Equipment Systems Specialist-1: Event Production & Technology Coordinator (Short-Term)

Department Marketing Services and Solutions Special Instructions To Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: A resume A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. For Additional Information Please Contact Lucas Burrow Lucas.burrow@oregonstate.edu Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 25-hours per week), short-term Event Production & Technology Coordinator position for Marketing Services and Solutions at Oregon State University (OSU). This position is expected to last approximately 11 months. Reporting to the Operations and Technology Manager, this position provides secondary leadership for audiovisual and facility operations at The LaSells Stewart Center. Responsibilities include supporting event production through operation of sound, lighting, and presentation systems; serving as a client-facing technical resource during events; coordinating facility, room, and equipment needs; troubleshooting technical issues; supporting event setup and breakdown; maintaining facility readiness and safety standards; and providing leadership, training, and supervision to student staff. The position also contributes to operational documentation, continuous improvement initiatives, and evening, weekend, and holiday event support as needed. Key Responsibilities Support audiovisual operations, including live audio, lighting, and presentation systemsServe as lead technical resource and client contact during eventsTroubleshoot and resolve technical and operational issuesProvide guidance, training, and oversight to student employeesDocument procedures and contribute to continuous operational improvementProvide evening, weekend, and occasional holiday support for events and facility operationsSupport facility readiness, safety compliance, and customer service standards Qualifications Required Qualifications: This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge and skills of equipment and systems that would normally be obtained through an associate of arts degree in electronics or industrial technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or directly related experience. Advanced AV and live production experienceExperience with audio mixing and lighting systemsProblem solving and communication skillsValid drivers’ license This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (completed or imminent)1-3 years relevant experience including advanced AV and live productionExperience in large venues (500+ seats)Familiarity with digital audio consoles, lighting controls, and ZoomExperience working with clients and performersBackstage/stage management experienceDemonstrated leadership potential Working Conditions/Schedule Working Conditions/Work Schedule: Evening, weekend and possible holiday work required Flexible work schedule Fast-paced environment with fluctuating demand and deadlines Ability to lift up to 50lbs Ability to work on ladders, lifts, and catwalks Salary Range $19.83 - $31.82 Anticipated Start Date 2026-09-28 Anticipated End Date 2027-10-01 When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.