Media Specialist

Media Specialist Saint Andrew's School - Boca Raton, FL Overview Position Type: Part Time Description Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12. Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. Honor Above All, academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the whole child while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. Saint Andrew's School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and experiences will help us promote an inclusive school culture. We are committed to respecting the dignity of each member of our community, and we strive to recruit a diverse and talented faculty and staff. Position Summary: The position is a Part-time (20 hours/week), 10-month role that is a member of the information technology department. The role manages livestream needs and provides audiovisual and technical support for school-wide events and programming. This vital role provides comprehensive technical assistance to students, teachers, and staff while also expertly managing all livestreaming and audiovisual (AV) needs for school-wide programming. This position will work across divisions and departments to support the audiovisual and technical needs of school-scheduled events. This is a 20-hour-per-week position working Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends and evenings as required to support school programming and events. Duties and Responsibilities Provide audio, projection, IT, lighting, and livestream support for guest speakers, professional development meetings, TEDx, Admissions Open Houses and Events, Commencement, Saint Andrew's Day, Grandparents' Days, Summer Camp Talent Show, and other school events and ceremonies held on and off campus. In coordination with Communications, provide archival videography/editing for school events as requested. Maintain an organized schedule for each event from preparation to the conclusion of the event, manage the SAS Livestream YouTube page, and provide event link(s) to the appropriate department contact. Oversees equipment and equipment maintenance. Coordinate with the Chief Information Officer regarding equipment replacement for the budget cycle. Qualifications An Associate of Arts degree in Technology is preferred, as it provides a strong theoretical foundation for understanding complex technical systems. Experience working with different operating systems, including macOS, is essential for providing comprehensive support across various user environments. The ability to act as a role model while engaging with a diverse student body and creating an inclusive environment is crucial for fostering a supportive and welcoming atmosphere for all users. Technical Problem Solver & Adaptive Troubleshooter: Combines deep cross-platform proficiency (OS, hardware, networking) with strong diagnostic skills and a persistent, critical-thinking approach to systematically resolve AV and streaming related technical issues. Exceptional Communication and Customer Service: This role demands excellent verbal and written communication, including active listening, clear explanations of technical information, and thorough documentation. They prioritize customer satisfaction with empathy, professionalism, and a genuine desire to help, all while maintaining patience with users and collaborating effectively with team members. The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritize and manage several milestones and projects efficiently, allowing them to effectively juggle multiple tasks and deliver results in a timely manner. Strong time-management skills and the ability to establish reasonable and attainable deadlines for resolution are key to managing workload effectively and providing realistic expectations to users. Applicants must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation, ensuring that all necessary job functions can be carried out effectively. Physical Demands: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and move computers and peripherals for the majority of the workday. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, crawl under desks, and in confined spaces to install/uninstall and/or move equipment. Saint Andrew's School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws. Saint Andrew's is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check. Saint Andrew's School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school's changing needs.