Association (District)’s Fair, interim events, and other sponsored events; creating and preparing the most difficult audio-visual materials; and maintaining complex audio-visual equipment.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Essential job functions require considerable physical strength, agility, and mobility to perform heavy, sustained physical work.
Work activities involve occasional periods of sitting, standing, balancing, crawling, kneeling, reaching, squatting, stooping, and bending and twisting of waist and neck.
Work involves frequent walking, including walking on uneven ground.
Work activities also include frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling average-weight cleaning and maintenance equipment, tools, materials, supplies, and furniture up to 50 pounds; occasional ascending and descending stairs and ladders; and occasional power grasping and repetitive hand movement, fine finger dexterity, and coordination to operate various equipment.
Work activities require ability to operate light vehicles including riding power equipment, to verbally communicate and hear to exchange information, to see to perform assigned tasks, and to read, write, and speak English at a level required for successful job performance.
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors under adverse weather conditions and necessitates willingness to conform to the District’s uniform requirements.
Work involves occasional exposure to the elements consisting of dust, dirt, fumes, chemicals, and unpleasant odors.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risk that require following basic safety precautions.
Job Code #: JC-417418 Position #(s): 012-000-2838-999 Working Title: Audio-Visual Specialist Classification: AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL) $5,684.
00 - $7,114.
00 Work Location: San Diego County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information WHO WE ARE The 22nd District Agricultural Association manages and operates the Del Mar Fairgrounds on behalf of the State of California, and is governed by a nine-member board appointed by the governor.
Fairgrounds operations are primarily funded by revenues generated by hosting events, the largest being the annual San Diego County Fair.
OUR PURPOSE We are a timeless community treasure where all can flourish, connect, and interact through year-round exceptional experiences.
OUR MISSION We connect our community through shared interests, diverse experiences, and service to one another in an inclusive, accessible, and safe place with an emphasis on entertainment, recreation, agriculture, and education.
OUR VISION We will be the community’s iconic place for social interaction and cultural expression, honoring traditions, embracing innovation, celebrating excellence, and having fun.
Check us out at DelMarFairgrounds.
com.
Special Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must either: 1) be reachable on an employment list (*List Eligible), 2) have transfer eligibility, or 3) have reinstatement eligibility.
*In order to have list eligibility, you MUST take/have taken and passed an exam/assessment within the past 12-months.
Your eligibility is listed in your CalCareer account under the “eligibility” tab.
To access the Exam/Assessment for Administrative Assistant I please click on the link below: https://calcareers.
ca.
gov/JOBSGEN/3OEAA.
PDF Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).
SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.
Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: 22nd DAA/Del Mar Fairgrounds Attn: HR Exams/Certs 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar, CA 92014 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: 22nd DAA/Del Mar Fairgrounds Attn: HR Exams/Certs 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar, CA 92014 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application.
Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional.
It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.
The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.
Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the audio-visual field, including video and signal distribution for large facilities and simulcasting for live horse racing and off-track Minimum 3-5 years’ troubleshooting experience with satellite decoding equipment, video routers, and balancing RF signal Well organized and able to plan out a work timeline Flexible and adaptable in carrying out goals and objectives for the District Ability to work well with a team in planning and execution Ability to use a CAD based system of drawing to aid in designing layouts Excellent internal and external customer service and problem-solving skills Experience with and knowledge of computer-based control systems and IT equipment such as routers, ethernet switches and KVM systems Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook, as well as TeamViewer and OBS (open broadcast software) Benefits Our Amazing Perks! There are many benefits to joining our team, we have a Comprehensive Employee's Benefits Package which includes: Health and wellness benefits (e.
g.
, medical, dental, vision, etc.
); Time off benefits (e.
g.
, paid vacation, sick leave, professional development days, personal holidays, 11-paid holidays per year, etc.
); Financial security benefits (e.
g.
, California Public Employees' Retirement (CalPERS) pension upon retirement, 401(k), life insurance for excluded employees: supervisors / managers, etc.
).
To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the CalHR Website at: https://www.
calhr.
ca.
gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.
aspx Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact: Danielle Stephenson (858) 755-1161 ext: 2011 dstephenson@sdfair.
com Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.
You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact: 22nd DAA - EEO (858) 792-4203 eeoofficer@sdfair.
com California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.
Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.