Coordinator, Properties Shop

University of Maryland•College Park, MD
•$66,620 - $69,000

About The Position

The Coordinator, Properties Shop coordinates the day-to-day operations of the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center Properties Shop. The position finds and/or produces props and ensures the safe and effective use of tools and materials in their fabrication. It coordinates volunteers, paid and unpaid student personnel, and Contingent 1 employees, and serves as the primary manager of The Clarice’s storage facility. The position promotes a safe and productive workplace by ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. Work is performed in an office environment. The role requires operating standard office equipment and keyboards, lifting and carrying small parcels, packages, and other items, walking short distances, and driving a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • One year of professional administrative or coordinator experience.
  • Additional qualifying work experience may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis, up to four years.
  • Knowledge of best practices in organization, administration, and customer service.
  • Knowledge of proper protocol when handling confidential information.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms.
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
  • Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s or MFA degree in a related field.
  • At least five years of experience in properties management for theatre, opera, and dance.
  • Knowledge of current practices and procedures in a professional performing arts setting.
  • Familiarity with current performing arts equipment and technologies.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and management skills.
  • Advanced upholstery skills; sewing skills; and advanced furniture repair and refinishing skills.
  • Experience and ability in molding and casting.
  • Basic carpentry and metalworking skills.
  • Experience and knowledge of firearms and other weapons.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical plates.
  • Experience working in an educational environment and/or teaching.
  • Demonstrated ability to design scenic elements for a production.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the day-to-day operations of The Clarice Properties Shop.
  • Find and/or produce props.
  • Ensure the safe and effective use of tools and materials in the fabrication of properties.
  • Coordinate volunteers, paid and unpaid student personnel, and Contingent 1 employees.
  • Manage The Clarice’s storage facility.
  • Promote a safe and productive workplace by ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Deliver and pick up materials using a vehicle.

Benefits

  • Benefits are available to regular exempt employees; the job posting directs applicants to a benefits summary for details.
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