Staff Theatrical House Electrician

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: 3 days ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 22 Apr 2024

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	Staff Theatrical House Electrician
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO
Work Location	Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position	No
Posting Number	202400520AP
Position Type	Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title	Technical/Support III
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week	40
Proposed Annual Salary Range	$48,000-$51,000
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here . For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator . Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in !
Desired Start Date	08/05/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on	04/22/2024
Description of Work Unit	The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (SMTD) has 43 tenured and tenure-track faculty as well as 51 contract, continuing and adjunct faculty. There are currently over 550 students in SMTD, with 375 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in music degree programs. The College of Liberal Arts is a community of arts, humanities, and social science scholars who create and extend knowledge and artistry that develops reflective citizens and confident leaders. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace, aspiring to a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, where their talents are fully utilized, and where all individuals can bring their full selves to the role. We promote the CSU Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/resources/principles-of-community/ . We therefore encourage applications from all individuals who share these values and we prioritize a fair and equitable search process that strengthens a diverse, creative, and effective community. The University Center for the Arts is a nationally recognized state-of the art 350,000 square foot facility, that includes a 550-seat concert hall, a 275-seat organ and chamber music recital hall, a 320-seat thrust theatre, a 100-seat black box theatre, a 200-seat dance theatre, dedicated rehearsal, production, and research spaces, along with classrooms, labs, and practice rooms. Colorado State University (CSU) is a land grant institution with a student enrollment of approximately 30,000 students in over 150 programs, and a faculty numbering 1,700. The College of Liberal Arts, within which the school is located, is the largest college in the University. CSU is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, a beautiful city of approximately 175,000 located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver. MarketWatch has listed Fort Collins as the “No. 1 Best Place to Live in America in 2020,” and was also ranked No. 1 for the “2020 Top 100 Places to Live in America” by Livability.com. Additionally, Fort Collins is in America’s top ten for best performing city, safest for driving and cycling, best place to raise a family, and No. 1 in the country for reducing harmful emissions by using alternative fuels and transportation. CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!” Colorado State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Position Summary	Colorado State University School of Music, Theatre, and Dance is seeking a Staff Theatrical House Electrician. We seek a Staff Theatrical House Electrician with experience in theatre, dance, music, and opera, to train and supervise electric shop staff and safely deliver our main-stage Theatre, dance and Opera productions, currently consisting of three fully produced plays, one opera concert, one fully produced opera, one fully- produced musical, a “workshop” level Freshman project (no major scenic elements), one organ concert, and five dance concerts (with limited scenic elements) and other one-off events. CSU productions are designed by faculty and students; willingness to work with and train developing talent is essential. This position provides practical training and supervision for the CSU Music, Theatre and Dance Practicum (TH186/TH286/TH386/TH486, D286) sections. They may help assist with TH 161 Stagecraft labs as collaborated with TH 161 instructor as well as TH264 Lighting Design 1 and associated labs in collaboration with the TH264 instructor. Students enrolled in these courses are seeking Bachelors of the Arts degrees in Theatre (Design and Technology, Performance and Musical Theatre), Music or Dance. Up to 80% of their time is spent working with and training music, theatre and dance students. They may also be asked to serve on various committees to help in season planning, recruit and retention of students, or to better the School of Music, Theatre and Dance. This position requires some evening and weekend calls, as needed.
Required Job Qualifications	Bachelor degree (BA, BFA) in Theatre, Theatre Design and Production emphasis. Knowledge and experience in technical areas of theatre lighting and projections; basic computer and digital media skills. Experience with ETC EOS family lighting consoles, and associated networking. Knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting software for lighting (Vectorworks and/or WYSIWYG, Lightwright) Ability to interact well with others and speak and understand common vocabulary among artisans is a must. Evidence of organization, self-motivation, and self-sufficiency. Physical strength, coordination, and flexibility (must climb ladders / trestles and be able to lift over 50 lbs); must be able to work at any height on ladders (including trestle style i.e. “a-frame”), Genie personnel lifts, scaffolding, and a wide variety of catwalks.
Preferred Job Qualifications	MFA degree in Theatre, or Theatre Design and Production emphasis. At least two years of electrics experience in an academic theatre setting. ETCP (Entertainment Technology Certification Program) (Certification is an advantage but is not required.)
Diversity Statement	Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty Category	Supervision
Duty/Responsibility	The Staff Theatrical House Electrician is the direct supervisor the lighting / projection crew, stage electricians, the lighting / projection board operators, and is directly responsible to the lighting/projection designer and Lighting/Projection Design Faculty for the installation and maintenance of the lighting/projection design, including assembling lighting/projection equipment, supervising hang and focus, installation of special equipment such as automated luminaries, digital show control, special effects lighting and all power distribution. The Staff Theatrical House Electrician must also be conversant on all lighting/projection equipment and control consoles, as well as current trends in software and technologies, which requires constant research, practice, and improvement of skills. The position is responsible for the maintenance, repair and ordering of parts, lamps, cable, gobos, lighting filters, the entire lighting and projection inventory, with special attention to safety lines and backups and liability. Will communicate all maintenance, upgrades, and electrical needs to the Production Manager and generate quotes as needed for possible funding. The Staff Theatrical House Electrician is responsible for the coordination of the cues with the lighting designer/projection designer, the Lighting/Projection Design Faculty, stage manager, and associated board operators, and is on-call for any problems that arise during technical rehearsals and performance. They are the ultimate authority responsible for the programming and operation of the lighting control console during the production, as well as channel, color and focus check every evening before the performance. They are also responsible for current copies and backups of all soft (computer) and hard (printed copies) information for the design. Especially critical during cue to cue rehearsals and the weeks from production hang and through tech weeks, dress rehearsals, opening and run. They will work closely with the Faculty Head of lighting/projections on all production deadlines. This position reports directly to the Production Manager of MTD.
Percentage Of Time	60

Job Duty Category	Production Work
Duty/Responsibility	Assembling / and maintaining lighting/projection equipment, hang and focus of lighting and projection equipment, installation of special equipment such as automated luminaries, digital show control, special effects lighting, and all data and power distribution. This position is both a leadership and supervisory role as well as physical labor position.
Percentage Of Time	40

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. Please submit a cover letter and resume that specifically address the required and preferred qualifications, as well as the contact information for three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search Contact	[email protected]
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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