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UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTHRIDGE
STUDENT ASSISTANT EMPLOYEE JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description
Under the supervision of the Technical Coordinator, the Student Audio Visual Technician is responsible for managing day‑to‑day set ups, use and tear down of all audio, video and other entertainment related technology and equipment.

Job Duties

Set up and tear down of all AV related equipment such as audio and projection systems.

Support events with sound and video related needs using available equipment such as speakers, amps, mics, mixers, smart room controls, projectors, projection screens and all associated cabling.

Keeping AV storage areas neat and organized.

Minor repair of cable as needed as well as common preventative maintenance on speakers and other audio and projection equipment.

Work on events to operate and monitor AV equipment.

Operate equipment and interface with clients’ needs providing superior customer service.

Troubleshoot on the spot and solve production problems as they arise.

Execute a variety of facility‑related projects as assigned.

Support all aspects of field team as needed.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education
Must be a currently enrolled CSUN student

Experience
Previous related experience and/or specialized education preferred.

Other Requirements
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of basic audio and video signal flow

Knowledge of basic audio console operation

Ability to efficiently troubleshoot

Ability to work with clients to help attain technical goals

Be able to identify aesthetic details and fix them

Be able to take initiative on setups and guide clients if needed, make suggestions

Possible pre‑production tasks such as working with performers to plan equipment needs

Able to pay attention to productions and take direction

Ability to adhere to equipment storage standards, i.e. cable storage and coiling

Be adaptable and flexible to last minute or unplanned changes

Proven leadership and organizational skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with limited supervision

Must be detailed oriented, self‑motivated, and possess strong initiative

Ability to perform a wide variety of moderately‑complex to complex tasks requiring judgment, analysis and decision‑making

Ability to develop and implement policy and procedure

Ability to effectively coordinate multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines

Must be able to remain calm under pressure, think quickly and respond effectively

Ability to identify problems and/or concerns relative to position of employment, and recommend viable solutions

Must possess an ability and willingness to work weekends, evenings, holidays, finals weeks, and during academic interim and break periods as needed

Ability to work in a culturally diverse, ethnically pluralistic environment

Administrative

Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through monitoring and checking work efficiently.

Analytical

Problem Solving: The process of identifying a problem, prioritizing a solution, and implementing a resolution quickly and effectively to complex issues.

Critical Thinking: The ability to think rationally and thoughtfully through a problem or project and determine the best steps needed.

Adaptability: The ability to effectively adjust to new information, changing work conditions, or unexpected obstacles with an optimistic perspective to achieve a positive outcome.

Conflict Resolution: Must be able to anticipate, diffuse, and resolve any disagreements, confrontations, and complaints in a practical and constructive manner to achieve a mutual satisfaction.

Interpersonal

Customer Service: Displays positive attitudes and behaviors, which demonstrates an awareness and willingness to respond to customer’s needs, requirements, and expectations.

Supervision
Supervision is provided by the Technical Coordinator.

Typical Working Conditions
Work will be performed in many different environments such as indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures. Daily contact with members of the campus community, including students, faculty, staff, administrators and guests, is required. In addition to regularly assigned work schedule Monday-Friday, must possess an ability and willingness to work some weekends, academic interim, and break periods as needed; must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment.

Applications
Applications from CSUN students including first time, transfer, international, work study, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans are welcome and encouraged.

The University Student Union at California State University, Northridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources.

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