SENIOR, LEARNING & EVENT TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST, IS&T Classroom Technology Services

SENIOR, LEARNING & EVENT TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST, IS&T Classroom Technology Services

Job Description

SENIOR, LEARNING & EVENT TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST, IS&T Classroom Technology Services

Category

Charles River Campus >

Professional

Job Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

25500391311012

Posted Date

10 / 15 / 2025

Salary Grade

Grade 49

Expected Hiring Range Minimum

$100,000.00

Expected Hiring Range Maximum

$115,000.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type

Full-Time / Regular

Are you ready to be at the forefront of research and innovation on a vibrant, dynamic campus shaping the future of education? Join the Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) community in our Learning & Event Technology Services (LETS) group. We are seeking applicants with diverse skills and experience to provide best-in-class AV / IT support to our faculty, staff, and students.

We are looking for an energetic, self-directed, and motivated individual to join our Technology Experience & Community group as a Senior LETS Specialist on our AV / IT field engineering team. This hands-on role involves installing, configuring, repairing, and troubleshooting systems while providing advanced support for a wide range of AV / IT technology and services. You will also advise management on emerging technologies, test and verify new solutions, and serve on multiple service or project teams in various roles such as Subject Matter Expert or Technical Lead. This position will interface with consultants, integrators, vendors, general contractors, trades, and other partners.

Required Skills

Please note : This is an onsite position and may require occasional evening, weekend, and / or holiday hours.

Requirements :

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience with AV / IT technology in a support role.
• Bachelor's degree required; Masters preferred. (Work experience accepted in lieu of degree)
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift moderately heavy equipment (up to 75 pounds).
• AVIXA CTS or CTS-I certification(s) preferred.

Technical Qualifications :

Soft Skills :

Boston University Offers an Excellent Benefits Package :

Our Mission : To provide best-in-class technology and data services to support outstanding education, groundbreaking research, effective administration, and a connected, secure community at Boston University, one of the largest private employers in Boston with almost 10,000 faculty and staff. IS&T invests in our staff's personal and professional growth. We promote staff learning through lunch and learn sessions, an extensive library of online courses, and opportunities to engage with peers at NERCOMP and EDUCAUSE events. Our Fun Advisory Board (FAB) arranges various events throughout the year, including nights at Lucky Strikes Boston, karaoke nights, BU hockey games, nights at Symphony Hall, pancake breakfasts, and department holiday lunches.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the employment application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617-353-6474. required. technology environment.

Experience with Lecture Capture technology is highly preferred. Master's Degree in related discipline preferred. Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) certification preferred. Must hold a valid driver's license. Must be able to lift moderately heavy equipment (up to 75 pounds). Technical Expertise : Strong experience with lecture capture technology (Echo360 experience preferred.) Knowledge of Echo System Architecture, cradle to grave content lifecycle, system functions, integration options, ESS user interface and more preferred. Equipment expertise includes LCD and / or DLP projectors, visual presenters, audio amplifiers and mixers, various audio and video switching devices and electronic control systems. Experience with sound reinforcement and lighting set ups. Experience maintaining and programming Crestron and Extron systems. ITIL Foundations Certification preferred. Working knowledge of digital signage solutions such as Visix. Working knowledge of video streaming platforms, video network delivery methods, video presentation layers and technologies, video streaming protocols (i.e. RTP, UDP, RTSP, HLS, RTMP, MPEG-DASH), and video codecs (i.e. H.264, MPEG2, vp8, ProRes) required. Knowledge of TCP / IP, LAN / wireless networking principles and application protocols, i.e. HTTp, HTTPS, SMTP, and FTP. Familiarity with LDAP, CAS, & Shibboleth technologies. Familiarity with remote assistance technology (i.e. Bomgar) and enterprise management software (i.e. Crestron Fusion). Demonstrable application experience of working with the following technologies : Oracle, MS SQL Server 2005 / 2008 and MySql databases. Knowledge of programming, scripting, and use of regular expressions with technologies such as Perl, Powershell, Bash, etc. Program and configure AV equipment such as media control systems (AMX / Crestron / Extron), DSPs, matrix mixers and switchers, codec's. Program and configure systems with consultant driven designs as well as developing designs from scratch from client requirements. Interface with consultants, vendors, general contractors, electrical contractors and other partners. Demonstrating creative solutions to help differentiate LETS and the IT Help Center. At least two years of programming or commissioning experience in the professional audio / video integration preferred. Working knowledge of media management systems such as Kaltura. Experience supporting computer hardware and software including Windows and OSX operating systems, desktop business applications, various specialized applications, peripherals and mobile devices. Experience with WordPress and web site content management and development. Soft Skills : Must follow procedures and keep accurate records of incidents and requests while working in the field. Strong writing and organizational skills required. Demonstrate patience when problem-solving complex technical issues, over the phone and in person, with diverse customers. Learn and support new technology quickly. Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills. Strong customer service skills absolutely necessary. Energetic, self-directed, motivated and professional individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Interact with all levels of an organization in a professional, diplomatic and tactful manner. Work well with external vendors. Work well with both primary and dotted line reporting in a matrix environment. Work productively in cross-functional teams and / or resourcefully and independently as an individual. Must possess the ability to work autonomously and maintain control in rapidly changing situations. A high level of independent decision making is absolutely.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required Skills

Job Location : BOSTON, MA

Position Type : Full-Time / Regular

Salary Grade : $100,000.00-$115,000.00

To apply, visit https : / / jobs.silkroad.com / BU / External / jobs / 315999

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