Stage Manager

Details Open Date 08/12/2026 Requisition Number PRN17343N Job Title Theatrical Technician Working Title Stage Manager Career Progression Track C Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Yes Standard Hours per Week Varries based on performance/event schedule Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary Varies each week based on performance/event schedule – nights, weekends, and days. Assigned by the Special Events Coordinator based on performance/event schedule. Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00078 - School of Music Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 13.00 Close Date 10/01/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 08/20/2026 Job Summary Performs one of many or all tasks associated with concert hall technical work, including stage management of backstage, lighting, audio, video, and coordination with front of house. Building representative for events. Responsibilities Set up stage for concerts, events, rehearsals, etc. as requested. Oversee AV streaming equipment and monitor concert live stream in coordination with Music Technology Supervisor. Ready building for concert, event, rehearsal, etc. Post-concert/event/rehearsal clean up of hall Respond to emergencies as necessary. Runs light board for rehearsal and performance. Prepares sound and runs soundboard for rehearsals and performance. Climbs ladders, move heavy equipment and instruments, and works with a wide variety of tools. Coordinate ushers during events. Inspects and maintains stage equipment. Inspects systems utilized by each tenant and provides information to administration for damages and use fees. Set standard for calm behavior backstage. This position has the authority to stop a performance in progress for issues of safety of the performers or the audience. Directly coordinate emergency and evacuation procedures. Pre-concert announcements. Serve as a building representative for events. Set up projector & screens as necessary. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Minimum Qualifications Two years of full time professional experience in one or all of the above listed skills technical theatrical skills or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Music or Theatrical experience preferred. University of Utah Students are encouraged to apply. Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems(“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io for information. 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