Information Systems Administrator - Video at City of Jacksonville, FL

About the Department

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!

The City Council is actively seeking an Information Systems Administrator.

Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.

Position Duties

• Performs inspections and provides information for asset management related to technology; provides the make, model, serial number, property number, and location of each asset. 
• Notifies Council Property Officer as changes in equipment and/or location occur. 
• Attends meetings and other events to provide audio/visual equipment operation, broadcasting/streaming requirements, and computer systems and related software, and performs pre-meeting testing of systems and hardware according to the Standard Operating Procedures. 
• Responds to public records requests for audio and video files and provides copies of digital media as required. 
• Operates and maintains operating systems, audio/visual equipment, recording and broadcasting equipment and communications devices. Coordinates procurement, installation, and maintenance of systems and equipment.
• Determines and analyzes methods for conversion of data into proper format. Converts all audio and video records for publication to the web and other outlets. 
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Provides leadership, technical assistance, and support in the development, duplication, broadcast and distribution of radio and television announcements, podcasts, videos, b-roll segments, press conferences, meetings, etc.
• Develops and launches programming to be broadcast in multiple vehicles including Comcast 99, YouTube, Web site, etc.
• Explores and leads the development and launch of innovative broadcast offerings/tools.
• Reviews and evaluates scripts and edits tapes and other multi-media.
• Operates, maintains, and schedules production facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of audio-visual production theories, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of audio-visual and studio equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of graphic art hardware and software applications.
• Ability to analyze, design, install, maintain, and modify computer systems.
• Ability to identify, diagnose and correct system problems.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement special programs and projects.
• Ability to provide positive customer service to continue and enhance that attitude throughout the division, thereby demonstrating their acknowledgement that the customer comes first.  
• Maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to operate audio-visual and studio equipment, including studio cameras, minicams, lighting equipment, and audio equipment.
• Ability to prepare, write, and/or edit audio-visual scripts, public service announcements, and related presentation materials.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as personal computers utilizing word process and spreadsheet applications, copiers, and related equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply written technical materials related to audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to schedule and coordinate production activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Other Qualifications

• Four (4) year combination of education and/or experience in video production, public relations, communications and, audio-visual programming. 
• Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution - preferred.   
• Strong audio-visual experience - preferred.  

A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blackout, is required with your application. U.S. transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred. Transcripts outside the U.S. must be converted to U.S. standards.

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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference.

If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded the veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator

11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K  

Largo, FL 33778-1630 

Email: [email protected]