TECHNICAL EVENT SPECIALIST

Position Number:

S-3567

Position Summary:

Responsible for assisting University Events with the on-site supervision of technical operations related to the setup, production, and breakdown of events and engagements. Responsible for operating and maintaining complex audio and theatrical lighting systems.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in production services including audio, lighting, staging and rigging.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and project a positive and calm attitude.
• Willingness to work varied hours due to production schedule.
• Ability to problem-solve, lead, instruct, handle a large variety of details and to work with all levels of organization.
• High level of energy and ability to relate well to others.
• Ability to convert complex technical knowledge into manageable daily instructions.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree.
• Student supervisory experience.
• Computer expertise.
• Experience in event production in a university setting.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides technical expertise for event production and reviews technical manuals for application.
• Assists in the management of production equipment and facilities for use compliance.
• Maintains equipment inventory, troubleshoots equipment malfunctions, and recommends equipment expenditures if necessary.
• Completes duties and responsibilities in compliance with departmental standards, policies, and guidelines and adheres to timely documentation and assessment.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Employee Group: Supervisory Technical
Staff Pay Level: 4
Pay Range: $14.50 - $23.00 per hour, estimated starting rate: $14.50 - $17.00
Division: Finance and Administrative Services
Department: University Events
Position Status: Regular
Position End Date:
Employment Status: Full-Time
FTE: 1.0
Position Type: 12 month
Weekly Work Schedule: VARIED
Location: 1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, Michigan, 48859
Posting Ends:
Open Until Filled: Yes