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• This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.

Northern Arizona University's College of Arts & Letters is now hiring Technical Director to oversee the smooth technical operation of three performing arts venues. Located on Northern Arizona University’s Flagstaff Campus and reporting to the Manager, Theater & Public Events, this position is responsible for overseeing all technical production requirements for concerts & recitals, public events, and an annual opera.

Production & Staging - 25%

• Helps to plan, select, and create work methods, work procedures, workflow, and standards for quantity and quality of work on stage. Directs and/or executes all stage work.
• Executes lighting and sound systems; coordinates the installation of stage scenery/props and/or lighting using ETC consoles.
• Coordinates with artists or production representatives and reviews technical riders to ascertain technical and logistical needs for the production; determines feasibility and makes arrangements for special staging, rental equipment, special effects, and Coordinates, supervises, and executes the stage and equipment set up and the loading and unloading of trucks.
• Coordinates, supervises, and executes the safe operation and maintenance of lighting, sound systems, rigging systems, and power sources on a regular basis.

Facilities Oversight - 25%

• Coordinates, monitors, and oversees all maintenance and repair of facilities done in house, by NAU’s Facilities Services, or outside contractors.
• Liaises with and provide input to designers and contractors concerning technical performance venue aspects of major remodels, renovations, construction projects, or equipment installation and upgrade.

Supervision - 25%

• Trains and supervises student stage crew employees.
• Provides on-site supervision of events to ensure technical production requirements are met.

Administration - 20%

• Prepares reports such as event evaluations, industrial injury summaries and expenditure summaries for events as required.
• Recommends purchase of new or replacement equipment; orders materials for production and maintains inventory of all equipment and supplies.
• Communicates to all parties in writing regarding schedules, changes or other pertinent information.
• Estimates technical needs & associated costs for events with supervisor and facilities users.
• Determines staffing needs for events and collaborates with other Auditoria Management on crew scheduling and event staffing.
• Coordinates backstage tours as required.

Other - 5%

• Other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree in relevant field AND
• Two to three years of theater production or live event experience which includes stage management or higher levels of responsibility; OR,
• A combination of related education, experience and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements.

• Experience managing and training stage & event crew.
• Full working knowledge of sound and lighting design, practices, principles, and implementation (including the use of CAD and/or Vectorworks.
• Demonstrated proficiency running audio during live events.
• Knowledge of current information technologies systems as used in performing arts venues.
• Knowledge of set design and construction techniques.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of stage management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of modern lighting and sound equipment and technology.
• Knowledge of records administration and maintenance techniques and procedures.

Skills

• Coordination of activities and establishing priorities.
• Program development and execution; planning, developing, and implementing short and long-term goals.
• Stage production methods and techniques.

Abilities

• Communicates effectively.
• Provides technical guidance and leadership.
• Exercises good judgment and professionalism in a fast-paced setting.
• Promotes an inclusive environment.

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Anticipated salary range is $41,421 - $51,776. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the Human Resources benefits website. Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees are eligible for benefits on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date.

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. New employee on-boarding training includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

May 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

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