Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 51017

Position Title: Audio Visual Technician I-Division of Academy and Training Logistics Bureau
Closing Date: 11/26/2025
​Agency:  Illinois State Police
Class Title: AUDIO VISUAL TECH I - 03501 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $3,802 Monthly; Full Range $3,802-$4,880 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:  

• This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
• All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
• A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
• Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

Serves as an Audio Visual Technician I, for the Division of Academy and Training; assists instructors with classroom audio/visual requests, internet, software presentations, and recordings; provides recording assistance to the Audio/Visual Unit staff for departmental special events, i.e., graduations, promotional ceremonies, award ceremonies, etc; sets up and operates audio/visual equipment throughout the state for ISP special events, i.e., funerals, bridge dedications, and graduations; creates visual presentations for ISP personnel for use in the classroom setting; assists with revising and editing recordings to ensure a high-quality product has been completed; inspects, cleans, and repairs audio/visual equipment on an as-needed basis; identifies antiquated equipment not compatible with current technology and completes the necessary documentation for surplussing the items; ensures the Audio/Visual Unit is in constant supply of materials needed for present and future projects to produce the requested instructor and class necessities; edits photos and prepares class profile books and squad sheets for cadet and recruit classes for use by Academy staff. 

About the Agency

​​The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Assembles and prepares audio/visual equipment for ISP Academy training.
• Maintains the Audio/Visual Unit property control by completing the quarterly and annual inventory process as directed.
• Responsible for maintaining all photography equipment, and coordinates with ISP Academy staff photographic shoots for classes conducted at the Academy and assists department photographer with promotional photographs.
• Responsible for creating the graphics and completion of all Divisional certificates, diplomas, graduation programs etc.
• Coordinates the loaning process of audio/visual equipment to departmental employees by ensuring the inventory is accounted for in the SAP system, completing loan documentation to include signatures of the recipients for accountability purposes.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• One-year experience in visual art techniques, visual presentation or motion picture projection and maintenance work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites i.e., PowerPoint, Word, Excel.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials and techniques of art.
• Prefers two (2) years experience operating and maintaining audio/visual equipment.
• Prefers two (2) years working knowledge of Adobe Premier.
• Prefers two (2) years experience of maintaining satisfactory working relationships with the general public.

Conditions of Employment

• Pass the Illinois State Police Background Investigation.
• Pass the Illinois State Police Drug Screen.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

  Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 3700 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62712-8609
Agency Contact: ISP.JobPostings@illinois.gov
Posting Group:  Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
• If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 
• State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 
• Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
• If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
  • State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
  • Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.
• The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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