Media Technologist at The University of South Florida Board of Trustees

Duty #1 (30%)

AV Troubleshooting: Provide Tier 1-level real-time troubleshooting and resolution of AV and computing issues in support of technology in classrooms, conference rooms, event spaces and lobbies. Advise instructors about operation of classroom equipment. Advice staff about operations of conference room and digital signage equipment. Document issues in a ticketing database and help develop knowledge bases and user guides for known issues, resolutions, and user guidance. 

Duty #2 (30%)

Installation and Maintenance: Install and maintain AV infrastructure including cabling/termination and support of AV equipment such as projector maintenance, audio troubleshooting, asset management, and inventory audits. Install and maintain computer equipment in classrooms and labs. Performs weekly room checks and periodic full system checks. Document work in project management systems and documentation workspaces. Provide appropriate communications to stakeholders.

Duty #3 (15%)

AV Events: Operate equipment to enhance effects of sound and display at live events. Provide logistical support and customer support hospitality assistance for special events when needed.

Duty #4 (15%)

ID Card Center Support: Provide backup support in the St. Petersburg ID Card Center approving card requests, printing cards, and troubleshooting card issues.  

Duty #5 (10%)

Perform other duties within AV/IT as determined by the supervisor. Participate in professional development activities as appropriate.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and relevant certification, OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1-year relevant work experience, OR Bachelor's degree
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
  • Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
  • Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
  • Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
  • Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
  • Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 and Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Contact the USF ADA Lead ([email protected]) to coordinate your accommodation request.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.