systems engineer Richmond, TX
Job description
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
Overview
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!
JOB SUMMARY:
Performs a variety of responsible, professional and technical work related to the design, development, implementation, documentation and enhancement of the County’s Audio Visual systems in county courtrooms, huddle rooms and digital signage. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.
Responsibilities
- Plans and coordinates activities in order to carry out AV projects and meet county goals.
- Recommends and provides expert advice about the implementation of a county wide AV strategic plan.
- Remains up-to-date on current AV technology.
- Recommends and implements upgrades and patches.
- Maintains a library of control designs and programming.
- Installs, configures, manages and maintains Audio Visual systems at County locations.
- Creates and maintains standard system designs for county AV systems.
- Works in partnership with other employees, departments/offices and external vendors/service providers to deliver cost effective and innovative audio visual systems.
- Develops standards and processes for the selection, implementation, utilization and maintenance of AV installations across all County Departments/Offices.
- Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field. (High School/GED and five years of relevant professional experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.)
- Five years job related experience.
- Knowledge of Crestron, Extron and related technologies.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, vendors, other employees, and elected officials.
- Certified Technology specialist preferred.
SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience
CLOSING DATE: August 23,2023
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Yearly pay
Experience level:
- 5 years
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, TX 77469
