• Job Description

  Req#: R17649

  Position Title:

  Audiovisual Services Coordinator

  Job Group:

  Professional & Scientific

  Required Minimum Qualifications:

  High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Large event operations or production experience
  
  Experience in training, guiding, or mentoring employees or students in a professional setting
  
  Prior Audiovisual troubleshooting experience, in-person or remotely

  Job Description:

  Summary

  Are you passionate about creating seamless, high-impact event experiences through technology? Join the Memorial Union at Iowa State University team as our Audiovisual Services Coordinator and play a vital role in bringing events to life at the heart of campus life.

  In this position, you will be the go-to expert for all things AV—setting up, operating, and maintaining innovative audio/visual systems for a wide variety of events. From student org meetings to large-scale conferences and performances, your work will help shape memorable experiences for thousands of guests each year.

  The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of AV systems and event production. Excellent communication and critical thinking skills. Experience supervising or mentoring others, especially students. And the Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

  What You Will Do

  • Lead AV Event Support
    Set up, operate, and tear down AV equipment, including mixers, microphones, projectors, lighting, and cameras. Collaborate with event planners and clients to ensure flawless execution and document outcomes via post-event reports.

  • Team Leadership & Admin
    Support a team of 4–8 student AV technicians. Oversee hiring, onboarding, training scheduling, and time approvals. Maintain documentation, inventory, and assist with equipment upgrades.

  • Install & Maintain AV Systems
    Collaborate and assist in the installation and configuration of AV systems across the Memorial Union. Oversee preventative maintenance.

  • Tech Support
    Provide hardware/software support to staff, train users, and assist with workstation and peripheral installations.

  • Other Duties
    Pitch in wherever needed to support the success of the department.

  About the Memorial Union

  The Memorial Union at Iowa State University serves as a vibrant hub for student life and campus events. The Memorial Union is also known for transformative experiences, engaging programs, impressive facilities, outstanding services, and collaborative partnerships that align with the academic mission of ISU.

  Learn more Memorial Union

  
  
  Level Guidelines
  • Career-level position demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of related competencies
  • Works under direct to general supervision and may receive guidance on more complex assignments
  • Follows established procedures for work assignments, and completes assignments which are semi-routine and may be atypical in nature
  • Applies thorough knowledge to respond to inquiries and requests
  • Able to resolve most problems and issues and respond to requests without escalation
  • Provides guidance to students
  • May provide supervision to one to two other staff or lead a small work team

  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

  Appointment Type:

  Regular

  Number of Months Employed Per Year:

  12 Month Work Period

  Time Type:

  Full time

  Pay Grade:

  PS806

  Application Instructions:

  To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
  
  1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

  The posting's current end date is tentative and may be extended as needed. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by August 28, 2025.

  
  
  If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
  
  Why Choose ISU?
  
  Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing program

  Original Posting Date:

  August 19, 2025

  Posting Close Date:

  September 3, 2025

  Job Requisition Number:

  R17649

• About the company

  Iowa State University of Science and Technology,, is a public land-grant research university in Ames, Iowa.

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