Provide hands-on involvement in all aspects of Olympic College productions.

Collaborate with the Olympic College Events Coordinator regarding facility use for events.

Troubleshoot and resolve problems with theatre equipment.

Supervise students, community, and professional crews in their use of the theatre.

Maintain the theatre and its equipment in good working order.

Research and budget upgrades to theatre equipment to provide students with opportunities to work with equipment used in professional work environments.

Develop and teach technical theatre courses aimed at preparing students for employment in technical theatre.

Supervise student interns from the technical theatre program.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Theatre or a related field with equivalent theatrical experience.
• Professional theatrical production experience (see key competencies below).
• Teaching experience at the college level OR significant professional experience with demonstrated instructional or mentoring capability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Community or technical college teaching experience.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first-generation college students and military-affiliated students.
• Master's degree in Theatre or a related field.
• Experience developing curriculum.

Key Competencies:
Demonstrate technical theatre expertise across multiple production areas; strong leadership, project management, communication, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills; the ability to work safely with theatre equipment and facilities; and the ability to provide students with practical, workforce-oriented technical theatre experience. Competencies include:

• Strong working knowledge of theatre set construction and tools used in construction.
• Knowledge of costume and drapery construction.
• Experience with rigging systems, including counterweight and winch systems, and competence in their safe use.
• Understanding of theatre lighting, including hanging, focusing, and programming lighting consoles.
• Knowledge of theatre sound, including wireless microphones, musical production, and digital consoles.
• Experience setting up and operating video playback systems for presentations.

In addition, the successful candidate will have:

• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with minimal support.
• Ability to work as a team member and maintain a positive attitude in times of stress.
• Evidence of working with students in a safe and friendly environment.
• Ability to work on and operate ladders and lifts.
• Ability to lift, push, or maneuver 50-70 pounds repeatedly, either alone or with assistance from others.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

This is a full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary range listed represents an annual compensation range. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.

Full-Time Faculty qualify for the following benefits. Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, leave - sick/personal leave, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare based on space availability.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to hiring, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required for WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment, including but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, Building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

Olympic College

Human Resources

1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 - 5th Floor

Bremerton, WA 98337

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic

Provide hands-on involvement in all aspects of Olympic College productions.

Collaborate with the Olympic College Events Coordinator regarding facility use for events.

Troubleshoot and resolve problems with theatre equipment.

Supervise students, community, and professional crews in their use of the theatre.

Maintain the theatre and its equipment in good working order.

Research and budget upgrades to theatre equipment to provide students with opportunities to work with equipment used in professional work environments.

Develop and teach technical theatre courses aimed at preparing students for employment in technical theatre.

Supervise student interns from the technical theatre program.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Theatre or a related field with equivalent theatrical experience.
• Professional theatrical production experience (see key competencies below).
• Teaching experience at the college level OR significant professional experience with demonstrated instructional or mentoring capability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Community or technical college teaching experience.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first-generation college students and military-affiliated students.
• Master's degree in Theatre or a related field.
• Experience developing curriculum.

Key Competencies:
Demonstrate technical theatre expertise across multiple production areas; strong leadership, project management, communication, troubleshooting, and collaboration skills; the ability to work safely with theatre equipment and facilities; and the ability to provide students with practical, workforce-oriented technical theatre experience. Competencies include:

• Strong working knowledge of theatre set construction and tools used in construction.
• Knowledge of costume and drapery construction.
• Experience with rigging systems, including counterweight and winch systems, and competence in their safe use.
• Understanding of theatre lighting, including hanging, focusing, and programming lighting consoles.
• Knowledge of theatre sound, including wireless microphones, musical production, and digital consoles.
• Experience setting up and operating video playback systems for presentations.

In addition, the successful candidate will have:

• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with minimal support.
• Ability to work as a team member and maintain a positive attitude in times of stress.
• Evidence of working with students in a safe and friendly environment.
• Ability to work on and operate ladders and lifts.
• Ability to lift, push, or maneuver 50-70 pounds repeatedly, either alone or with assistance from others.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

This is a full-time faculty position contracted on an annual basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary will be prorated to reflect the actual contract days remaining in the academic year. The salary range listed represents an annual compensation range. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments may be a part of the instructional load.

Full-Time Faculty qualify for the following benefits. Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Retirement option between SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA or Department of Retirement Systems Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, leave - sick/personal leave, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration for on-site childcare based on space availability.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to hiring, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required for WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter, describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment, including but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, Building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

Olympic College

Human Resources

1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 - 5th Floor

Bremerton, WA 98337

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic