St. Mary’s College of Maryland is accepting résumés for the position of Technical Director of the Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center (DPAC). The Dodge PAC is the College's premier cultural hub not only for the campus community but for the region. The position is responsible for all items related to the technical production of events and programs in the venue and assists with the overall leadership of event operations and quality assurance. Incumbents must have strong communication, organizational, budget, project and contract management ,and planning skills. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and be skilled in training personnel on the operation of technical theater equipment.
Qualifications: Bachelor's or a master's degree in technical production, management or design, and must have at least ten years of professional experience in the performing arts field. They must demonstrably possess a broad range of performing arts technical knowledge and understand the craft of lighting and sound engineering, including the work of technical crews and engineers. A strong knowledge of the performing arts technical industry is mandatory. Must have the ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required by the production schedule and be able to lift at least 25 pounds. Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered. Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. The salary range is $75k to $80k, depending on qualifications and experience.
St. Mary's College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary’s College is one of the nation’s best public liberal arts colleges – ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students. Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today’s students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.
St. Mary’s College (www.smcm.edu) embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity. Application materials should include a cover letter, résumé (including e-mail address), statement of how the applicant’s employment at the College will contribute to a culture of inclusion and campus diversity, and three references and submitted online at: apply.interfolio.com/168527. Questions may be directed to Sarah Miller Martin at 240-895-4282.
Review of résumés will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
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Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
