Search Number: PJ # 6037 About The Position The vita bank exists to provide a pool of candidates who might be available to fill anticipated positions as needed in the costume shop. The Department of Theatre at Plattsburgh State University is a small liberal arts department (3 faculty, 2 staff) with approximately 35 majors. The department currently produces two mainstage and several secondary productions each year. Required Qualifications Advanced sewing skills required, inexperienced need not
apply; the ability to work flexible hours safely and congenially under tight deadlines and High School diploma are also required. Preferred Qualifications Person should have ability to fabricate exact duplicate of drawing or sketches to designer's specifications with or without existing patterns. Knowledge of alterations, pattern making, flat pattern, draping skills, basic millinery and figure adjustment a must. Previous costume shop or tailoring work highly preferred. About Our University The College's 256-acre campus sits on the edge of the city's downtown area. Plattsburgh is home to a variety of arts and cultural venues, including the nearly 100-year-old Strand Theatre. Our active waterfront location features a small town feel combined with the advantages and opportunities of a larger urban center. The Plattsburgh area offers excellent schools, a vast health network and elder care services, along with wide retail offerings. It is an emerging home to microbreweries, wineries, community supported agriculture and more. The campus is within easy traveling distance to Montreal, Quebec; Lake Placid, N.Y.; and Burlington, V.T. Special Instructions to Applicants Review of applications begins immediately and will continue on a periodic basis. Qualified candidates may be retained in a pool for future vacancies. Please submit cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 current references. EEO Statement SUNY Plattsburgh is an equal opportunity employer, committed to excellence through diversity. As an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor subject to VEVRAA, SUNY Plattsburgh complies with hiring regulations regarding sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, age and veteran status.
