Coordinator, Stage Operations

Requisition Number: S2840P

Home Org Name: Theater and Dance

Division Name: College of Liberal Arts

Job Class Code: EH15

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

The Auburn Department of Theatre & Dance seeks to hire a Coordinator, Stage Operations in the area of lighting and sound.

With around 100 majors, the Department of Theatre & Dance offers a B.A. in theatre as well as B.F.A degrees in performance, musical theatre, design & technology, and theatre management. The department is housed in a dedicated theatre facility including a 365-seat house with proscenium/thrust stage, a black box performance space, studio theatre, design studio, fully equipped shops, two dance/movement studios, a smart classroom, and computer lab.

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Essential Functions

• Oversee and lead students and student employees in the execution and construction of set and lighting designs.
• Serve as lead carpenter and electrician for all season productions.
• Oversee all non-Auburn University Theatre groups and personnel using Auburn University Theatre facilities, ensuring safety and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Ensure the immediate safety of students and student employees in accordance with shop safety standards.
• Ensures the maintenance and availability of lighting and sound inventory.
• Evaluate practicum students and provide feedback to faculty.
• Excellent communication skills are required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Level I: Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or related field with no experience.

Level II: Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or related field plus 2 years experience in technical theatre support or theatrical set construction. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Level III: Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or related field plus 4 years experience in technical theatre support or theatrical set construction. Experience must include at least 2 years at the preceding level or equivalent.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

Certification or Licensure Requirements:
CPR

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Job occasionally requires sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and

lifting more than 100 pounds.

Minimum License and Certifications

CPR

Salary Range: $31,100 – $56,900

Job Category: Arts/Museum

City position is located in

Auburn

State position is located

AL

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.