Role Statement
The Position Digital Life Technician, Multimedia Systems Department and Digital Media Systems Department; Division Digital Life Division Classification Grade 3; Value Range 1 Position Type Full-time, Fixed-term until 30 June 2021 Salary Range $67,866 per annum; paid pro-rata (Base of Grade) Position Number MV/3028 Reports to Manager, Digital Media Systems Date Prepared February 2019
Purpose of this Position This position provides specialist technical knowledge and skills to facilitate the delivery and operational oversight of multimedia products and services across all Museums Victoria locations. The role supports the implementation of Museums Victoria’s One Digital Life strategy and the goals of the organisation’s Strategic Plan 2017-2025.
Primary Accountability This position is accountable for designing, developing, procuring, installing and maintaining digital media delivery systems, technical infrastructure and digital content in designated galleries, touring exhibitions and public areas; as well as providing audio-visual and multimedia support for multiple stakeholders across the organisation.
Duties 1. Design, develop and implement multimedia systems which meet the needs of a broad range of stakeholders across Museums Victoria. 2. In alignment with the One Digital Life strategy: research, test and specify appropriate multimedia systems to deliver technologies and experiences to Museums Victoria standards. Ensure the realisation of technical project briefs and contribute to the other technical requirements of museum projects as required. 3. Specify the electrical and network requirements of technical project briefs and prepare documentation for the procurement and scheduling of necessary works. 4. Play a lead role in the realisation of the One Digital Life strategic plan through the development and maintenance of partnerships with key stakeholders, including designers, developers and producers, so as to ensure project milestones are met.Ensure operational upkeep of designated gallery spaces including documentation, scheduling, procurement, repairs and reinterpretation of ageing technologies. 5. Working with relevant organisational teams, lead the procurement and acquittal of technical resources to realise the technical brief of projects. Monitor expenditure and provide reporting on asset registration, budgeting, and resource allocation. 6. Facilitate and supervise technical work teams, including casuals and contractors, as part of installation, operational maintenance or de-installation of projects. 7. Develop exhibition and gallery support and maintenance documentation for the exhibition, experience or project. 8. Prepare OH&S documentation and procedures necessary for the safe installation, deinstallation and operation of technical works so as to ensure a safe work environment.
9. In alignment with the One Digital Life strategy: research, test and specify appropriate multimedia systems that deliver technologies and experiences to Museums Victoria standards. 10. Comply with Museums Victoria's policies and procedures and with relevant legislation and regulations Note: The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, but within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.
Selection Criteria 1. Demonstrated experience in the interpretation of technical briefs and the design and implementation of digital media systems for exhibition projects. 2. Demonstrated experience in electrical and network planning for digital media systems and knowledge of electrical and network systems. 3. Wide-ranging experience in exhibition systems and processes, including knowledge of audio/visual performance and installation, show control systems, production, digital and computer technologies and their application in an exhibition environment and variety of public applications 4. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with and advise staff at all levels and work co-operatively in a team environment. 5. Demonstrated knowledge of the latest OH&S and site safety practices and experience working on an exhibition or theatrical construction site. 6. Demonstrated experience in initiating and leading small technical projects including demonstrated experience in supervising staff and contractors as well as coordinating budgets. 7. Sound research and documentation skills that have been applied to the specification of technical equipment and designs. Relevant experience in contribution to maintenance and operational documentation. 8. An ability to work to tight deadlines with minimal supervision 9. A sound knowledge of current trends and developments, including sustainability, within the exhibition and affiliated industries. An established network of industry related contacts is desirable. Organisation Context Vision People enriched by wondrous discovery and trusted knowledge. Society compelled to act for a thriving future.
Mission We create knowledge and experiences that help us make sense of the world. We exchange stories about culture, history and science and fearlessly discuss the big questions of life. We collect traces of time and place that allows us to connect the past, present and future. We make captivating physical and virtual spaces that open minds and hearts.
Values Museums Victoria’s values support our vision and shape our culture. Our values represent the essence of who we are, how we behave and what we think is important in work and in life.
Strive We are intrepid and enjoy a challenge. Embrace We are a place where everybody belongs. Explore We passionately search for bold new ideas and smarter ways of doing things. Respect We walk in the shoes of those we meet. Illuminate We ensure our knowledge, actions and decisions are visible, & welcome investigation. Sustain We nourish and care for ourselves and the things we are responsible for.
Strategic Objectives Museums Victoria provides unmissable experiences for all audiences Museums Victoria has the primary material collection that inspires and allows excellent enquiry into our region’s big contemporary and historical questions Museums Victoria engages with, welcomes and celebrates all communities Museums Victoria is a centre for technological and scientific expertise and fosters innovation to build economic value Museums Victoria is a sustainable and thriving organisation
Child Safe Organisation Museums Victoria is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of all children within our venues and through engagement in our outreach programs. We create and maintain a child safe environment. The welfare of children is a top priority and we have zero tolerance for child abuse.
Organisational Relationship It is expected that staff will work collaboratively in carrying out their duties and meeting their accountabilities.
Reporting Relationships
Reporting Relationships
Manager, Digital Multimedia Systems
Digital Life Technician, Multimedia Systems
Casual Technician, Digital Media Systems
Lateral Relationships To effectively perform the role, the incumbent must develop collegiate working relationships within the work unit team, the Department, the Division and related Departments across Museums Victoria. The incumbent must be prepared to work from each of the Museum's main sites, if required.
Inherent Physical Requirements Museums Victoria has a duty of care to all staff. If a staff member is unable to perform the physical requirements of the role, Museums Victoria will take reasonable steps to assist the staff member, or to modify the duties, so that the staff member can continue to perform the role without further detriment to their health or safety.
Physical Requirement Frequency Posture Sitting at Workstation Occasional-Frequent Standing Frequent Walking Frequent Upper Limb/Body Computer Operation Frequent tools and equipment handling Frequent Handwriting Occasional-Frequent Reaching above shoulder and bending below the knee to Frequent access equipment, files and books Occasional-Frequent Sustained neck flexion when reading documents Frequent Lifting and carrying equipment Frequent Trunk Twisting in a seated position to access drawers at the Occasional desk Bending below the knee Frequent Other Simultaneous talking on the telephone and writing down Occasional-Frequent of notes Climbing of stairs Frequent Work Environment Indoor air-conditioned offices with carpeted floors Occasional-Frequent Loading dock areas Frequent Back of house with concrete floors Frequent Gallery/public areas with mixed hard floors Frequent Outside areas with grass/gravel and concrete floors Frequent Outside and inside flights of stairs and steps Frequent Outside ramps Frequent Heritage areas with older floors and surfaces Frequent Exhibition spaces Frequent Workshops and service areas with concrete/bitumen Frequent floors Frequent Ladders and goods handling equipment usage Frequent High noise Occasional Low lighting conditions Frequent
About Role Statements As Museums Victoria evolves to meet the changing needs of the Victorian community, so will the roles required of all its staff evolve. As such, staff should be aware that this document is not intended to represent the role which the occupant will perform in perpetuity. This role statement is intended to provide an overall view of the incumbent’s role as at the date of this statement. In addition to this document, the specifics of the incumbent’s role will be described in Department work and project plans, and in performance plans developed by the incumbent and relevant supervisor as part of Museums Victoria’s performance management process.
Other Relevant Information Conditions of employment will be in accordance with the prevailing Museums Victoria Enterprise Partnership Agreement.
Days worked are any five in seven and employees may be required to work on weekends.
The occupant is required to possess a Construction Induction (Red Card) ticket or be willing to undergo training.
Museums Victoria operates from five locations: Immigration Museum, Melbourne Museum, Scienceworks, the Royal Exhibition Building and the Moreland Collection Store. Employees may be required to work from any of these locations.
Contact People & Culture Museums Victoria PO Box 666 Melbourne VIC 3001 Email: [email protected]