SUBSTITUTE THEATER TECHNICIAN MANAGER

Job Summary

WEST CONTRA COSTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
THEATER TECHNICIAN MANAGER

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
Performs and is responsible for creative, skilled and technical work in a high or middle school or
other school district theater setting; supervises operation and use of theater; supervise, train and
support students, staff and outside users in the use of facility equipment, such as lighting, sound,
rigging and stage sets; coordinates scheduling and manages use of theater complex; and performs
related tasks and duties as required.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Work with internal and external users groups on various events, including scheduling
and usage.
? Determine the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging, and
special needs, necessary for events and performances presented at the facility in
advance of production dates.
? Design, set up, maintain and operate lighting and sound systems for theatre, dance,
music and other productions and projects; assist guest designers and artists with
technical matters.
? Operate, maintain, repair (or arrange for repair) and safeguard the facility and its
technical assets (equipment, tools, lighting, sound, communications, etc.)
? Coordinate with internal groups, which may include: dance recitals, plays, musicals,
holiday events, cultural shows, lectures, ceremonies, etc.
? Provide advice and guidance in renovation and upgrade projects to facility.
? Orient external user groups and visiting productions to safety, technical
characteristics and other areas of the facility operations.
? Ensure appropriate district facility permits are completed for scheduled events and
facility permits are filed.
? Coordinate with district departments, such as maintenance, operations, facility permit
office and business services, to maintain theater and operate within budgetary
constraints.
? Maintain booking calendar for rental and instructional arts use.
? Train and support student and other technica

Job Description / Essential Elements:

THEATER TECHNICIAN MANAGER

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Performs and is responsible for creative, skilled and technical work in a high or middle school or other school district theater setting; supervises operation and use of theater; supervise, train and support students, staff and outside users in the use of facility equipment, such as lighting, sound, rigging and stage sets; coordinates scheduling and manages use of theater complex; and performs related tasks and duties as required.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with internal and external users groups on various events, including scheduling and usage.
Determine the necessary technical supports, such as lighting, sound, staging, and special needs, necessary for events and performances presented at the facility in advance of production dates.
Design, set up, maintain and operate lighting and sound systems for theatre, dance, music and other productions and projects; assist guest designers and artistswith technical matters.
Operate, maintain, repair (or arrange for repair) and safeguard the facility and its technical assets (equipment, tools, lighting, sound, communications, etc.)
Coordinate with internal groups, which may include: dance recitals, plays, musicals, holiday events, cultural shows, lectures, ceremonies, etc.
Provide advice and guidance in renovation and upgrade projects to facility.
Orient external user groups and visiting productions to safety, technical characteristics and other areas of the facility operations.
Ensure appropriate district facility permits are completed for scheduled events and facility permits are filed.
Coordinate with district departments, such as maintenance, operations, facility permit office and business services, to maintain theater and operate within budgetary constraints.
Maintain booking calendar for rental and instructional arts use.
Train and support student and other technical crews on use of facility and theater equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, as needed.
Maintain inventory and order specialized supplies.
Attend events in order to supervise, monitor and assist technical aspects, which may include personally performing these duties.
Work with faculty from various disciplines to enhance academic programs.
Ensure compliance with fire code and other laws, regulations and codes.
Provide technical direction and production management for student stage managers, design teams, publicity crew, build crew and run crew.
QUALIFICATIONS

:

Knowledge of:
Academic curriculum requirements, with an emphasis on visual and performing arts and performance preparation and production.
Organization and management principles.
Stagecraft and stage operation, which includes lighting, stage carpentry, construction, sound system standard practices and techniques as they apply to audio-visual materials.
Modern business practices and district authorized software to complete duties, tasks and responsibilities.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
School and District policies, rules and regulations.
Audio / Visual, electronic and computerized sound systems and technology.
Ability to:
Teach students how to build, rig and install scenery.
Analyze and evaluate the need for technical support for various events and performances.
Plan, develop, schedule and provide technical supports required for each event or performance.
Train students to run sound boards, lighting systems and other theater equipment.
Communicate positively and effectively, orally and in writing, with district staff, patrons, parents, students, vendors and various community partners utilizing the facility.
Design lighting and sound systems appropriate to each performance or oversee stage crews and volunteers.
Work effectively and cooperatively with individuals and community groups from diverse backgrounds.
Operate small hand and power tools.
Make routine repairs and adjustments to the various types of equipment.
Supervise and direct the work of others.
Keep records and prepare related reports.
Assist in budget preparation and projections
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in theater or stage production or a closely related field.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in training, supporting and working with students (or youth) in the performing arts and its corresponding productions.
Significant experience with placement of / operation of lighting, sound and rigging equipment for stage productions.
Demonstrated experience with use, maintenance and repair of stage equipment.
Demonstrated high level of customer service with public.
Supervising and program oversight and responsibility.
Licenses or Certificates Needed:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Physical Effort / Work Environment:

Environment:
Indoor / outdoor environment.
Office setting with phones, computer work, customer contact,drop-ins and other communications.
Variable hours, including evenings and weekends.
Physical Abilities:

Employees in this position must have/be able to:
Observe safe lifting and carrying practices.
Walk, climb, stand, stoop, lift and carry sufficient to perform tasks.
Hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone with/without assistive devices.
See, hear and speak with/without assistive devices sufficient to communicate effectively with others.
Bend at the waist.
Reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; grasp.
Sit for extended periods of time with intermittent walking.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment and power tools
Drive and travel to various work and school sites.
Salary:

Schedule: 4B

Salary Range: 40

Approved by the Human Resources Department

Approved by the Board of Education

Requirements / Qualifications

Please attach a current resume and complete the edjoin application. Please refer to the job description for job duties and requirements necessary to apply for this position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:
•Bachelor's Degree in theater or stage production or a closely related field.
Experience:
•Demonstrated experience in training, supporting and working with students (or youth) in the performing arts and its corresponding productions.
•Significant experience with placement of / operation of lighting, sound and rigging equipment for stage productions.
•Demonstrated experience with use, maintenance and repair of stage equipment.
•Demonstrated high level of customer service with public.
•Supervising and program oversight and responsibility.
Licenses or Certificates Needed:
•Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Comments and Other Information

Please refer to the job description for job duties and requirements necessary to apply for this position. Contact Trinity Cartwright at [email protected] for more information. We are currently hiring for substitute basis and permanent assignments.

Per Contract agreement, current WCCUSD employees will be considered first for vacant positions.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The West Contra Costa Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator: Jose Espinoza, 1108 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801, (510) 231-1118, [email protected] and Section 504 Coordinator: Darlene Almeida, 1108 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801, (510) 307-4535, [email protected].

Declaracin de No Discriminacin:

El Distrito Escolar Unificado de West Contra Costa prohbe la discriminacin, la intimidacin, el acoso (incluyendo el acoso sexual) o la intimidacin en base a las caractersticas reales o percibidas de descendencia, color, discapacidad, gnero, identificacin con un gnero determinado, expresin de pertenencia a un gnero, estado migratorio, nacionalidad, raza u origen tnico, adems de sexo, orientacin sexual o asociacin con una persona o grupo de personas con una o ms de estas caractersticas ya sean reales o percibidas.

Para preguntas o quejas, comunquese con el personal de la Oficial de Cumplimiento de la Equidad/Coordinadora del Ttulo IX: Jose Espinoza, 1108 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801, (510) 231-1118, [email protected] y con la Coordinadora de la Seccin 504: Darlene Almeida, 1108 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801, (510) 307-4535, [email protected].
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