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Job Details for Audiovisual & Courtroom Technology Supervisor

Court Name/Organization District of New Jersey
Overview of the Position The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey is seeking a highly experienced Audiovisual & Courtroom Technology Supervisor who is a goal-oriented, organized, team-focused self-starter for the Court’s audiovisual systems and works collaboratively with those responsible for telecommunications and other system/network services. The incumbent is under the direction of the Director of Information Technology. They will perform supervisory, technical, and professional work related to the area of Audiovisual Information Technology. **Note: Travel will be required to the other offices weekly in coordination with the audiovisual team. Depending on projects and the needs of the court, extended time may be needed in a specific office. Travel milage and tolls will be reimbursed as allowed per the Judiciary travel regulations.
Location Newark, Trenton, NJ
Opening and Closing Dates 08/01/2025 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type Permanent
Classification Level/Grade CL 28 - CL 29
Salary $83,545 - $161,486
Link to Court Careers Information https://njduscourts.app.box.com/hubs/43784762?s=9riww4opva8karo32892pta7jd88bi04
Announcement Number 25-18
Link to Job Announcement

Position Description

The Audiovisual & Courtroom Technology Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and participating in the day-to-day audiovisual functions of the Court, working closely with the Information Technology team, Judges, Clerk’s office staff, vendors, prisons, and GSA. Some of the duties to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Oversee and direct the installation and maintenance of the Court’s audiovisual systems - videoconferencing, audioconferencing, digital recording, courtroom sound systems, structured cabling, virtual conferencing, and all other audiovisual systems
  • Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, analyze, and coordinate the activities and functions of the audiovisual team
  • Foster and maintain an environment that promotes high morale, productivity, and quality work. Provides high-level customer service and interacts effectively with judges and chambers staff.
  • Establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with vendors, contractors, co-workers, and other NJ agencies
  • Supervise a team of two subject matter experts in the same technical field
  • Routine travel between the Camden, Newark and Trenton divisional offices required
  • Recommend and provide expert advice about the implementation of a district-wide audiovisual strategic, short-term and long-term, plan; Develop budget justification for system equipment, up-grades, and normal operations; Lead and oversee audiovisual enhancement projects district-wide.
  • Plan and coordinate activities to carry out audiovisual projects and meet Court goals in the areas of courtroom technology, conference rooms, remote meetings, and streamed events
  • Supervise the audiovisual support team and ensure service expectations are met
  • Design audiovisual solutions with technical requirements and/or work with hired designer and work with the NJD Procurement team to solicit quotes from qualified contractors as required
  • Manage audiovisual projects and support tasks to include allocation of resources, budget tracking, contracts, and status reports
  • Coordinate all activities associated with the timely, accurate, and on-budget completion of each project, according to established project management procedures
  • Create and maintain standard system designs for Court audiovisual systems to include technical drawings, standards, system programming, and cyclical replacement plans
  • Troubleshoot and repair audiovisual systems promptly while acting as a final escalation resource
  • Manage and participate in setting up overflow rooms, streaming and recording Court ceremonies and events; has knowledge of concepts and oversees activities supporting video ‘production and editing’
  • Provide colleagues with professional, technical training and documentation in all areas concerning audiovisual implementations, tools in use, and utilities
  • Demonstrate day-to-day adherence with change management concepts and practices
  • Provide follow-up reports (technical findings, feedback, resolution steps taken) for RootCause Analysis, engineering technical assessment, and process improvement initiatives
  • Support operations across multiple geographic locations and networks
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
To qualify for the Audiovisual & Courtroom Technology Supervisor position, a candidate must have a minimum of five years progressively responsible specialized experience related to the technical aspects of voice processing systems, audiovisual systems, IP protocols and their use in videoconferencing, and the integration of these systems with existing data networks, including the accomplishment of complex project assignments that involve systems analysis, design, programming, implementation, integration, management, and team leadership.

At least one of the five years of experience must have been specialized experience in supervisory or managerial professional work that provided an opportunity to acquire a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, policies, and theories of management.

  • Extensive technical knowledge and experience in working with audio visual systems, and their design, including terminology and methodology; Knowledge of diagrams, schematics, and architectural drawings.
  • Extensive experience in Project Management
  • Strong audio and video over IP experience (VoIP, Dante, AVB, Crestron NVX, Visionary Solutions, Cobranet, streaming protocols, multicast, unicast, RTMP, RTP)
  • Experience with Crestron control systems (programming a plus)
  • Experience with Audio DSP products (Biamp, Lectrosonics, QSC), wireless microphone systems (FCC frequency allocation laws), and infrared audio systems (Listen Technologies, Sennheiser, Williams Sound)
  • Video Conferencing concepts, and knowledge of Logitech and Cisco Video products
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, addressing, VLANs, and Switches
  • Experience with Zoom and Teams video service, SIP/H323, Cisco Meeting Server
  • Audio and video concepts and theory (compression, processing, balanced, unbalanced) and video formats (HDMI, Hi-Def, Digital, Analog, container vs codec)
  • Self-starter with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, professional demeanor, and ability to exercise sound judgment
  • Excellent organizational skills, including managing multiple high-impact projects and priorities within strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, including skills in advising and training non-automation personnel in automation techniques and processes and communicating technical concepts and issues in non-technical terms
  • Provide exceptional customer service and troubleshooting issues both in-person and in a remote environment when users are teleworking
  • Experience ensuring the 24-7 availability of mission-critical systems
  • Critical thinking, attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to independently research and make recommendations
  • Provide backup support to the AV team
  • Must be able to work during non-business hours as required to complete urgent projects or prevent disruption to court proceedings
  • Work in a demanding environment and have reliable transportation to travel to other divisional offices, is required
  • Handle special project work assigned as needed, as well as other duties as assigned
  • The incumbent should be able to climb ladders, access equipment in tight spaces, and independently lift 40 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

  • AVIXA (InfoComm) CTS certification
  • A Bachelor’s degree in information systems or related field
  • Desirable Certifications: AVIXA, SynAudCon, CEDIA, BICSI RCDD Installation, Extron XTP Systems Technician, AV Associates, or Control Specialist/Professional, Dante Level 1,2 and 3, Biamp Tesira Forte Level 1 and 2; Crestron Core Track, Technician Certification Track (Commercial), Design Certification Track (Commercial), Programmer Certification Track (Commercial through CTI-P101)
  • The successful candidate should be highly organized, possess sound judgment, and have a high initiative
  • Current Courtroom technology experience is highly desirable

Employee Benefits

To learn more about the Judiciary’s benefits: https://www.uscourts.gov/careers/benefits

Miscellaneous

The Audiovisual & Courtroom Technology Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and participating in the day-to-day audiovisual functions of the Court, working closely with the Information Technology team, Judges, Clerk’s office staff, vendors, prisons, and GSA. Some of the duties to be performed include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Oversee and direct the installation and maintenance of the Court’s audiovisual systems - videoconferencing, audioconferencing, digital recording, courtroom sound systems, structured cabling, virtual conferencing, and all other audiovisual systems
  • Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, analyze, and coordinate the activities and functions of the audiovisual team
  • Foster and maintain an environment that promotes high morale, productivity, and quality work. Provides high-level customer service and interacts effectively with judges and chambers staff.
  • Establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with vendors, contractors, co-workers, and other NJ agencies
  • Supervise a team of two subject matter experts in the same technical field
  • Routine travel between the Camden, Newark and Trenton divisional offices required
  • Recommend and provide expert advice about the implementation of a district-wide audiovisual strategic, short-term and long-term, plan; Develop budget justification for system equipment, up-grades, and normal operations; Lead and oversee audiovisual enhancement projects district-wide.
  • Plan and coordinate activities to carry out audiovisual projects and meet Court goals in the areas of courtroom technology, conference rooms, remote meetings, and streamed events
  • Supervise the audiovisual support team and ensure service expectations are met
  • Design audiovisual solutions with technical requirements and/or work with hired designer and work with the NJD Procurement team to solicit quotes from qualified contractors as required
  • Manage audiovisual projects and support tasks to include allocation of resources, budget tracking, contracts, and status reports
  • Coordinate all activities associated with the timely, accurate, and on-budget completion of each project, according to established project management procedures
  • Create and maintain standard system designs for Court audiovisual systems to include technical drawings, standards, system programming, and cyclical replacement plans
  • Troubleshoot and repair audiovisual systems promptly while acting as a final escalation resource
  • Manage and participate in setting up overflow rooms, streaming and recording Court ceremonies and events; has knowledge of concepts and oversees activities supporting video ‘production and editing’
  • Provide colleagues with professional, technical training and documentation in all areas concerning audiovisual implementations, tools in use, and utilities
  • Demonstrate day-to-day adherence with change management concepts and practices
  • Provide follow-up reports (technical findings, feedback, resolution steps taken) for RootCause Analysis, engineering technical assessment, and process improvement initiatives
  • Support operations across multiple geographic locations and networks
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Application Info

Interested applicants may submit electronically, to the Court’s website, the following documents:

  • A cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position
  • An updated resume
  • Salary history

Please submit the above required documents to the attention of Ms. Robin A. Newman, Esq., Human Resources Manager via the following link: https://njduscourts.app.box.com/f/f3b20009f4a64297816e0ecfa216399d

We are unable to consider applications without the required documents sent as instructed above.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.