Fort Lewis College
Technical Director of Theatre
Fort Lewis College - Durango, Colorado, United States, 81301
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Theatrical Design
A Theatrical Design is responsible for the safety and oversight of the technical theatre needs of the Theatre productions and building. This is a staff position in the Theatre area of the Department of Performing Arts. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Maintain and ensure safety of all students, faculty, staff and patrons in the building for all events and daily classes. Manage student build crews Attend production meetings Attend all technical rehearsals Create production schedule for season including all renters using the theatre spaces. Manage budget for sets, props, sound, lights, costumes for all productions Identify, plan and manage maintenance budget for all production equipment Attend, oversight and participation in all production strikes Point person with Physical Plant for any repairs, issues related to performance spaces, scene shop, light shop & booth. Engage authentically with students, the department, and colleagues Takes responsibility for communicating with Chair about any necessary grading of student work and at midterm and at the end of each semester Manage in building and campus zircon storage of props, lights, and useable set pieces. Implement safety procedures as changes are made or safety needs are identified. Encourage students to use industry standard safety protocol. Organize any training with students needed to keep everyone up to current standards. Create training procedures on all equipment and tools. Also appropriate documentation of student competency on this equipment. Advise season selection as needed (with respect to size of department, tech support, and production schedule needs) Coordinate with other departments when necessary Maintain knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508. Produce and remediate digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: Demonstrated experience managing students in the scene shop Demonstrated experience constructing scenery Experience collaborating as a team player colleagues and community Ability to provide technical direction for all shows, including leading student-focused design and crew teams, and budget management. Demonstrated ability to mentor students in technical theatre. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: A completed degree in a theatrical design discipline OSHA Certification.
Knowledge of all necessary technical programs to produce designs for set, lights, projections, and audio. Knowledge and proficiency with carpentry tools and set building standards. Supervise construction and installation of technical elements (Sets, Props, Lights, Projections, Sound, Rigging)
Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility: This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Performing Arts. Work Environment: Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic). Ability to work in a confined area. Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computer and telephone equipment Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work Light to moderate lifting is required Travel: Less than 5% travel is expected for this position FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/ and Salary Range: Exempt Part-Time .5 FTE Temporary 9 Month Position Typical work hours Mon - Fri, 11:00am-5:00pm, while classes are in session, all technical rehearsals, and strike Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $30.00 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Application Process: A complete application packet includes: Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position Resume Names and contact information for three current, professional references Applicant materials received by 11:59 PM on August 10, 2025, will receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check. About Fort Lewis College: On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado's premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC's academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about: Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy Sexual assault policy Campus security policies Campus/community resources The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment Where to find registered sex offender information Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years Reporting crimes The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways: By going to the internet website at www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331. Equal Opportunity: Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE. Discrimination Questions? Office of Compliance and Community Standards David Pirrone, Director of Compliance 165 Education Business Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu
A Theatrical Design is responsible for the safety and oversight of the technical theatre needs of the Theatre productions and building. This is a staff position in the Theatre area of the Department of Performing Arts. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Maintain and ensure safety of all students, faculty, staff and patrons in the building for all events and daily classes. Manage student build crews Attend production meetings Attend all technical rehearsals Create production schedule for season including all renters using the theatre spaces. Manage budget for sets, props, sound, lights, costumes for all productions Identify, plan and manage maintenance budget for all production equipment Attend, oversight and participation in all production strikes Point person with Physical Plant for any repairs, issues related to performance spaces, scene shop, light shop & booth. Engage authentically with students, the department, and colleagues Takes responsibility for communicating with Chair about any necessary grading of student work and at midterm and at the end of each semester Manage in building and campus zircon storage of props, lights, and useable set pieces. Implement safety procedures as changes are made or safety needs are identified. Encourage students to use industry standard safety protocol. Organize any training with students needed to keep everyone up to current standards. Create training procedures on all equipment and tools. Also appropriate documentation of student competency on this equipment. Advise season selection as needed (with respect to size of department, tech support, and production schedule needs) Coordinate with other departments when necessary Maintain knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508. Produce and remediate digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: Demonstrated experience managing students in the scene shop Demonstrated experience constructing scenery Experience collaborating as a team player colleagues and community Ability to provide technical direction for all shows, including leading student-focused design and crew teams, and budget management. Demonstrated ability to mentor students in technical theatre. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience: A completed degree in a theatrical design discipline OSHA Certification.
Knowledge of all necessary technical programs to produce designs for set, lights, projections, and audio. Knowledge and proficiency with carpentry tools and set building standards. Supervise construction and installation of technical elements (Sets, Props, Lights, Projections, Sound, Rigging)
Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility: This position reports to the Chair of the Department of Performing Arts. Work Environment: Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic). Ability to work in a confined area. Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computer and telephone equipment Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work Light to moderate lifting is required Travel: Less than 5% travel is expected for this position FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work/ and Salary Range: Exempt Part-Time .5 FTE Temporary 9 Month Position Typical work hours Mon - Fri, 11:00am-5:00pm, while classes are in session, all technical rehearsals, and strike Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $30.00 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Application Process: A complete application packet includes: Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position Resume Names and contact information for three current, professional references Applicant materials received by 11:59 PM on August 10, 2025, will receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check. About Fort Lewis College: On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado's premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC's academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about: Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy Sexual assault policy Campus security policies Campus/community resources The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment Where to find registered sex offender information Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years Reporting crimes The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways: By going to the internet website at www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331. Equal Opportunity: Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE. Discrimination Questions? Office of Compliance and Community Standards David Pirrone, Director of Compliance 165 Education Business Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu