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The University of Texas at Dallas

Media Technology Specialist III

🇺🇸 Richardson, TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $47,000 per Month 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ March 29th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Texas at Dallas is hiring a Media Technology Specialist III. The role involves providing technical assistance, support, and training to faculty, staff, and students on media equipment operations, as well as managing the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of audio-visual systems to support classrooms and events.

Highlights
  • Provide audio-visual setup, operation, and support for classrooms and events.
  • Diagnose and resolve minor media system problems and assist with preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Train faculty and staff on proper use of multimedia and AV equipment.
  • Operate sophisticated electronic equipment such as LCD video projectors and media podium systems.
  • Manage inventory control and track equipment usage.
  • Maintain and install PC software and train on video and teleconferencing platforms.
  • Possess intermediate knowledge of AV equipment and provide professional technical guidance.
  • Associates degree required with at least two years of media technology experience, preferably in education.
  • Starting salary at $47,000.00 monthly, regular full-time position.
  • Work involves physical activities such as lifting equipment up to 70 lbs and climbing ladders.

Media Technology Specialist III Full Description

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Internal candidates will be given priority.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S06939P
Position Title Media Technology Specialist III
Functional Title Media Technology Specialist III
Department Educational Technology Services
Salary Range Starting at $47,000.00 (DOQ)
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 03/27/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Desired Start Date 05/01/2026
Job Summary
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Under direct to general supervision, provide faculty, staff and students with technical assistance, support, advice as well as policy and procedure and orientation on media equipment capabilities and operations. Responsible for the preparation, set-up, operation and maintenance of audio-visual equipment. Possess the ability to diagnose media system problems and resolve minor problems. Will assist in maintaining a schedule of preventative maintenance. Must be dependable, reliable and be able to work both independently and as a team member.
Minimum Education and Experience

Associates degree and a minimum of two years of experience in media technology service, preferably in an education environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide audio-visual set-up and support.  Receive, set-up, clean and otherwise ensure proper functioning of media equipment to support classrooms and events.
- Assist in the control of inventory and tracking equipment use.
- Learn proper procedures to follow preventative maintenance schedule.
- Participate in training on basic equipment and equipment maintenance.
- Operate and demonstrate a variety of sophisticated electronic equipment including LCD-video
data projection systems, electronic media podium systems, etc.
- Provide instruction to faculty and staff on use of multimedia equipment.
- Respond to calls for assistance.
- Participate in training in troubleshooting college media equipment.
- Work evenings, weekends, or other hours as required.
- Provide classroom support to Faculty Staff and Students.
- Setup and run events.
- Help with construction and installation of new classroom projector systems.
- Assist in supervision of Student Workers.
- Engage and maintain on the job technology training in Crestron, Dante, Audio Engineering,
and Lighting.
- Manage and install PC software.
- Correspond through email and phone with Faculty, Staff and Student requests.
- Train on Video and Tele conferencing for a variety of platforms.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
-Ability to stand, walk, push or pull equipment on cart with wheels, weighing up to 70 lbs., inside or between buildings.
-Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and climb ladders, stretch to reach equipment, and replace equipment at ceiling level.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
Remote work is not available for this position.

Other Information:
-Maintain basic computer skills, knowledge of email programs, word processing and spreadsheet software.
-Read charts on database and advise clients.
-Intermediate knowledge of AV equipment; able to identify which equipment is appropriate for the request and makes recommendations to others when appropriate.
-Provide professional and courteous instruction to faculty and staff in the proper use and handling of AV/Media equipment.
-Maintain oral and written skills to convey technical information, ideas and facts accurately, thoroughly, courteously and in a manner easily understood.
Special Instructions Summary
Internal candidates will be given priority.
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

  1. Veteran Employment Preference - Form DD-214
Human Resources,
800 West Campbell Road, AD3.418
Richardson,
TX 75080-3021
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