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Job Title:Theatre Production CoordinatorLocation:Summerville CampusRegular/Temporary:RegularFull/Part Time:Full-TimeJob ID:291140About UsAugusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at LocationAugusta University-Our Health Sciences Campus: th Street, Augusta, GA 30912Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904College/Department InformationThe Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre, part of the Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs, is the cultural heart of the Augusta university campus, and students take center stage. The department of Music ensembles and Theatre AUG, from the Department of Art and Design, provide ample performance opportunities for students.Job SummaryServes as a technical theater subject matter expert that supports engagement and retention of students through student employment, appropriate facilities management, and maintaining an environment that reflects our university's values. They serve as part of a cross-functional team for the Maxwell Theatre, the Division of ESA, and the University. The Production Coordinator provides full-cycle support (from inquiry to post-event recap) for campus colleagues and others interested in using the Maxwell Theatre. The coordinator advances and implements all technical aspects of performances, lectures and rehearsals, including sound, lighting, projection, video/audio recording, streaming, set-build/strike, load-in, and loud out. Types of performances and rehearsals vary greatly from plays and concerts to lectures and recitals, to dance and film, to exhibitions and more. Presenters include the Maxwell Theatre and other University departments/units, student organizations and rental clients. The Coordinator will work independently with little or no supervision. The work schedule varies greatly, guided by the theater production schedule and will include days, evenings and weekends. Performance schedules and Departmental needs dictate strict deadlines, and the nature of the work involves frequent interruptions.ResponsibilitiesThe duties include but are not limited to:TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Manage all aspects of technical support for events on a day-to-day basis, including staff supervision and hands-on operation. Lighting, projection, recording (audio/video) and streaming, and physical layout/structures, including rigging. Space preparation and restoration, to include clean-up. All other technical aspects of production. Maintain inventory of all theatrical equipment and supplies. Stay up to date with new and emerging stage and presentation technologies.SUPERVISION: Direct supervisor of student technical staff, to include hiring, time-keeping, scheduling, promotions, discipline and termination. Technical theater training including rigging, ariel-lift, and chain hoist. On-going skills development and evaluations. Ensure technical student staff completes University mandated training. Provide functional supervision over front of house student staff in absence of professional front of house management. Provide functional supervision over hired-in or temporary technical crews as assigned and/or in absence of Production Manager.ADVANCE SCHEDULED EVENTS: Post event reporting and data gathering. Production meetings and communication. Work with event presenters to develop and curate media. Facilitate event planning, staffing, post-event follow-up and data collection.MAINTAIN SAFETY: Exercise independent decision making about risk management and event safety. Ensure compliance with University policies and all local, state, and federal codes including fire safety, workplace safety, facilities, and equipment safety. Ensure technical student staff completes Maxwell Theatre safety training. Assist with inspection, repair and preventative maintenance of equipment to ensure safe operation.DEPARTMENT PARTICIPATION: Work as part of the Maxwell Theatre, Division of Enrollment and Student Affairs, Augusta University team. Work as part of a unit to provide wholistic support to events. Participate in departmental meetings and collaborate with colleagues to accomplish departmental goals. Assist with departmental, division, and University planning, including committee service as required. Assist with the purchase of supplies and new equipment. Research possibilities for new equipment and/or purchases and provide written summaries and/or proposals. Assist Production Manager with identifying and contacting contractors for repairs and new purchasesPLANNING: Assist in day-to-day calendar planning and implementation.OTHER: Perform all other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with at least one year of experience in a multi-use venue with plays, concerts, lectures and other types of events.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesKNOWLEDGEProficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.SkillsExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills.Demonstrated commitment to operations that support the campus community.AbilitiesAbility to maintain confidentiality.Demonstrated commitment to the practice of open and effective communication with students, faculty, and staff to build and maintain collaborative relationships.Ability to advise, teach, and coach university students. Ability to supervise student staff.Ability to collaborate and develop partnerships with various university departments, faculty, staff, student organizations, and outside organizations.Ability to easily relate with people and project a feeling of confidence and competence.Ability to handle stressful situations with ease in a professional manner.Ability to adjust work schedule, as needed, to support Maxwell Theatre programs and events, with on-site observation and participation to inform operational evaluation and improvement.Shift/Salary/BenefitsShift: Days; M-F (Work outside of the normal business hours may be required)Pay Band: B8Salary: $45,400/annually- $50,000/annuallySalary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the positionRecruitment Period: Until FilledAugusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us todayConditions of EmploymentAll selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.Other InformationThis position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.Equal Employment OpportunityAugusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.How To ApplyConsider applying with us Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the universitySelect University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employeeIf you need further assistance, please contact us