Job Description

Preference will be given to qualified employees, as defined in the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement. Should a suitable candidate not be found, external candidates will be considered.

The incumbent facilitates, administers, and coordinates the operations of the equipment service centres for most of the programs within the Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design (FAAD). The incumbent curates, develops and disseminates procedures and policies to provide equipment-related support for the students\' curricular and co-curricular activities.

They are also responsible for providing data consultations regarding equipment usages and support for budgeting purposes to the Associate Deans of FAAD and provides information regarding asset inventory and distribution of equipment. The position requires a high degree of technical problem-solving ability, dexterity, and knowledge of appropriate hardware, software, and all specialized equipment for programs in the media cluster.

The incumbent ensures safe work procedures for handling equipment by students, staff, and faculty, and oversees part-time employees and work-study students working in the Central Equipment, and ensures effective coverage at the counter, based on curriculum and student needs.

What You\'ll be Doing

• Administering and providing day-to-day supervision of all equipment handlings
• Responsible for equipment sign in/out by students and faculty for classes and workshops for inventory control and updating associated records
• Analyzes problems and provides recommendations on necessary repairs, servicing and/or upgrades; coordinates maintenance and repair/upgrade activities
• Troubleshoots database errors and system glitches for employees
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures for student use of programs\' equipment.
• Supervises and evaluates the work of OWSP (Ontario Work Study Plan) students assigned to support their work in the equipment service centres
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You

You have the skills and knowledge to work with an increasingly diverse student and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion.

Your collaborative spirit is balanced with your ability to take initiative and act independently to advance initiatives.

Your creativity allows you to solve challenges and you invite new ways of thinking to help advance organizational goals.

You actively engage employees to gather ideas and input to build cohesive teams

Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to develop relationships and manage conflict.

The successful candidate will also meet the following qualifications:

• 3-year diploma/degree in Media Arts, Broadcast, TV, Film Production or related field of study
• Minimum of 5 years of experience n the field of film, television, journalism, and/or photography (Equivalency will be considered)
• Experience with production and postproduction equipment as well within database management, electrical safety and occupational health and safety.
• Computer literacy, digital workflow and familiarity with appropriate software and server managers is required.

Who We Are:

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people\'s lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2024: Galvanizing Education for a Complex World ( ), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we\'re making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

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Other Details
Faculty/Department: Animation, Arts and Design
Primary Work/Campus Location: Trafalgar (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)
Work Categorization: Resident Position - Fully on-site 5 days/week
Reference #: J0623-0203
Employee Group: Support Staff
Payband: J
Hourly Range: $39.15 - $45.38
Hours/Week: 37.5
Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Application Deadline: June 16, 2023

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan will provide job applicants with accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. To request accommodation, please contact .

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.

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