Audiovisual and Public Hearings Supervisor 3

Announcement Number: 2104135525

• Effective July 1, 2024, the salary range for this position will increase by 11%.
  
  

NEVADA LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL BUREAU

ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION

AUDIOVISUAL AND PUBLIC HEARINGS SUPERVISOR III

Carson City, Nevada

Salary up to $108,221* (employee/employer paid retirement plan)

The Audiovisual and Public Hearings (AVPH) Unit of Legislative Counsel Bureau (LCB) is

seeking a diverse pool of qualified applicants for the position of Audiovisual and Public Hearings

Supervisor III within the Administrative Division. The LCB is a nonpartisan, legislative service

agency that provides professional, technical and administrative support to the Nevada Legislature,

which convenes biennially in odd-numbered years for 120-day sessions and for rare special

sessions during the interim periods. The AVPH Unit broadcasts and records the proceedings of the

Nevada Legislature via an internal television network and provides access to the legislative process

for the public through internet streaming and remote participation, and performs various other

services to support the LCB. This is an unclassified full-time position located in Carson City,

Nevada.

Position Description: Under the general supervision of the Audiovisual and Public Hearings

Manager, the Audiovisual and Public Hearings Supervisor III will work closely with staff and is

integral to maintaining high standards of broadcast quality and operational efficiency, ensuring the

seamless operation of legislative broadcasts and recordings and supporting the legislative process

through reliable technical support. Responsibilities of the Audiovisual and Public Hearings

Supervisor III May Include, Without Limitation

• Supervising staff of the AVPH Unit, including a team of technicians and supervisors, while
  
  

providing guidance, mentorship and performance management;

• Administering equipment repair service program by reviewing complaints or reports of
  
  

problems and scheduling action, repairing equipment by determining malfunctions, testing,

identifying operator error or adjustments needed, preparing reports on services, materials

and supplies and maintaining files of completed repairs and service;

• Maintaining equipment according to manufacturer's maintenance schedule, overhauling,
  
  

cleaning and lubricating equipment and installing improved components and software;

• Providing technical support to staff and users and assisting users with software
  
  

applications, connectivity and system problems;

• Ordering and processing new equipment by reviewing needs, analyzing manufacturer's
  
  

specifications, recommending purchases, inspecting items for defects, testing and

operating new equipment and engraving identification numbers;

• Ordering and installing new audio and video equipment systems by determining
  
  

specifications necessary to meet needs, designing systems, recommending purchases, * Effective July 1, 2024, the salary range for this position will increase by 11%.

determining conduits available for installation, ordering parts and equipment, installing

cables and connectors, installing new or updated software, building and securing mounts,

brackets and supports, installing security devices and placing, securing, connecting, testing

and soldering equipment;

• Maintaining tools and parts inventory, including determining need for tools and
  
  

replacement parts, ordering replacement parts and tools and handling and storing chemicals

properly;

• Creating, maintaining and troubleshooting connections between a wide variety of
  
  

electronic media equipment such as overhead projectors, Smartboards, cameras, speaker

systems/sound equipment, microphones, video conferencing units and peripheral

equipment including networked and stand-alone computers;

• Training personnel on proper equipment use, cleaning and maintenance;
• Providing thorough in-person and remote training for temporary employees during biennial
  
  

legislative sessions;

• Fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork, professional
  
  

development and a culture of innovation and creativity;

• Handling escalated issues or emergencies in a timely and professional manner, in
  
  

consultation with the Audiovisual and Public Hearings Manager;

• Managing personnel issues as they arise and providing positive and constructive feedback
  
  

to staff, in consultation with the Audiovisual and Public Hearings Manager;

• Working closely with the Office Manager and the Audiovisual and Public Hearings
  
  

Manager to coordinate personnel and technical needs for meetings;

• Staffing meetings with AVPH employees; and
• Performing other duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications: The Audiovisual and Public Hearings Supervisor III will be selected

based on special preference to the candidate's training, experience and aptitude in the field of

broadcasting and production. A qualified candidate must have: (1) a high school diploma/GED or

an equivalent combination of education and experience; (2) at least 3 years of experience in

audiovisual technology or broadcast and production services; and (3) at least 2 years of experience

in leadership or managerial experience. A bachelor's or associate's degree is strongly preferred.

Certified Technology Specialist certification or a technical degree is preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A proven track record of successfully supervising teams and delivering high-quality
  
  

results;

• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team;
• Experience working with vendors in supporting hardware and software platforms and
  
  

products;

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate
  
  

effectively with stakeholders at all levels;

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail;
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and handle changing
  
  

priorities; * Effective July 1, 2024, the salary range for this position will increase by 11%.

• Advanced computer skills with experience in configuring/troubleshooting hardware,
  
  

including audio-DSP, A/V control, video and audio devices and USB-based software

applications; and

• Experience with some or all of the following: Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, Shure, ROSS
  
  

Video Systems, Polycom, Sliq, DANTE and EMS.

Salary: The annual salary for this position is based on a Grade 40, which has a salary range of

$72,119 to $108,221* under the employee/employer-paid retirement option. An employer-paid

contribution plan is also available with a reduced salary in lieu of an employee contribution. Actual

starting salary will be based on experience.

Benefits: The benefits include the accrual of paid annual leave and sick leave, health insurance

and membership in the state's retirement plan. For additional information on the retirement options

and benefits, please visit the Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada. For a description

of the current health, dental and vision benefits, please visit the Nevada Public Employees'

Benefits Program. Other optional benefits are also available, including a deferred compensation

program.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work is performed in a fast-paced, demanding office environment and

requires total customer satisfaction. Significant overtime is required during legislative sessions

and certain other periods as necessary to meet the demands of the Legislature, which may include

on-call, after hours, weekend and holiday work. Occasional travel may be required between Carson

City and Las Vegas, Nevada. Such travel may be outside normal business hours.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may apply by

submitting a LCB Employment Application, cover letter, and current resume via email to LCBHR-

jobs@lcb.state.nv.us or by mail to:

Legislative Counsel Bureau

Attn: Human Resources

401 S. Carson Street

Carson City, NV 89701-4747

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and the application period will remain open until

the position is filled. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to submit their applications as

soon as possible. Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process.

The successful candidate must undergo a background check.

The Legislative Counsel Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not

discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin or ancestry, age,

sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, domestic

partnership, political affiliation, genetic information, or compensation history, or any other

characteristic protected by applicable law. The Legislative Counsel Bureau will not tolerate

discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics, nor will it tolerate

unlawful retaliation. Applicants may contact LCBHR@lcb.state.nv.us to request reasonable * Effective July 1, 2024, the salary range for this position will increase by 11%.

accommodations to participate in the hiring process and will not be disqualified from

consideration based upon such requests.

(Revised 6/11/2024)

Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied