Technical Supervisor - Performing Arts Theater Specialist

JOB TITLE: Technical Supervisor - Performing Arts Theater Specialist

JOB ID: 29752

LOCATION: John Jay College

FULL/PART TIME: Full-Time

REGULAR / TEMPORARY: Regular

GENERAL DUTIES 

• Assists in program planning and goal-setting
• Participates in building relationships between the center and external community and arts organizations
•  Collaborates with College academic and administrative departments to assure successful programs
•  Trains and supervises Center staff 
• Assists with routine administration such as booking, scheduling, and maintenance of systems and equipment
•  Plans, prepares, and implements center-wide marketing plans 
• Coordinates efforts with technical personnel on designing and building productions
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Contract Title

Higher Education Assistant

Job Code Title

Performing Arts Theatre Specialist-400686

FLSA

Non-Exempt

CAMPUS-SPECIFIC INFORMATION

ABOUT JOHN JAY COLLEGE

John Jay College of Criminal Justice, an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice, is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) led by President Karol V. Mason. John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving and Minority-serving institution. It is ranked third in the nation in Black student success and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of more than 15,000 students on our primarily commuter campus. Our student body includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, and other historically underrepresented groups.

The College participates in the Macaulay Honors College and doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. It offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. John Jay College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

POSITION DETAILS 

The Gerald W. Lynch Theater is dedicated to the presentation of performing arts programming of all disciplines with a special focus on how the artistic imagination can shed light on the many perceptions of justice in our society. Reporting directly to the Managing Director at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater, the successful candidate will be responsible for both internal and external clients in the Gerald W. Lynch Theater and related venues on campus. The performing arts facilities on campus include: Gerald W. Lynch Theater and Black Box Theater. Classrooms and conference rooms are also frequently used to supplement the use of the performing arts facilities. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

The Performing Arts Theater Specialist will report directly to and work collaboratively with the General Manager to create policy, schedule and manage clients, draft estimates, advise on all technical matters, and implement departmental and institutional goals. 

The Performing Arts Theater Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the technical operations, staffing, and facility management of the performing arts venue. This role ensures seamless execution of events, maintains compliance with safety regulations, and upholds the highest standards of professionalism and customer service as needed;

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes for theater operations.
• Oversee the technical management of a performing arts facility, coordinating events and productions year-round, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. 
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and production crews, ensuring high-quality execution of events with professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Supervise, train, and schedule a roaster of 60+ stagehands and technical staff, maintaining high service standards for clients and college departments.
• Coordinate with external production teams to schedule and manage technical and logistical aspects of performances.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including drafting plans and specifications for theater facilities and equipment. 
• Collaborate with campus departments, including Public Safety, Facilities, Engineering, and IT, to manage security, maintenance, and technology needs for theater operations.
• Oversee capital improvement projects, equipment procurement, and inventory management, ensuring system upgrades and maintenance align with operational goals.
• Perform related duties as assigned 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree and four years’ related experience required.    

COMPENSATION

$82,928 - $90,375

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.     

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CLOSING DATE

The review of resumes will begin on March 6, 2025

The posting closes on March 7, 2025

03/07/2025