Covid Safety Officer

Covid Safety Officer

Job Summary

Pioneer Theatre Company (PTC) is a professional theatre in residence at the University of Utah. The Company’s COVID
Safety Officer (CSO) oversees the implementation of all COVID-related efforts within
PTC and continues to develop and implement protocols as circumstances evolve and requirements by affiliated
creative unions change. The CSO will collaborate with all PTC Departments to keep the
safety of all employees a top priority. 

Responsibilities
Areas of Responsibility:

• Receive Arts & Sciences COVID Compliance Officer training and certification provided by the theatre.
• Teach all COVID training
  sessions.
• Work with production and department heads to ensure that all departments are following guidelines.
• Stay informed
  regarding COVID practices amongst the theatre sector, as well as CDC, University of Utah, and local guidelines to make sure protocols are up
  to date.
• In collaboration with management and production teams, oversee the implementation of COVID screening and testing of
  employees, actors, creatives, and others.
• The CSO will isolate and report any testing group member who develops symptoms of
  COVID-19 in the theatre, in accordance with the AEA Fully Vaccinated Safety Rider. In the event that a production group member tests
  positive for COVID-19, the CSO will enact the protocols laid out in the Rider.
• Collaborate with Company Management to ensure that
  custodial staff is cleaning and sanitizing workspaces in accordance with protocols. The CSO will sanitize high-touch areas and items
  throughout the day but will not be responsible for providing regular custodial services.
• Maintain up-to-date records of staff
  testing and meet all state and county reporting requirements.
• Manage and track PPE and test inventory.
• May schedule and
  oversee other COVID Safety team members for rehearsals and productions.

A Successful Candidate

Covid Safety
Management has recently emerged as an occupation in the performing arts sector. Experience in the field is not expected nor required. A
successful candidate will have the following:

• Knowledge of or experience working in a theatre or equivalent experience
• Current knowledge of COVID protocols for the performing arts sector
• Familiarity with Actors Equity Associations COVID protocols
  and those of the other creative unions
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent
  organizational/project management skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and approach to all responsibilities
• Ability to quickly adapt to the needs of the organization and employees, as protocols change.
• A commitment to working with
  diverse groups in terms of gender expression, race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, and class.

DISCLAIMER
This job
description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications
required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously:
Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing,
listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum
Qualifications
Six years related experience or equivalency (1 year of college education is equivalent to 2 years of related work
experience). Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Bachelors degree in a related area is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position
description.

Preferences

Special Instructions
Refer any questions to 801-581-6222 or
801-581-6960.

Requisition Number: PRN12050N
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Work schedule based on rehearsal and performance schedules, which exceed 40 hours per week when in rehearsal. This is a job-sharing
opportunity for 2 or 3 people to cover all hours. Season ends mid-June.
Department: 00072 – Pioneer Theatre Company
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 15.00 to 18.00
Close Date:
Open Until Filled:

To
apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/128012

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