About This Role:

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for a DIRECTOR OF BROADCAST ENGINEERING, which is a full-time, salaried, benefits-eligible position.

An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

• Provide technical support for home live linear/streaming TV and videoboard events, which includes working outside in inclement weather conditions, heights of up to 50 feet, and standing for four or more hours at a time lifting, holding and/or carrying 25 lbs of equipment. A valid driver's license is also required to drive vehicles to and from locations to perform job duties.
• Work with Director of Video Services scheduling engineers to work home live linear/streaming TV and videoboard events.
• Train and evaluate student crew workers including student engineers.
• Provide regular evaluation and maintenance of control room equipment for Powercat Vision/K-State HD.TV.

Why Join Us:

K-State Athletics, Inc. is a proud member of the Big 12 Conference. We are looking for experienced applicants who want to become a member of our staff to help advance our Powercat Vision/K-State HD.TV department through hard work, knowledge, and dedication.

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-Stat, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/

The 2021 annual survey by Forbes magazine, "America's Best Employers by State List", finds Kansas State University rates among the Top 3 employers in the state and is the best university employer in Kansas.

Manhattan was ranked # 19 in "Best Small Cities (under 75,000 population) in the U.S. by NerdWallet.com for Quality of Life, Economic Health, and Affordability while Livability.com named Manhattan the #1 College Town in America in 2018. K-State Athletics is also a proud member of the Big 12 Conference.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and promotes inclusion. The University actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or a combination of education and experience
• Three years of live event production experience
• Technical experience with control room systems such as routers, switches, graphics, replays, cameras, servers, and other video related systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical experience with Ross, Evertz, EVS, RTS-Odin, DANTE, Sony cameras, and Daktronics equipment
• Knowledge of IP related infrastructure

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for four or more hours at a time holding 25 lbs of filming equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 25 lbs of equipment when required
• Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions - cold, hot, wind, rain, snow, ice, etc.
• Must be able to work at heights of up to 50 feet
• Must possess a valid driver's license at all times
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

This position holds expectations of compliance with all NCAA, Big 12 Conference, Kansas State University and K-State Athletics, Inc. rules and regulations.

How to Apply:

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:

1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
2. Resume with three professional references that includes their contact information (name, title, phone number, email address)

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled

Benefits:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
• Very competitive retirement plan
• Earned vacation and sick leave plans
• Parental leave plan
• Term life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resources

Salary Rate / Pay Rate:

$60,000 to $75,000

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee. If position is in development, business office or ticket office, the background screen will include a credit check.