Performing Arts Operations Specialist

Hill College•Hillsboro, TX

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About The Position

The Performing Arts Center (PAC) Facilities Assistant provides general support for the operations, setup, and maintenance of the Vara Martin Daniel Performing Arts Center. This position assists with event preparation, technical setup, and facility upkeep for Hill College programs, community events, and performances. The role requires attention to detail, safe work practices, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and students in the visual and performing arts programs. This position will also serve as a liaison for the program coordinator and faculty of visual and performing arts as well as staff with Instructional Technology and the Advancement office.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in theatre production, facility operations, or a related field.
Three years of related experience in facility operations, performing arts production, or technical support; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of the Hill College vision and mission.
Security sensitive position.
Texas driver's license required.
Medium work; exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with technical and production software systems, Behringer X32 Mixing Board running Firmware Version 4.09, QLab, Show Cue System, Ion XE lighting board, and sound boards.
OSHA 10 certification, and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with scheduling and maintaining the Performing Arts Center facilities calendar for college and community use.
Provide setup, operation, and teardown support for events, including lighting, sound, and stage equipment.
Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of stage, lighting instruments, sound equipment, and backstage areas.
Support faculty and staff with technical needs during rehearsals and performances.
Maintain organized storage areas including scene shop, prop room, and costume room.
Assist with supervising and training student workers in event preparation and safety practices.
Operate and maintain technical systems during live events and performances.
Ensure compliance with college policies, safety regulations, and applicable laws.
Work evenings, weekends, and special events as scheduled.
Provide training to student workers to prepare them to work events scheduled in the PAC Theatre and provide instruction in safety procedures.
Demonstrate initiative to engage in continuous learning of new concepts, skills, and technologies.
Coordinate and implement methods and procedures for monitoring work activities, and recommends measures to improve methods, performance, and quality of product or service.
Ensure that all activities are conducted within the established College policies, FERPA guidelines and other applicable laws pertaining to employment and education.
Contributes to the development and production of Hill College and community events to bring a focus on visual and performing arts to the local area.
Participates in departmental meetings as well as develop usage reports for the facility as requested.
Must be able to work with all departments at the college to successfully produce events in the facility.
Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a welcoming and safe environment that provides a sense of belonging for all.