Posting Details

Position Information

Job TitleTheater Technician Specialist/Client CoordinatorDepartmentProvost OfficePosting Number03382PLocationSterling, VA: 20164Full or Part TimePart-TimePosition End Date (if temporary)Required TravelRelocation CoveredSalary Range$30.00/hr Position Summary Information

Basic Function

This position is responsible for on-site technical support for the Waddell theater for outside events as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties require preparing the theater and surrounding spaces (e.g. dressing rooms) for the client. To include organizing/maintaining equipment; operating audio and visual equipment for the technical rehearsals, performances and presentations; and post show cleanup.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater (or specialized area such as lighting, sound or stage management, etc.) or a combination of education, training, and experience that proves proficiency in the field are required.

Preferred Qualifications

A Master’s degree in Technical Theater (or specialized area such as lighting, sound or stage management, etc.) or a combination of education, training, and experience that proves proficiency in the field are required.
Ability to trouble shoot and perform routine maintenance of theater production equipment; design and execute artistic and technical support services for theater and musical events.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge and experience of theater terminology, design principles and practices, theater equipment/supplies.
Knowledge of:
Audio and lighting systems operations and maintenance.
Theater equipment maintenance and repair.
Safety requirements for personnel and equipment.
Electronic and audio principles used in theater productions.
Must have strong customer service and communication skills.

Operation of a State VehicleNo Posting Detail Information

Open Date08/14/2019Close Date09/04/2019Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsBackground Check Statement

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background
investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of
education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS and NOVA such as
I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s
Statement of Economic Interest.

Additional InformationSupplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater (or specialized area such as lighting, sound or stage management, etc.) or a combination of education, training, and experience?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please state the type of technical equipment (audio and/or lighting) you have used during a production?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Pick one performance you have worked on and describe in detail your duties?

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application