Job Description

As part of a diverse community of faculty and staff representing many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University is seeking a Theater Technical Coordinator who will promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by maintaining an active schedule of performances, conferences, and other cultural events for the Marian community and external partners. The Technical Coordinator assists in creating conditions for the success of these events and maintains the facility so that the academic integrity of the institution is preserved. The Theater Technical Coordinator reports directly to the Executive Director of University Events and Engagement. This position is a part-time, year-round position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies.
• Maintain and operate all theater systems and equipment
• Monitor, maintain, and repair the equipment including audio, lighting, lighting fixtures, lighting cables (both power and signal), sound and rigging equipment
• Provide technical support to groups using the venue
• Ensure that staff and other users of the facility follow proper safety procedures and assists in conducting safety and training programs
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the effective use of resources and staff in the technical operations of the Theater
• Train students and staff in areas of lighting, sound, special effects, installation, safety, and security as appropriate
• Assist in coordinating, scheduling, and overseeing student staff members for internal and external events
• Collaborate with the Office of University Events and Engagement to successfully identify and execute technical needs for all theatre events

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and values of Marian University
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Knowledge of theatre lighting and sound systems and equipment including: Paradigm, ETCnet, ETC Ion console, Behringer audio console, LED instruments, and SourceFour among others
• Knowledge of stage operations including lighting and sound design, audio-visual design and stage rigging
• Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, practices, and procedures involved in theatre technical operations
• Knowledge of hazards and safety practices involved in theater technical operations
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Superior organizational and time-management skills
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends

Essential Functions:
Work hours necessary to perform job requirements satisfactorily on a regular basis. Manage absence from work in responsible manner to ensure service to clients, work teams, and coworkers. Comply with Marian University policies and practices and seeking clarification of them when necessary.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use their hands to handle or feel objects, equipment, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and States Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.