Job Description

Position Overview:  The AV Technician will support the Rowan University Fossil & Dinosaur Museum's audiovisual needs, ensuring that all audio-visual equipment functions smoothly and enhances the visitor experience. This role involves setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting a variety of AV technologies used in exhibitions, events, and educational programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting museum operations to create engaging and impactful visitor experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Setup & Operation

• Assist in the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of AV equipment for exhibitions, events, and educational programs (e.g., cameras, projectors, screens, speakers, audio cosole, microphones, interactive displays, integrated control systems).
• Ensure that all AV technology is properly configured and tested before use.
• Setup conference rooms AV equipment as needed
• Operate AV equipment during special events, lectures, or performances as required

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Perform routine checks and maintenance on AV systems to ensure they are functioning correctly.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to audio and visual equipment quickly and effectively.
• Keep inventory of AV equipment, ensuring proper storage, upkeep, and replacements as necessary.
• Stay up to date with latest technology  Collaboration with Teams
• Work closely with curatorial, educational, and visitor experience teams to understand AV requirements for exhibits and programs.
• Collaborate with other departments to assist with event setups, media presentations, or digital installations. 

Technical Support

• Provide on-the-spot technical support for museum staff, contractors, and visitors using AV equipment.
• Train staff or volunteers on the proper use of AV technology in museum settings. 

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of AV equipment, repairs, and replacements.
• Assist with documentation of technical setups and AV system configurations for future reference.
• Maintain accurate reports of AV support activities and resolutions
• Create and Update AV Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) documents
• Provide regular updates to the AV/IT Manager

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree or certification in audiovisual technology, media production, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience working with AV equipment in a professional setting
• Familiarity with a wide range of AV equipment (e.g., Cameras, projectors, sound systems, sound boards, video systems, non-linear editing, video playback devices, video switchers, post-production, livestreaming, lighting systems).
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing AV problems

Experience

• Professional Live Event Experience preferred
• LIVE Audio Mixing for Music & Events - Familiarity with Audio Mixers Yamaha QL1 - Microphone Setup & EQ
• Mulit-Cam Livestreams - Technical & Process
• Familiarity with a wide range of AV equipment (e.g., projectors, sound systems, sound boards, microphones, cameras, video playback devices, video switchers, digital decks, livestreaming, encoders, lighting systems)
• Digital Signage
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing AV problems
• AV Software - including Adobe Creative Suite, Vmix, Blackmagic, DaVinci, OBS
• Video & Audio Editing & Post-Production

Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Innovative and Passionate about AV
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude toward preventing technical issues.
• Mulit-Cam Livestream - Technical & Process

Other Requirements:

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for special events.
• Interest or experience in the arts, history, or museum-related fields is a plus.
• Passionate about AV , learning and innovation - Mission Driven

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and move AV equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Standing, bending, and reaching as required for setup and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work in a variety of museum environments, including galleries, theatre, cafe, and outdoor spaces.

Work Setting:

• Museum headquarters is in the stunning new Edelman Fossil Park Museum. The headquarters suite features a reception area, private offices, a large open office area, three conference rooms, a kitchenette, team lounge, and outdoor patio, overlooking a 4-acre lake.
• This is a full-time position with G&A Museum Operation, LLC, based at the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, in Mantua Township, NJ
• The role may require occasional evening or weekend work for special events or meetings.
• The role may require occasional work outdoors.
• The role may require lifting or moving light to moderately heavy objects.

“Discover the Past. Protect the Future.” This is an opportunity to grow with a young, vibrant, and purpose-driven world-class organization.

Start Date: ASAP

PAY : $50,000-55,000 per Year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• AV Technician: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sewell, NJ 08080 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sewell, NJ 08080: Relocate before starting work (Required)

About Leadership

Dr. Kenneth Lacovara, Founding Executive Director, has unearthed some of the largest dinosaurs ever to walk the earth, including the massive 65-ton Dreadnoughtus, which appeared in the recent film Jurassic World: Dominion. He is a recipient of The Explorers Club Medal, the highest honor in exploration. He is a TED speaker, recipient of a Nautilus Book Award, co-recipient of a Telly Award, and author of the bestseller, Why Dinosaurs Matter (Simon & Schuster.) His research has been featured three times in Discover magazine’s 100 Top Science Stories of the Year, and he has appeared in over 20 television documentaries. He is the former founding dean of the School of Earth & Environment of Rowan University. He founded the Green Jobs Academy, which helps workers retool for careers in green energy and other sustainable fields. And he serves on the Scientific Advisory Board of Colossal Biotechnology, a CRISPR-based company endeavoring to resurrect the wooly mammoth and other recently extinct species.

About the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum

The Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University will transform lives by providing a unique opportunity to explore a remarkable site of scientific wonder. Visitors will embark on a personal, hands-on voyage of discovery in an extraordinary setting that bears witness to one of the most momentous events in our planet's history. By opening a window to the past, we imbue visitors with the thrill of scientific discovery as they develop a new appreciation for the preciousness of life that sustains our world today.

The museum under construction will become a one-of-a-kind destination that both educates and entertains. The local community will gain a world-class cultural institution that will attract visitors from across the country and around the globe. The fossil park and museum will energize economic development in the region, elevate the prominence of Rowan University, and foster pride of place for Southern New Jersey.

Globally Important Research : At the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, visitors travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled New Jersey. Sixty-six million years ago, an asteroid struck the Earth, wiping out the dinosaurs and 75% of species. The fossil park’s 4-acre fossil quarry, set into a 65-acre property, is providing scientists with the best view ever into this pivotal, calamitous event that ended an Earth era, paving the way for the modern world as we know it. Over the past 13 years, fossil park founder, Dr. Kenneth Lacovara, and his team, have unearthed over 100,000 fossils from a 66-million years old bonebed in the quarry bottom, and have cataloged over 100 fossil species.

A Rich Heritage : Surprising to many, New Jersey boasts a rich heritage of fossil discovery. In 1858,  Hadrosaurus , the world’s first discovered nearly complete dinosaur, was found in Haddonfield, New Jersey. In 1866, the world’s first discovered tyrannosaur,  Dryptosaurus , was unearthed just a mile from the fossil park. ( T. rex , found in Montana, would come later in 1905.) Many other new species of ancient creatures have been discovered in New Jersey, from Cretaceous beds running from Freehold southwest through Swedesboro. Although dinosaurs were first recognized from fragmentary remains in England, southern New Jersey can rightfully claim its place as the cradle of dinosaur paleontology.

The Thrill of Discovery : Hand-on, authentic discovery is at the core of the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park public experience. Above the research layer, there are areas designated for public digging. Nearly every child or grownup who visits the quarry to dig for fossils, finds a 65-million-year-old fossil, with their own hands, that they get to take home. Over and over, this has been a transformational experience for people. When they make a personal connection between themselves and deep time, and the place where they live and the Earth’s ancient past, they never again see the world, or their place in it, in quite the same way. Children seem to understand the authenticity of the experience. The shark tooth or ancient clam that they may dig up, is a real discovery. At that moment, they become explorers, voyagers, authentic discoverers—an experience that can set them on a new path.

Sustainability : The core concept behind the Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park Museum is that we must learn from Earth’s deep past to guide our way into the future. The extinction of the dinosaurs serves as a cautionary tale for the multiple, simultaneous existential crises we face today. In the Hall of Extinction & Hope, visitors will confront the alarming facts about the unfolding climate and biodiversity crises. And they will learn why there is hope in the battle to save Earth’s atmosphere and biosphere, and that we all must act now to create the future that we all wish for our posterity. Finally, through a personalized RFID system, visitors will connect with sustainability programs and organizations, giving them a sense of agency and avenues through which they can make a positive difference.

Carbon Net-Zero and Sustainable Construction: The Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park Museum will be an all-electric building, deriving its energy from zero-carbon electricity and ground-source heating and cooling. Upon opening, the museum will be New Jersey’s largest carbon net-zero facility. Further, construction is underway using reduced carbon concrete, bird-safe glass, and large amounts of embodied carbon contained within sustainably-raised accoya cladding and wood-fiber-lamination beams.

At Edelman Fossil Park & Museum, we treasure the diversity of our planet's history and are committed to reflecting that diversity in our team. Edelman Fossil Park & Museum is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, For contractors, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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