Instructor of Costume Design & Technology/Costume Designer & Shop...
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management - Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500![Virginia Department of Human Resource Management](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
Work at Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
Overview
- Apply
Overview
Job no:
5016431Work type:
Faculty (Salaried)Location:
Norfolk, VirginiaCategories:
Educational and Media Services
Title:
F0182 - Instructor of Costume Design & Technology/Costume Designer & Shop Manager (Temporary)
State Role Title:
Faculty
Hiring Range:
Commensurate with experience and credentials
Pay Band:
UG
Agency:
Norfolk State University
Location:
Norfolk State University
Agency Website:
www.nsu.edu
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G
Job Duties
Job DutiesNorfolk State University's (NSU) Department of Visual and Performing Arts Drama & Theatre Division, invites applicants for a full-time 9-month Drama and Theatre position in the discipline of Costume Design and technology; the selected candidate shall begin August 2024. The position remains open until filled.The term faculty member is expected to demonstrate excellence through teaching and maintain a scholarly body of knowledge within the discipline. The successful candidate's primary responsibilities of this opportunity are teaching in the discipline of Costume Design,Costume History, Makeup, Intro to Theatre, and/or other areas as qualified, serving as the Costume Shop Manager. This position will have 50% release time to support the NSU Theatre Company. Candidates are expected to have experience with costume design & technology in collegiate and/or professional theatrical productions using pattern-making, drafting, draping, cutting, stitching, hair and wig styling, theatrical makeup application, and crafts & accessories construction. Knowledge of OSHA and industry safety compliance rules and extensive knowledge of the safe use of equipment are expected of all candidates. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain high levels of professional development, research, and creative activities and service. The successful candidate will assist with the servicing and inventory tracking of all costume shop equipment, and materials, and supervise and train student workers in costume and makeup technology. This position will require the candidate to be available for student supervision as needed during evening and weekend rehearsals and performances.
University DescriptionNorfolk State University is a comprehensive urban public, doctoral-granting institution committed to transforming students' lives through exemplary teaching, research, and service. The University is a top-ranked Historically Black College and University (HBCU) with nationally recognized STEM programs and enrolls 6,000 students in over thirty undergraduate and nineteen online & in-person graduate programs.
Minimum Qualifications
M.F.A. in Costume Design & Technology or related field.Experience and/or evidence of costume design and construction and design and construction of accessories and wigs.Dedication to teaching, research, and service
Additional Considerations
Ability to lift and transport equipment and materials as needed.Membership in professional organizations such as IATSE, USA, USITT, etc.Earned, current OSHA 30-Hour Training Program Certificate & DOL Card.Proficiency and working knowledge in a second area of focus in theatrical production and/or design.Excellent leadership and personnel management skills with a collaborative and open attitude.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
EEO StatementNSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy), or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or resumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position.Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to university employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Contact Information
Name: Norfolk State University
Phone: 757-823-8160
Email: Emailed material not accepted
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised:
19 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: