Contra Costa Community College District

Supervises and trains students in the use of facility-related equipment such as workshop, lighting, sound, and rigging; oversees and participates in set construction in workshop and theater areas.. Two (2) years of experience in an industry or academic technical theater setting with exposure to all facets of performing arts, including lead responsibility.. Stage lighting, audio, video, rigging and construction for a variety of theatrical productions.. Basic structural engineering, carpentry, electronics, electrical wiring, scenic painting, technical illustration, welding, rigging and rope-craft, video, construction materials and drafting.. Design and troubleshoot stage lighting, scenic presentation, electrical, rigging and general repairs.

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Position Definition To oversee and participate in the construction, maintenance and operation of stage sets and use of the theater. Distinguishing Characteristics N/A Examples of Duties/Essential Functions Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: • Provides technical direction in the operation, management and production execution in the theater and supervises use of all theatrical and stage equipment and machinery. • Confers with directors and designers on production design and viability; develops production schedule. • Constructs production elements such as scenery and props using a variety of materials like woods, metals, plastics and fabrics; operates power/hand tools and machinery. • Plans, supervises and participates in the construction and assembly of stage sets, electrical equipment, and new theater installations. • Develops and implements use of technical illustrations, drafting, descriptions, and plans for construction. • Maintains shop power/hand tools and large equipment, keeping in safe working order for staff and students to use; repairs tools and equipment when possible; seeks/contracts with outside repair businesses when necessary. • Supervises and trains students in the use of facility-related equipment such as workshop, lighting, sound, and rigging; oversees and participates in set construction in workshop and theater areas. • Provides instructional staff with appropriate teaching materials; prepares stage and classroom for instructional, campus, and community use. • Provides labor, production, and rental cost estimates. • Recommends and orders supplies and equipment; maintains, monitors and organizes inventory. • Monitors supply budget; initiates payment of invoices; monitors departmental income receipts. • Provides technical advice to groups using the theater; ensures proper, safe use and reports any misuse/damage to the facility as necessary. • Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING • Two (2) years of experience in an industry or academic technical theater setting with exposure to all facets of performing arts, including lead responsibility. EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE • Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college in theater production or a related field, or equivalent. Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of • Stage lighting, audio, video, rigging and construction for a variety of theatrical productions. • Previous and current technologies in theatrical operations such as: lighting controls and fixtures, audio processing equipment, rigging and staging systems. • Stage building materials, properties, furniture and scenery. • Tool safety and basic operational maintenance. • Proper methods, techniques, and materials for stage craft. • Basic structural engineering, carpentry, electronics, electrical wiring, scenic painting, technical illustration, welding, rigging and rope-craft, video, construction materials and drafting. • Theatrical production management and business operations including basic bookkeeping and computer skills. • Basic mathematical skills, including geometry. Minimum Qualification-Skill To N/A Minimum Qualification-Ability To • Lift, carry, push or pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs. • Accurately estimate material and labor costs. • Design and troubleshoot stage lighting, scenic presentation, electrical, rigging and general repairs. • Interpret plans, designs, and specifications; design basic stage settings. • Maintain records, logs, and inventories. • Organize and prioritize own and others’ work. • Safely operate and perform maintenance on a variety of hand and power tools. • Identify, report and resolve facility safety hazards where appropriate. • Perform mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately. • Supervise, train and lead student assistants. • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. • Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner. • Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. • Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties. Desirable Qualifications Experience with managing budgets, tracking financial expenditures and generating reports.Experience with delegating and supervising tasks assigned to student workers, including students enrolled in drama courses such as stagecraft.Excellent communications skills, interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.Working knowledge of and experience with drafting, theatrical design, construction, and theatrical equipment maintenance.Knowledge and experience in cataloging equipment and props. Job Open Date: 03/04/2024 Job Close Date: 04/05/2024 Open Until Filled No Foreign Degree and Credit Statement: In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure , all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation. Employee Benefits: Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend. Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $ and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $ (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)

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