Brief Job Overview/Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of the Stockton University Performing Arts Center (SUPAC), the Technical Coordinator oversees technical aspects of the Theater Program within the School of Arts and Humanities (ARHU) as assigned. This position works collaboratively with other Technical Coordinators to organize assigned work, develop appropriate methods for meeting goals and objectives, and design and implement improvements to support the diverse needs of the SUPAC, including mainstage performances, performing arts programs, educational programs, outreach initiatives, university events, and venue rentals. The Technical Coordinator may work in venues such as the Performing Arts Center, Experimental Theater, Campus Center Theater, and Alton Auditorium.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead technical coordination for ARHU’s Theater Program, and internal campus events/activities within performing arts facilities, ensuring production needs are met (scenic, sound, effects, costume, and property elements)
• Provide scenic design for SUPAC’s performing arts programs as assigned, not to exceed three (3) designs per academic year
• Coordinates technical contract preparation and facilities agreements for campus events/activities utilizing SUPAC facilities

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Assist fellow Technical Coordinators in their areas of lead responsibility, as assigned by the Director, to ensure smooth operations and successful productions
• Hire, schedule, train, and supervise stage crew personnel, including student workers, and track staffing expenditures, provide professional development, and implement disciplinary actions, as necessary or appropriate, based on CBUs
• Assign and supervise external production crews with titles similar or equivalent to a PSS3, during event preparation, load-ins, set-ups, performances, and load-outs, ensuring compliance by analyzing and interpreting safety standards, statutes, and codes
• Develop cost-effective production planning by identifying efficiencies and advising on resource allocation within budget limitations
• Attend meetings and rehearsals as needed to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of mounting successful productions
• Assist in event scheduling, logistical planning, and operational improvements to enhance efficiency
• Oversee maintenance, upgrades, and safety compliance for SUPAC facilities and equipment
• Maintain stage, production, and scene shop equipment, tools, and inventory
• Provide oversight and/or operational support for a prop and costume shop
• Ensure adherence to ADA compliance and other regulatory policies
• Assist faculty with training and supervising student production crews
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of SUPAC, Dean of Arts and Humanities, or Provost
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Vectorworks, or equivalent drafting and design skills
• Proficiency supervising stage crew and/or technical staff
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work flexible and extended hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed
• Ability to lift, push, or pull objects at least 50 pounds, and be able to physically lift, bend, climb ladders, and work from heights

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical theater, theater production, or a related field
• 3 years of Technical Director experience in theatrical organizations
• 3 years of hands-on experience in scenic design (scene construction, rigging, and installation) for live performances

*CNJSCL Notes on Requirements:
Education:  Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree supplemented by a Master’s degree in a field related to the position to be filled or an equivalency as determined by the appointing authority.
Experience:  Three years professional experience in an institution of higher education or in education, higher education or other field that is directly related to the functions of the position to be filled or equivalency as determined by the appointing authority.  The minimum education experience standards for positions classified under this class title will vary depending upon the requirements of the specific position to be filled.  In each case, these minimums will be determined at the discretion of the appointing authority.  Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute required experience on a year-for-year basis (30 credit hours is considered one year of college.)  A Ph.D. or an Ed.D. degree may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in technical theater, theater production, or a related field
• 5 years of Technical Director experience in theatrical organizations
• Proficient in lighting and sound system design
• Experience training or mentoring students, or early-career technicians
• Knowledge of industry safety standards, including OSHA regulations and best practices in technical theater
• Experience prioritizing resources to deliver high-quality results within budget constraints
• Strong ability to plan, coordinate, and maintain production schedules to ensure timely execution of productions and events
• Knowledge of emerging technologies in theater production