Technical and Operations Coordinator

  • 20001384
  • Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
  • College of Visual and Performing Arts
  • Other
  • Full-time Staff (Classified)
  • James Madison University

Working Title: Technical and Operations Coordinator

State Role Title: Media Specialist III

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: College of Visual and Performing Arts

Department: 100551 - College of Visual and Performing Arts

 

Pay Rate: Maximum Starting

Specify Range or Amount: $53,000

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 08/01/2025

 

About JMU:

James Madison University is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. The university offers excellent comprehensive benefits which include paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave in addition to 19 paid holidays a year; affordable health insurance; retirement through the Virginia Retirement System. We also offer a work-life balance and integration program, Balanced Dukes, that is designed to support the overall wellbeing of our employees and a Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.

Visit our Prospective Employee site to learn more about what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

 

General Information:

The Technical Operations Coordinator helps to manage the successful production operations of the Forbes Center, and provides technical support and guidance for over 200 professional guest artist, student and faculty performances as well as support for conferences and special events.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Production Services Manager (PSM), daily activities include advancing and running rehearsals and performances, setting up technical equipment including lighting, sound and stage equipment, coordinating technical maintenance and upkeep of the venues and theatrical equipment, and support areas. Maintains operations calendar. Runs School of Music and select professional and other Forbes Center events. Prepares for performances as assigned including planning, implementing, and maintaining technical needs. Works with PSM, Faculty/Guest Artists/Directors to schedule resources and manage production expectations. Hangs and designs lighting, scenery, and props as needed. Provides production maintenance and upkeep of venues and equipment as assigned. Provides supervision, mentoring and coaching for 4 Production Fellows and student production crews. Maintains and updates Production documents and calendars.

 

Qualifications:

-Knowledge of theatrical lighting systems, sound, projection, rigging and staging is required.
-Significant professional theatre experience in a performing arts center or university setting with emphasis in theatrical lighting, technical production support, and stage management.
-Excellent organizational and communication skills.
-Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
-Must be able to work a flexible work schedule that includes early mornings, evenings and weekends that changes weekly depending on the performance calendar.

 

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

 

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

 

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.

 

 

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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