Immediately Need Media Circulation Program Manager, Media Communications & Technology, UC Blue Ash College in Cincinnati, OH

Job title: Media Circulation Program Manager, Media Communications & Technology, UC Blue Ash College

Company: University of Cincinnati

Job description: Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors



Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to nearly 48,000 students, about 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?



With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.



About UC Blue Ash



The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College invites applications for our Media Circulation Program Manager position in the Media Communications & Technology department. This is a full-time staff position.



The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College is one of the largest regional colleges in Ohio and one of the most diverse colleges at the University of Cincinnati. The college is in Blue Ash, Ohio fifteen miles north of the uptown campus, on 135 acres in a park-like setting. We offer primarily associate degrees in career and transition programs, as well as general education courses and technical baccalaureate degrees to approximately 5,100 students. We value excellent teaching and personalized student support to help students achieve their goals, whether the goal is to enter a career or to continue education. The college is a recipient of the Cincinnati Business Courier 2021 Best Places to Work award.



Job Overview



The Media Circulation Manager will be responsible for maintaining, circulating, and providing tutorial instruction for the following types of media production equipment: audio recording equipment and peripherals such as microphones, speakers and system connections; still photography and video recording equipment such as cameras, monitors, tripods and other camera supports, lighting kits and related accessories; image and sound editing equipment such as laptop computer systems, input and output peripherals, and production software such as Adobe Creative Suite.



This program manager is responsible for expanding and enhancing the technology that Media Communications & Technology (MCT) students have access to for engaging in media production. This position is the office manager of the Media Circulation office.



Essential Functions

• Oversee the management and maintenance of existing equipment and resources, as well as the deployment of new circulating resources and the removal of resources from circulation.


• Train, maintain, assess, and improve student staff proficiency on MCT systems management (reservation, check out, inventory) and maintain internal/external systems documenting MCT procedures.


• Recruiting, training, and supervising the student staff; and creating, implementing, and assessing MCT circulation policies and procedures.


• Maintenance of the full range of media equipment and be able to serve as a tutor for our students in the use of the equipment.


• Working collaboratively with the Department Chair, faculty, and other staff to maximize the quality of the experience of MCT students using the department's circulating resources.


• Using the department's asset tracking software (EZOffice Inventory) perform periodic inventories, compile statistics, and prepare reports.


• In collaboration with other department faculty and staff, develop and maintain systems for monitoring equipment usage data for program needs.


• Interact and serve as a liaison for the Department with College and University offices, students, and external partners.


• Assist the department with scheduling needs and general office requests to ensure that all departmental circulation needs are met in a timely manner.


• Perform duties based on Department need.


• Assist in the support of other administrative or academic departments as needed.

• Bachelor's Degree

• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

• Recent supervisory experience, particularly with student employees.


• Experience with media production, particularly in graphics, audio, and video disciplines.


• Strong commitment to innovative and responsive services.


• Experience with operational management.


• Demonstrated work experience serving a diverse user population.


• Working knowledge of EZOffice Inventory (asset tracking software).


• An educational or experiential background in media production.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

• Cover letter that describes how you are uniquely qualified for this position.


• CV/resume


• A list of at least three (3) references including contact information.

• Competitive salary range of $47,000 - $50,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.


• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.


• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.


• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.


• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.


• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.


• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

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