Sound Engineering Consultant

Job Description:

Sound Engineering Consultant

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in sound Engineering, and Telecommunications or in a field related to the job plus four (4) years of related experience.
• Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License.

Notes to Applicants

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position manages production of live music and special performances at AUS . Tasks include quality control of audio signals, ensuring high quality sound and working with complex audio technology systems across 8 distinct performance venues and various other places around the AUS campus.

This position also sets-up, maintains, and troubleshoots back-line instruments and equipment used by musicians during live performances. This position requires close work with bands, artists, concessionaires, airport vendors and other members of Aviation teams.

ASSESSMENT

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

DRIVER’S REQUIREMENT

This position must travel between various locations as part of the regular job duties and the individual will be required to drive a City vehicle. Position will also be required to drive on the AOA .

This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).
• Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
• Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
• The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

VETERAN

Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL

This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and in some cases when they are not scheduled.

CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECK

The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION EMPLOYEES

Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.

LANGUAGE

Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

ON- CALL / CALL BACK RESPONSIBILITIES

Position may require on-call or call back responsibilities.

WORK HOURS

Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.

DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS
Pay Range
$30.70 - $38.37
Hours
Core Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Hours may could change depending on departmental needs.
Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work
Job Close Date 04/17/2025 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive portfolio of sound engineering work and projects
• Strong technical skills with regard to audio equipment and related software, problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent verbal communication skills for giving and receiving instructions
• Ability to work independently to set-up and maintain audio equipment as necessary on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of proper audio-video synchronization techniques
• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic environment
• Ability to build interpersonal relationships and collaborative partnerships

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Evaluates technical quality of audio systems. Mitigates sound level issues with outdoor music venues. Evaluates and recommends layouts, flowcharts, and/or schematics of audio equipment. Integrates audio programming with live web casting and audio on demand equipment and needs. Provides expert advice to the permitting office. Creates, revises, and implements Standard Operating Procedures ( SOP ) related to sound and sound production equipment for use by City staff. Regulates sound inputs and feeds and/or coordinates audio feeds with live broadcasts and recordings. Determines audio production equipment needs and makes recommendation for purchases.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May lead and train others

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
• Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of Web media formats and related applications.
• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to control operations of equipment or systems.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to train others.
  Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in sound Engineering, and Telecommunications or in a field related to the job plus four (4) years of related experience. Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Valid Texas class C driver license or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment. Do you have a Valid Texas class C driver license or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Texas class C driver license or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No (disqualifying)

* Please describe your technical skills with regard to audio equipment and related software.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your knowledge of proper audio-video synchronization techniques.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your related experience with the daily set-up and maintenance of audio equipment.
(Open Ended Question)
* The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment

* Were you referred to this opportunity by a current Aviation employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)


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