Virtual Reality Lab Technical Specialist

Position Title:

Virtual Reality Lab Technical Specialist

Job Description:

The Virtual Reality and Immersive Technology Technical Specialist will provide professional technical expertise, guidance and advice in the area of immersive technology for the delivery of technical activities within the Virtual Reality Lab at Hinds Community College.

To support students from across the college, by providing support for student learning, informal, and formal training and instruction, and the development of proficiency of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality application development, 360º video, motion capture, immersive entertainment, and relevant platforms, tools, and methodologies.

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Virtual Reality Lab Technical Specialist

REPORTS TO: Director of Workforce Innovation

DEPARTMENT: Workforce Development

EXEMPT: Yes

VICE PRESIDENT: VP of Workforce Development

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

The Virtual Reality and Immersive Technology Technical Specialist will provide professional technical expertise, guidance and advice within immersive technology for the delivery of technical activities within the Virtual Reality Lab at Hinds Community College.

To support students from across the college, by providing support for student learning, informal, and formal training and instruction, and the development of proficiency of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality application development, 360º video, motion capture, immersive entertainment, and relevant platforms, tools, and methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Associate Degree in relevant field, such as:
  • Interaction Design
  • Games Design
  • 3D Computer Animation
  • Creative Computing
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Electronics Engineering
• Experience in at least three (3) of the following areas:
  • VR, AR or games development
  • Mobile app development
  • Physical computing
  • Commercial A/V hardware installation
  • Projection mapping
  • 360º video post-production
  • Sound design for games or entertainment
• Experience of teaching and/or demonstrating techniques related to VR, game development, A/V hardware or programming.
• Experience of working in Windows and macOS at both GUI and CLI levels
• Experience of specialist software
• Experience leading small group training, working with young people, or delivering technical concepts required.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience with video-conference training and presentations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices. 
• Manage the daily operation and maintenance of Virtual Reality Lab equipment.
• Support Hinds Community College faculty in use of the Virtual Reality Lab as part of a course or individual projects for students involved in their coursework.
• Assist in the delivery of Virtual Reality Lab programs, including learning experiences for K-12 schools, community, business and industry, Hinds Community College students, and public groups in the Virtual Reality Lab.
• Assist in the training/management of all staff, volunteers, interns, and guests on the use of the Virtual Reality Lab software, computers and manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in coordinating all volunteers, and interns working in the Virtual Reality Lab.

• Liaison for technical support regarding Virtual Reality Lab hardware and software.
• Assist in development of training materials, procedures, project guides, etc. for use in Virtual Reality Lab, as well as development of a Virtual Reality Lab resource portfolio.
• Support development of all Virtual Reality Lab camps and workshops from development, to documentation and instruction.
• Assist Hinds Community College staff and corporate partners in complet