USU Blanding is seeking applicants for a Technical Coordinator I position. Incumbents in the Technical Coordinator series provide audiovisual guidance, advisement, and technical and logistical support for events, meetings, classes, and seminars held in the assigned department or building.

• Troubleshoots, repairs minor technical problems.
• Coordinates event support, which includes, room setups, ensuring safety of patrons, enforcing policies and procedures, working with and communicating with the faculty and public.
• Schedules part-time employees and personnel according to the needs of the schedules and /or event.
• Schedules Zoom events.
• Assist Statewide Scheduler with Spring, Summer and Fall schedule.
• Facilitates and supervise Zoom events/classes each semester.
• Coordinate annual trainings with part-time employees each year under the supervision of the Program Coordinator lll.
• Train newly hired Classroom Facilitators. Conduct an onboarding system for new hires.
• Coordinate regular staff meetings with part-time employees.
• On call after hours, and some weekends when needed, respond to issues with classes, classrooms, and /or part-time employees on campus.
• Operates technical equipment throughout class and /or events.
• Maintains records and creates reports as requested for each semester.
• Perform office duties including checking the mailbox, maintaining files, producing and preparing daily logs, and other duties as assigned.\
• Be a backup for the Testing center; train on Net support, USU exams and other exams.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Supervise classroom facilitators.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education plus experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of audio and video application for events, including sound, lighting, projection, and staging.
2. Knowledge of mobile technologies.
3. Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
4. Ability to train and guide hourly and/or student employees.
5. Skilled with computers and programs, including Word and Excel.
6. Ability to maintain accurate records.
7. Ability to create reports.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
9. Ability to learn new systems.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume (to be uploaded during the application process)

2. Cover Letter (to be typed/pasted at the end of the application process)

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. Employees are frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, use hands and fingers, and reach with hands and arms. Employees must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds and retrieve and transport audiovisual equipment.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 7/2023

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The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

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U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov