University of South Carolina is hiring an AV Project Coordinator. The role involves coordinating audio-visual projects with a focus on design, engineering, integration, and implementation of classroom systems. Responsibilities include coordinating initiatives using the standard Information Technology Project Management Methodology, assessing resource needs, identifying and communicating with project stakeholders, and ensuring all project goals are achieved efficiently.
Highlights
Coordinate AV installations and manage project timelines.
Collaborate with technicians, inventory and AV design team.
Use of ServiceNow for monitoring budgets and documentation.
Requires a bachelor's degree and 1+ years of AV experience.
Familiarity with audiovisual systems (Crestron, Extron, Shure, Biamp).
Experience with project management tools like ServiceNow, Asana, or Trello.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by July 26, 2025.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Logo | Posting Number | STA00466PO25 Job Family | Information Technology Job Function | Agile Project Management USC Market Title | IT Project Coordinator Link to USC Market Title | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133147 Job Level | P1 - Professional Business Title (Internal Title) | AV Project Coordinator Campus | Columbia Work County | Richland College/Division | Division of Information Technology Department | IT Audio Visual State Pay Band | 6 Approved Starting Salary | $49,396 Advertised Salary Range | $49,396 - $61,745 Location of Vacancy | Part/Full Time | Full Time Hours per Week | 37.5 Work Schedule | Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Basis | 12 months Job Search Category | Information Technology
About USC
About University of South Carolina | From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for FTE Positions The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary | AV Project Coordinator
Would you thrive juggling logistics: from scheduling, timelines, to gear lists? Where others see project-based ‘Tetris’ do you see opportunities to make it look smooth and easy? Would you enjoy cross-functional teamwork with a diverse group of stakeholders? Are you ‘that’ team member who anticipates next steps before others, like the glue that holds it all together? Is cool AV gear something you’re passionate about? Look no further! The audiovisual engineering team at the University of South Carolina wants you!
So, what’s the day-to-day?
You’ll coordinate cutting-edge AV installations in classrooms, meeting spaces, and large venues You’ll collaborate by translating customer’s needs and dreams into clear technical requirements You’ll partner with AV Technicians, Inventory Control Specialists, and AV Design team members throughout the lifecycle of a project You’ll be the face of the AV projects, from inception to sign-off You’ll be the glue that holds it all together: you’ll schedule and maintain project milestones with stakeholders ranging from architects, general contractors, to owners, and students. You’ll oversee equipment delivery, configuration, and leave a smile on our customer’s faces by knocking-out final punch lists You’ll monitor project budgets and document project progress in our super-slick work management platform, ServiceNow. We’d love to hear from you if you have:
A bachelor’s degree and 1 or more years of AV experience Familiarity with audiovisual systems and technologies (Crestron, Extron, Shure, Biamp, etc.) Ability to coordinate with trades, vendors, and internal stakeholders Experience using project management or ticketing tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Asana, or Trello) Excellent communication and superb organizational skills Perks
No travel required: Enjoy collaborating with colleagues on campus instead of spending hours on the road! Downtown Location: Love where your work, right in the heart of Columbia, SC, with easy access to vibrant city life, dining, and cultural events. Energetic Leadership: Thrive under the guidance of an energetic and innovative leadership team dedicated to transforming IT at USC, making your role impactful and exciting. Incredible Benefits You Will Not Find Elsewhere: Over 30 paid days off, paid tuition, state benefits, state retirement, and more! Professional Development: We take investing back in you seriously! We offer generous professional development opportunities throughout each year. A 37.5 hour work week for work-life balance + our Campus is closed the last week of December so you’ll always be home for the holidays! Love Where You Work: You can take incredible pride in working for South Carolina’s flagship university. The Best Part: Oh, and did we mention we have an AWESOME Team? Sound like your dream job?
Apply today and help shape the audiovisual experience for students, faculty, and staff across USC’s campus! Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience | Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials | Preferred Qualifications | CTS certification is preferred. CAPM/PMP certification is preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities | Comprehensive understanding of AV system functionality and installation processes. General understanding of IT terminology and processes. General knowledge of project management principles, terminology, and methodologies. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively
Job Duties
Job Duty | Serves as primary coordinator for assigned projects. Assesses resource needs; identifies project stakeholders; schedules, plans, organizes, and coordinates University and external resources; and controls project scope to ensure all project goals are achieved in a timely and professional manner. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 30Job Duty | Proactively creates and maintains project/demand documentation in ServiceNow. Follows standardized DoIT practices including budget, procurement, and financial management, as well as documentation. Participates actively with the ServiceNow team to stay abreast of any procedural or other modifications that need to be followed in ServiceNow or encapsulated in project/demand documentation. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Initiates and maintains effective communication with project stakeholders including the client (college, school, department, or other unit), designated classroom/space coordinator, DoIT personnel, USC Facilities, other internal and external stakeholders (including architects, electrical engineers, and general contractors, suppliers and vendors). Coordinates and secures approval of project timelines, schedules, budgets and expenses with stakeholders. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Coordinates project teams including engineers, programmers, campus architecture and construction management, and other stakeholders. Initiates procurement and confirms all inventory needed for assigned projects arrives in a timely manner. Coordinates with design, inventory, and installation teams, as well as and classroom/space coordinator, to schedule integration of systems. Essential Function | Yes Percentage of Time | 20Job Duty | Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Function | No Percentage of Time | 10Job Duty | Continue professional growth in audio-visual project management and integration methodology. Essential Function | No Percentage of Time | 10
Position Attributes Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No Hazardous weather category | Non-Essential
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies | 1 Desired Start Date | 09/02/2025 Job Open Date | 06/11/2025 Job Close Date | 07/26/2025 Open Until Filled | No Special Instructions to Applicant | Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by July 26, 2025. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance Retirement Programs Paid Tuition Dependent Scholarships Annual Leave Sick Leave 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Opportunities Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC. Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/188874 EEO Statement | The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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