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Position Function:

Maintains a range of broadcast and IT equipment in support of ESPN, the SEC Network, and their digital platforms while providing technical advice and expertise for operational and program activities.

Salary Grade:  13

Please see Staff Compensation Structure for salary ranges.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Broadcast Technology department lead in maintaining equipment for SEC Network and video board productions, setting up and monitoring between facilities.
2. Responsible for maintaining, inventorying, and overseeing the production equipment used by full-time production staff, student workers, and Fan Experience team.
3. Work alongside Fan Experience team to support in-venue production for home sporting events.
4. Provide guidance and assistance as the department invests in new systems, technologies, and equipment.
5. Help minimize loss of service due to equipment failures.
6. Set up and operate audio systems for broadcast and game day activities.
7. Comply with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.
8. Performs related duties as assigned.

The above essential duties are representative of major duties in this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcast Journalism, Engineering or related field with one (1) year of experience in related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work long and irregular hours.
• Excellent organizational, management, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC regulations.
• Attention to detail.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc. with one to the point of being objectionable. Injuries may require professional treatment.

Job frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching, stooping/kneeling/crouching/ crawling, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands, and lifting up to 10 pounds.

Job occasionally requires climbing or balancing, and lifting more than 100 pounds.

Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.

Instructions for Applying:

Please attach your resume and cover letter to the application.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.

What do I do if I need an accommodation?

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu.

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