Technical Director, Schimmel Theater-196381

Location New York, NY, 10038,United States Base Pay $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 / Year Job Category FT Staff Employee Type FT Exempt Staff The Technical Director (TD) oversees the day-to-day technical operations of the Schimmel Theater including lighting, sound, rigging, and construction. This includes oversight and maintenance of all associated equipment, evaluating the need for and purchasing of supplies, supervising technical staff including union crew working in the theater, and directing the set‑up, running and takedown of all events. This position has a heavy emphasis on safety in the theater. Position Duties Maintains all equipment in the Schimmel Theatre. Hires and supervises all part-time technical personnel including IATSE crew hired by Pace University. Maintains and approves time sheets for technical personnel. Helps facilitate academic training days and class visits for Sands College students. Oversees the set‑up and takedown of all events. Tracks all inventory and prepares purchase orders as needed. Prepares reports of safety concerns and oversees all safety issues in consultation with the University's Safety & Emergency Management department. Manages and maintains all Fire Safety certifications and OSHA requirements in the theater. Serves as House Manager when needed to ensure adequate coverage of the Theatre during all events. Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time. Supervision Exercised Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates part‑time technical personnel. Oversees scheduling to ensure appropriate staffing levels. Position Qualifications Master's in Fine Arts is preferred. Bachelors in entertainment technology or similar is a plus. 10+ years of professional experience considered. At least five years of hands‑on experience. Experience teaching college courses and/or working with students a plus. Expert knowledge in all technical fields, specifically audio, lighting, carpentry, rigging and projection. Prior supervisory experience required. Experience supervising Local One union employees or employees represented by a similar labor union. Able to work at heights on Catwalks, ladders, lifts, and gridirons. Able to lift up to 50lbs. Work Hours Generally, 35-40 hours per week including many evening and weekend hours; schedule varies considerably each week based on productions. Benefits Offered Medical, vision and dental insurance for preventive care or diagnostic and surgical procedures as well as an incentivized medical plan waiver option for those who choose not to participate (FT Employees). Income protection in the event an employee is not actively at work, due to illness (FT Employees). 403B investment opportunity to save toward financial security in retirement (PT and FT Employees). Programs and services that assist in balancing work and personal life (PT and FT Employees). Educational opportunities for the employee and eligible members of their family to pursue a degree at Pace or another higher education institution (PT and FT Employees). Opportunity for faculty and staff to participate in Pace’s award‑winning health and wellness program, Pace Yourself to Wellness , which is designed to inspire employees to engage in healthy habits while optimizing health care resources (PT and FT Employees). Discount purchase plans for everything from entertainment, shopping and travel (PT and FT Employees). AA/EEO Statement Pace University is committed to achieving full equal opportunity in all aspects of University life. Pursuant to this commitment, the University does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived sex, gender or gender identity; race; color; national origin; religion; creed; age; disability; citizenship; marital or domestic partnership status; sexual orientation or affectional status; genetic predisposition or carrier status; military or veteran status; status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking; or any other characteristic protected by law federal, state or local law, rule or regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jimmy Jazz