Manager, Design Engineering
University of Central Florida
Orlando, Florida
Job Description
Unleash YOUR Potential With Us
As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you will play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.
Office of Instructional Resources
We’re a group of builders, problem-solvers, and creators. We work tirelessly behind the scenes designing, installing, and supporting the latest technology in learning spaces across the university. We continually search for the newest innovations in educational technology. We value technology that is consistent, intuitive, and effective so that your multimedia content works seamlessly in spaces all over campus. We are the Office of Instructional Resources.
The Opportunity
The is a great opportunity to directly impact the technology utilized for teaching, learning and communication across The University of Central Florida. The candidate will be responsible for Designing all Audio-Visual systems including building infrastructure and equipment for the University.
Responsibilities:
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Designs all audio/visual/multimedia systems for the University including remote campuses. This includes teaching and learning spaces, teaching lab spaces, collaboration spaces, and conference rooms.
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Establishes and maintains all audio/visual systems standards, including equipment standards and documentation standards.
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Develops and manages drawing package standards including an industry-standard submittal and as-built drawing package that includes but is not limited to Device key, Reflected Ceiling Plan, Floor Plan, Audio, Video, and Control signal flow diagrams, and Rack elevations.
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Produces drawing packages per project based on the above-mentioned standards.
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Provides Project Managers, Audio/Visual Programming team, and Field Services team with design documentation to support project build efforts per agreed-upon schedules.
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Works closely with the programming and build teams to ensure successful project outcomes. Attends project walk-throughs/meetings to determine customer need.
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Tracks and reports data related to the systems programming process and suggests improvements to internal AV processes.
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Collaborates with other IT vertical business unit managers to foster great relationships.
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Follows Standard Operating Procedures within UCF IT and OIR. This includes staff policies for telecommuting, administrative tasks, creating and maintaining documentation, outage communication procedures, and managing customer interactions.
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Ensures all assigned Objectives & Key Results (OKR) and various metrics are met on annual basis. This includes departmental and individual Service Level Agreements on tickets and assignments.
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Attends various seminars, training, and conferences related to current or emerging technology. Will be given various opportunities to obtain certifications based on specific training.
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Other duties as assigned, which may include temporary supervisory role for the subunit within the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree
Are Benefits Important to You?
Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:
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Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
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Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays.
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Retirement savings options
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Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
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Education assistance
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Flexible work environment
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And more…For more benefits information, go to UCF Employee Benefits Guide (12-14-21)
Who Are We?
Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
Department
Office of Instructional Resources
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$56,030.00 to Negotiable
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
- Health insurance
