"Substitute – Theater Technical Specialist"

Job Description

Definition

The Substitute – Theater Technical Specialist provides technical, logistics, and instruction support to theater production and coursework by overseeing and performing technical aspects, set construction and moving, lighting, sound, special effects, and other services that support staging of theatrical productions.

Definition:
Under general supervisor, substitute employees perform a variety of work in support of a college or district program or office.
 
Non-academic, non-classified substitute: vacancy employees are appointed temporarily when recruiting to fill a permanent position. Non-academic, non-classified substitute: no vacancyemployees replace classified employees who are temporarilyabsent from duty.
Non-academic, non-classified substitute employees are not part of classified service. Non-academic, non-classified substitute employees are at-will employees, have no entitlement rights to any position in the District. Substitute employment shall not result in the displacement of Classified personnel.

Substitute non classified employees who are appointed temporarily while the District is recruiting for the permanent position may not exceed 130 working days within a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
Substitute non classified employees who are temporarily replacing a classified employee may not exceed 160 working days within a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).

*Retired CalPERS Annuitants: may not exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30)*
 
 
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Oversees, coordinates, and arranges the staging of theatrical lighting, sound, video and other equipment and/or assets, as required for individual performances. Collaborates on the production needs for plays and other events, including sound and lighting requirements.
• Constructs stage scenery. Prepares working drawings and floor plans for stage sets and setups. Positions scenery and sets for optimal stage lighting and sound effects. Writes lighting cues and other instructions for student and technician use.
• Provides on-site technical staging expertise at theatrical events, providing guidance and assistance to theatrical groups and personnel with regard to staging concepts, processes, and techniques.
• Designs scenery and lighting as needed for theater productions and lighting for other events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.

Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 – Code of Professional Ethics.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 
Knowledge and Skills
The knowledge required will vary depending on the nature of the assignment.
 
Abilities
The abilities required will vary depending on the nature of the assignment.
Physical Abilities
The physical abilities required will vary depending on the nature of the assignment.
 
Education and Experience

The position requires an Associate’s degree in a theater-related discipline and five years of experience, which may be concurrent, providing technical support to theater productions. A Bachelor’s degree in theatre-related arts is preferred. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

Licenses and Certificates

Requires a valid California driver license.

Work Conditions
Work is performed indoors where safety considerations exist from physical labor and working with electricity and power tools.

Conditions of Employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Non-academic, non-classified substitute: vacancy employees are appointed temporarily when recruiting to fill a permanent position. Non-academic, non-classified substitute: no vacancyemployees replace classified employees who are temporarilyabsent from duty.
 
Non-academic, non-classified substitute employees are not part of classified service. Non-academic, non-classified substitute employees are at-will employees, have no entitlement rights to any position in the District. Substitute employment shall not result in the displacement of Classified personnel.
 
Substitute non classified employees who are appointed temporarily while the District is recruiting for the permanent position may not exceed 130 working days within a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
 
Substitute non classified employees who are temporarily replacing a classified employee may not exceed 160 working days within a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).

*Retired CalPERS Annuitants: may not exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30)*
 
 
Employment is contingent upon verification of employment history, background verification as governed under Education Code requirements, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the CCCD Board of Trustees. Short term/temporary assignments do not offer fringe benefits or pay for holidays or time not worked.

The hours of work and effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. Please note that early evening availability is desirable.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individual's interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Application materials must be electronically submitted on-line at www.cccd.edu/employment. Incomplete applications and application materials submitted by mail will not be considered.

Additional Information

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
 
To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet. A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A current Resume (uploaded as a separate attachment - PDF recommended)
3. Answers to ALL Supplemental Questions, if any (please provide clear and detailed responses, where applicable, as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, put "see resume" or "N/A", or leave blank).

Candidates will also be responsible for all travel expenses if selected for an interview, the Coast Community College District does not reimburse for candidate travel expenses.
 
Disability Accommodations
If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling (714) 438-4714.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The work environment characteristics 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.
• A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request.

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services. Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs.
Since it's founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.