MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

1299 BRYANT AVENUE

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA 94040

CLASS TITLE:  THEATER FACILITIES COORDINATOR

BASIC FUNCTION:  Under the general supervision of a site administrator this person will instruct, train and supervise students and other theater employees relating to theatre equipment and facilities. This person will oversee the use of the theatres by all users and will coordinate/organize technical aspects for any productions or other uses of the theater to ensure the safety of equipment, students, personnel and the general public, according to district regulations.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Instruct, train and supervise student assistants and other employees, community groups and other users in technical theater practices.  The majority of employee time will be spent on instructing and training others on the use and equipment of the theatre. 

Frequent exercise of discretion and judgment in comparing and evaluating options and making decisions for the most effective use of the theater facilities, equipment, individuals, and other resources

Use specialized theater knowledge to provide technical direction and control over all theater systems including sound, lighting, projection, rigging, counterweight system, and front of house procedures involved with productions with emphasis on safety

Supervise students, employees, community groups, and other users during rehearsals and performances

Act as community spokesperson for theater productions

Carry out daily inspections for security and safety

Develop, recommend to site administrator, and implement a system to schedule use of the theater

Assist in development of theater goals and procedures

Oversee and assure that staff assignments and responsibilities have been performed and completed

Handle concerns and complaints from theater users

Supervise and/or perform routine maintenance and repairs to the building and the equipment, sound, lighting, counterweight system

Advise site administrator and District Superintendent on equipment needs and facility improvement

Identify and report other needs for maintenance to the site manager

Oversee the handling and/or handle production related paperwork and communication with the various users of the facilities to ensure optimal use of facility and equipment

Represent district at community advisory groups and organizations of other theater related groups

Develop rules and policies for use of facility and equipment

Establishes and maintains effective relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties

Perform other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

Specialized knowledge of and experience with theater productions, facilities, equipment and practices

Specialized knowledge of and experience with stagecraft and stage operations, including lighting, sound, rigging and other stage equipment, and theater safety

Supervision and management skills

Communication and problem-solving skills

Relevant Board policies, procedures, and administrative regulations

Proper English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation

PC computers, including word-processing, spreadsheet, and data base software, and desktop publishing

Ability to:

Maintain cooperative working relationships with all users of the facilities

Be productive, flexible, and organized despite frequent interruptions

Plan, organize, and prioritize workload so as to meet established timelines

Communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written forms with administrators, staff, students, parents and the community at large

Work effectively with little or no supervision

Supervise, instruct and train personnel and students in a variety of technical and procedural matters

Ability to handle routine problem-solving maintenance and repairs to theater and the equipment, sound, lighting, counterweight system; best technical service within the limits of the auditorium facilities

Operate PC’s in a Windows environment using various word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, and data base software

Communicate with positive, diplomatic direction, with students, faculty, district and community members

Meet physical/and or mental requirements associated with tasks outlined in this position description

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:          

College training or experience in theater arts preferred with emphasis in technical theatre. Experience should cover a wide range of duties with increasing responsibilities.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance

Evidence of TB clearance

Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and acceptable driving record and qualification for insurability by the District’s insurance carrier

WORKING CONDITIONS:

School office and theater environment; subject to frequent interruptions.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

As part of instructing and training others on use of theater facilities and equipment, this job involves demonstrating techniques and use of equipment which includes standing for long periods, climbing, pulling, lifting, bending and heavy physical labor. 

Indoor environment

Work under pressure of deadlines and time constraints with frequent interruptions

Must be flexible in work schedule and may be required to work outside of regular work hours.