Stage Manager/Technical Director

Salt Lake County (UT) • Taylorsville, UT

27d

About The Position

Acts as a technical director and assists with, supervises, and coordinates daily operations and activities of the Arts and Culture facilities.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Performing Arts or other closely related field, plus four (4) years of related experience; OR six (6) years of related experience in stage lighting, production audio, theatrical rigging, or theatrical production management; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Knowledge of: Theatrical lighting and sound systems operation and programming
• Scenic design, carpentry, props, electric, and construction
• Music, opera, dance, film, video, radio, and video
• Effective public relations techniques
• Crowd control and evacuation techniques
• Event set up and management procedures and techniques
• Union work rules and pay scales
• Technical theatre and stage management
• Needs and procedures of touring productions
• Skills and Abilities to: Organize and plan effectively
• Perform basic computer functions
• Use computers to schedule HVAC systems and operate modern lighting consoles and basic office computers
• Perform accurate mathematical functions
• Maintain professional conduct during times of stress and pressure
• Effectively communicate in written and verbal form
• Work effectively with the public, promoters, civic, and fine arts staff
• Project management, including budget and implementation strategy
• Must be able to climb ladders and catwalks, perform physical labor in all types of weather conditions, and routinely lift up to 75 pounds.
• Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check through fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all stage activities and equipment installation, maintenance, and use.
• Assists with the daily operations of the Arts and Culture facilities and ensures buildings are maintained and operating safely and efficiently, and are evacuated correctly in case of emergencies.
• Assigns duties, schedules tasks, and ensures completion by facilities operations workers and contracted cleaning crews.
• Coordinates with the event management team to ensure that all event needs and activities are planned and executed to the client's satisfaction.
• Ensures the safety and proper evacuation of facilities in the event of an emergency.
• Assists with the future planning for building and equipment needs.

Benefits

• Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with 10% employee contribution
• Medical coverage, including a 100% county-paid premium option
• Dental and Vision coverage with coverage for adult designees
• Health Savings account with a county contribution of up to $1200 per year, or a Flexible Spending Account
• 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and employee-paid Short-Term Disability options
• Professional Development and professional membership fees paid
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Plus: Onsite medical clinic and gym; hospital insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees