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Audio-visual Technical Co-ordinator (MCG/AVP 4)
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Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Executive Agency
Category
Computer/IT
Posted
04-06-2023
Job Status
Start Publishing
04-06-2023
Stop Publishing
12-06-2023
Applications are invited to fill to the following vacant post in the National Library of Jamaica: Audio-visual, Technical Co-ordinator (MCG/AVP 4) User Services and Conservation salary range $4,594,306 $6,178,830 per annum.
Job Purpose
Co-ordinates and supervises the technical services operations of the Audio-visual (AV) and Micrographics Branch.
Key Responsibilities
Technical:
- Supervises the AV operations by:
- Ensuring that the transfer of AV materials to digital format is done to international standards Providing guidance on the processing of AV materials;
- Monitoring and performing quality control checks;
- Determining the appropriate preservation and conservation methods to be applied to AV materials;
- Support the Head of Branch in supervising the AV operations by co-ordinating workflow processes and procedures;
- Conducting quality control checks with regards to: Completed digitization
- Microfilming operations
- Conversion of format
- Transference of content
- Access to information
- Conservation and preservation of AV materials
- Technical Training of staff in AV Management
- Maintenance of AV equipment
- Sourcing/Procurement of equipment, software, and services
- Maintenance of inventories of both collection and equipment;
- Maintains the branch’s equipment by:
- Researching and advising on the maintenance and replacement of equipment as well as specifications and types of materials and software to be ordered Diagnosing and resolving issues relating to AV media systems
- Documenting the repairs and maintenance of AV media systems;
- Co-ordinates the processing of AV queries by: Consulting with clients to determine their needs
- Maintaining contact with external stakeholders to satisfy information needs of clients
- Manages payment rate for research queries
- Manages Licensing Agreements for permission to use collection;
- Co-ordinates the installation of equipment (Public Address System, recording mechanisms, video recorders, etc.) used for events;
- Assists with the preparation of the Budget by providing information on the: Capital cost of purchasing new equipment, software, supplies, and other tools
- Cost of servicing equipment;
- Digitizes AV materials;
- Documents technical metadata for preservation and access to AV materials;
- Keeps abreast of standards, trends, and issues pertinent to role and function.
- Administrative/Human Resource:
- Submit Progress Reports on work-related activities and other assigned projects;
- Monitors the Branch’s Work Plan for supervisees;
- Consults with the Head of Branch in the identification of training opportunities for staff;
- Assists in the Appraisal of supervisees;
- Participates in the recruitment of staff;
- Participates in the orientation of staff;
- Conducts on-the-job training for supervisees;
- Represents the organization of meetings, seminars and conferences as directed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
Core:
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Customer and Quality Focus
- Teamwork and Co-operation
Functional:
- Preservation and Conservation
- People Management
- Records Management
- Research and Information
- Digital Resources Technology
- Information Communication Technology
- Good planning and organizing skills
- Good leadership skills
- Knowledge of the techniques in audio-visual preservation and conservation
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, or Computer Science or Media Technology or related discipline;
- Two (2) years related experience Audio and Sound engineering would be an asset
- Two (2) years supervisory experience;
- Working knowledge of best practices in digitization and experience using and supporting digital imaging and sound equipment, including digital cameras, mixers and converters.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Exposure to vinegar-syndrome;
- Exposure to chemicals;
- Requires wearing protective gear when working with film;
- Required to lift and carry objects used in the performance of duties;
- Moderate physical effort is required involving bending and stretching;
- Operating within confined spaces;
- May be required to work outside of normal working hours at events to include Saturday and or Sunday as directed.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Monday, 12th June 2023 to:
Director, HRM and Administration
National Library of Jamaica
12 East Street
Kingston
Email: nljhrm@nlj.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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