City of Aurora

Senior Audio Visual Engineer - Variable Hour Benefit Eligible

City of Aurora  •  $35.88 - $44.85/hr  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

JOB LOCATION

15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555

City of Aurora, Colorado


It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:Integrity,Respect, Professionalism, andCustomer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

  • Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
  • Diverse community
  • Competitive total compensation package
  • Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
  • Light rail station minutes away
  • On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
  • Access to innovation workspaces

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Salary to be commensurate with experience

The hiring range for this position is $35.88 - $44.85/hourly

This is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidatecanwork up to 40 hours per week.  The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits,accruepaid time off, and receive 11 paid holidays.

The deadline tosubmitapplications is June 27, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as wedetermineto have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

OF POSITIONJOB

The SeniorAudio-VisualEngineerassessesandoptimizesthe performance ofCity of Auroraaudio-visual systemsThis roleis responsible foranalyzingthe performance ofaudio-visualsystems, resolving ITaudio-visualequipment and software issues, and providingaudio-visualsupport to our personnel.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Operatesand administersaudio/visual and collaboration technologies in support of public meetings, internal meetings, andspecial events

  • Operatesandmaintainsexisting technologies and systems in City facilities, with a particular focus on City Council Chambers and certain alternative meeting venues.

  • Performsa lead role in theselection, procurement, installation, and maintenance of new audio-visual and collaboration technologies.

  • Collaborates andcoordinateswithother IT team members as needed in supportof hybridmeeting technologies.

  • AttendsCity Council meetings (regular meetings, special meetings, and study sessions) in person to address any technical issues with in-scope systems.

  • Workscooperatively with the Media,Community Engagement Department,and City Clerk’s Office to ensure a comfortable and cohesive meeting experience for participants, both in person and online.

  • Coordinates and collaborates with external consultants as needed toaccomplishobjectives

  • WorkswithAuroraTVto ensure successful broadcastof the hybrid meetingleveragingaudio and visual capabilities.

  • At meeting time,assistspresenters with the display and navigation of materials such as PowerPoint slides, PDFs, spreadsheets, Word documents, YouTube videos, and other media within a Teams environment.

  • Attendsspecial eventsand any board/commission meetings requiring audio/visual analyst support.

  • AdministerseScribeMeeting Management at meetingtimesand supportsstaff membersusing the software

  • Worksto streamline and standardize hybrid meeting technologies acrosscity facilities.

  • Assistswith Request for Proposals (RFP) processregardingaudiovisual and hybrid meeting projects.

  • Workswith other IT team members across a broad range oftechnologicalneeds, both within and outside of the audio/visual domain.

  • Performsadditionalduties as assigned.

This job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience thatdemonstratesrequired knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.

Experience:

  • At least five (5)years of experience intheaudio-visual systems, collaboration technologies,or unified communications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with collaboration technologies (e.g.,WebEx, Microsoft Teams, or similar platforms)

  • Experience with audio-visual equipment and related systems (e.g., Crestron, Logitech, Poly, or comparable technologies)

  • Experience with audio-visualindustry standards and developing technologies and practices.

Knowledge:

  • Advanced knowledge of audio-visual system design, integration, and lifecycle management (including signal flow, acoustics, and video distribution)

  • Knowledge of collaboration platforms and hybrid meeting technologies (e.g., Microsoft Teams, streaming/broadcast integrations, meeting management systems such aseScribe)

  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals as they relate to AV systems (IP-based AV, bandwidth considerations, QoS, and device connectivity)

  • Knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and emerging trends in AV and unified communications (e.g., AV-over-IP, interoperability standards)

  • Knowledge of procurement processes, including RFP development, vendor evaluation, and contract coordination in a public sector environment

  • Knowledge of troubleshooting methodologies for hardware, software, and integrated AV systems

  • Knowledge of computer programs and hardware. 

  • Knowledge ofservice and/or help desk ticketing software (ie ServiceNow, Cherwell, etc.) and task management software. 

Skills:

  • Skill in diagnosing and resolving complex AV system issues in real-time, particularly intime-sensitive environments such as Council meetings and public broadcasts

  • Skill in configuring, integrating, andoptimizingaudio-visual and collaboration technologies across multiple facilities

  • Skill in supporting live hybrid meetings, including managing multimedia content, presentation tools, and participant experience across in-person and virtual platforms

  • Skill in project coordination, including planning, implementing, and standardizing AV systems and processes

  • Skill in collaborating with cross-functional teams (IT, media/broadcast, clerks, and external vendors) to deliver seamless AV experiences

  • Skill in documenting system configurations, processes, and standards to support consistency and scalability

  • Skill in communicating technical concepts effectively to non-technical users, including elected officials and staff

Abilities:

  • Ability to lead and execute AV system improvements and modernization initiatives with minimal supervision

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively under time-sensitive and high-pressure conditions (e.g., live meetings and events)

  • Ability to analyze system performance and implement continuous improvements to enhance reliability and user experience

  • Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and integrate new tools into existing environments

  • Ability to provide customer-focused support whilemaintainingprofessionalism in public-facing settings

  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into practical, operational solutions

  • Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management including executive staff,vendors,citizens, and elected officials

  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

  • Ability to creatively solve problems, negotiate,andrespond effectively in time-sensitive and high-pressure situations

Licenses and Certifications Required:

  • Valid Colorado driver’s license and ability tooperatea city vehicle, or otherwisedemonstrateability to meet the transportation requirements of the position

Licenses and CertificationsPreferred

  • Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate

  • Any otherIndustry-RecognizedIT Certifications 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by thecity, all City of Aurora employees maybe requiredto work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

  • Heavyphysical workrequiringthe abilityto lifta maximum of75poundswith or withoutassistance

  • Regular lifting and carrying of computer equipment. 

  • Moderate walking and standing. 

  • Ability to review and interpret reports and other written documents with or without reasonable accommodation

  • Ability to communicate with employees, contractors, and residents in field environments, with or without reasonable accommodation

Work Environment:

  • Works primarily in an office environment

  • Work may occasionally occur in a noisy environment, with exposure to dust, chemicals, odors, fumes

Equipment Used:

  • Uses standard office equipment including personal computer and common office software such as email, internet, Word, Excel

  • Usesaudiovisual equipment such as projectors, screens, speakers, and their associated peripherals

  • Usesand tools common to the maintenance and repair of audio/visual equipment

  • This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g.vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.

For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.

Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.

Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.

Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.


Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.

City of Aurora

About City of Aurora

The city of Aurora -- a great place to live! Aurora, Colorado, is a booming city of over 400,000 residents located along the front range of the Rocky Mountains. It is truly a great place to live, work and play!

Who We Are

DIVERSE POPULATION

People from around the world call Aurora their home and help create our culturally rich environment. Whether you prefer the city life or a more rural setting, you’ll feel right at home in our city.

AWARD-WINNING CITY

It’s safe to say that amazing things happen when we work together. Our 911 dispatch center is the only dispatch center in the country that has been recognized twice by Congress and our water treatment plants are consistently winning awards for water quality.

PUBLIC SAFETY FOCUSED

Visit our public safety page to see how our Police and Fire Departments put safety first and learn what it takes to join the team.

CORE4 Values

In everything we do, we do it with integrity, respect, professionalism, and with a focus on customer service. Our Core 4 values drive the city of Aurora forward and encourage all employees to adhere to these ideals.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Aurora, CO
Year Founded
1891
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