Job Description

Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.

 

We are a collegial, collaborative, and diverse firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm’s client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.

 

If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Information Technology department in our New York office as an Audio Visual Technician.

 

The Audio Visual Technician works with the assistance of the Deskside Support Team with day-to-day conference room support and supervision from the IT Office Manager. The Audio Visual Technician is responsible for providing the operational support of the conference rooms and its VC peripherals as well as providing back-up support and training to the Deskside Support Team, where applicable. 

 

Essential Functions:

• Provides set-up and support of Audio Visual and loaner computers and client laptops within conference rooms and visiting attorney offices
• Works with the business service teams to assist with the planning, coordination and execution of large events
• Provides technical support for conference rooms at multiple local locations including sound equipment, teleconferencing, video conferencing and other audio visual support as appropriate
• Monitors video calls for length of meeting, when required, and gives immediate response to connectivity or participant needs
• Provides hands-on and remote support/troubleshooting integrated video and audio conferencing equipment in conference rooms and mobile environments
• Gathers information on upcoming video conference prior to start of video conference call
• Interacts, schedules and works with Audio Visual contractors to troubleshoot and resolve any/all Audio Visual issues
• Responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining firm standard PCs specifically as it pertains to Audio Visual equipment. Assist with installation and removal of software applications that are Audio Visual related
• Document and share Audio Visual expertise with departmental colleagues
• Creates Service Desk tickets with all necessary detail especially if being passed on to other support teams and timely follow-up to all assigned Service Desk tickets
• Provides recording services for meetings and presentations
• Interacts directly with users to provide remote – phone based/web based, and or in-room support/troubleshooting for real time and scheduled videoconferences, as well as effective and timely remedy based trouble call management and escalations
• Maintains inventory of all audio and video equipment and provides maintenance as needed
• Utilizes Firm ticket tracking system (ServiceNow) for all setups and incidents related to Service Desk requests
• Assists Desk Side support when available, where applicable
• Provides on-going training to local IT staff to maintain a high level of knowledge and appropriate backup support
• Performs other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives

 

Education/Training/Certifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job

 

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of two years of related work in a professional environment, required
• Proven track record delivering professional AV/VC solutions either to the industry itself or in a professional services environment, required

 

Technical Skills: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, required
• Comprehensive technical understanding of all AV/VC technologies, specifically: Cisco Video Conferencing systems, Control Hub, Webex, Teams and Zoom
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• An in-depth knowledge of audio and sound desk related equipment for the production of live/recorded events
• Understanding of network protocols including H.323, SIP, E.164 and QoS

 

 

Performance Traits :

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all levels of the Firm and outside vendors
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support the demanding needs of the Firm
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
• Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative
• Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
• Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with basic network related terminology (e.g. hub, switch, jacks, etc.). Familiarity with diagnosing/resolving basic network related issues and with layout of a typical LAN closet
• Flexible for overtime with short notice

 

Physical Requirements:

• May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.
• May require travel to other offices as needed

 

The typical New York pay scale for this position is between $85,300 and $98,100, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate’s education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified. 

 

The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

 

The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

 

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401 (k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

 

Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email  uslateralrecruiting@mayerbrown.com . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

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