Stage Manager Lead - Red Mountain High School

Stage Manager Lead - Red Mountain High School Red Mountain High School – Mesa, Arizona Job Details Job ID: 5768229 Application Deadline: Aug 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time) Re-Posted: Yesterday Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years. East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years. Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours per week) Base Hourly: $23.56 Class/Calendar: B24, 9.25 months Benefits: Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance Performance Pay: Available annually New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position Job Summary To monitor and maintain the daily operation of activities for school auditorium usage; to coordinate auditorium scheduling and oversee auditorium activities; and to maintain accurate recordkeeping for auditorium usage, equipment and materials. Key Responsibilities Maintain and operate auditorium equipment Schedule, coordinate and supervise auditorium activities during the school day Coordinate and supervise facility rental activities during non-school hours Collaborate with school staff to provide needed equipment for special events (i.e. concerts, plays, dress rehearsals, etc.) Coordinate and communicate auditorium usage scheduling via e-mail Coordinate and communicate the overall auditorium usage calendar via web-based calendar system Communicate with supervising administrator regarding auditorium related issues (i.e. equipment status, auditorium usage, event calendar, etc.) Monitor auditorium and conduct daily inventory of equipment and materials Assist students with editing and production of daily announcements (I-Movie); assist in training students to become self-sufficient in maintaining site-based TV production; conduct student learning experiences as needed Assist teachers with monitoring student assignments/projects Monitor computer lab and conduct daily inventory of equipment and materials; monitor and secure auditorium area during lunch hour Work flexible schedule, as required, including evenings and weekends Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools Required Qualifications High School education or equivalent Successful experience working with high school students Skills & Competencies Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community Knowledge of stage elements (i.e. lighting, sound equipment, stage set-up, basic technical repairs, chords, set construction/design, etc.) Computer proficiency to include basic software applications; experience with I-Movie and MAC platform Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, school staff and district personnel Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with students, school staff and district personnel Ability to take initiative, be flexible, and accept direction and constructive feedback Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines while working with minimum supervision Ability and willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends Ability to supervise student assistants Ability to conduct learning experiences for individuals or small groups Work Environment & Physical Requirements Primary workspace is typically the school's auditorium or performance space Frequently works behind the scenes, including wings, control booth, and set storage areas Some administrative work like scheduling, communication, and documentation may happen in an office or shared workspace Involves managing or attending rehearsals in classrooms, gyms, or other makeshift rehearsal areas Often includes after-school hours, evenings, and weekends—especially leading up to and during performances. Must move quickly between different areas (stage, booth, dressing rooms), often on short notice. Lifting/carrying set pieces, props, and equipment (up to ~50 lbs.) Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $23.56 Per Hour Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Gloria Hernandez, Assistant Principal Red Mountain High Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr