Auditorium Manager - CJSHS

Young World Physical Education; Cascade (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Dubuque Community Schools Cascade Jr./Sr. High School of W.D. in Cascade, Iowa, seeks an Auditorium Manager to oversee the school auditorium’s operations, scheduling, and technical support for performances and community events.

You will work closely with the Activities Director to ensure a safe, professional environment, coordinate with outside groups, and supervise student technicians and ushers for concerts, plays, and ceremonies.

Qualifications

• Experience with theatre lighting, sound systems, and auditorium operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise students and coordinate with staff.
• Ability to lift equipment and work evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all auditorium events and manage master schedule with the Activities Director.
• Open and secure the auditorium; ensure spaces are clean, safe, and prepared for events.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all technical aspects: sound, lighting, projection, and stage equipment.
• Operate lighting and sound during performances or supervise student technicians.
• Identify, coordinate, and book performances and guest productions with the Activities Director.
• Ensure safety compliance and supervise backstage areas during events.

Skills

Event management

Communication

Supervision

Scheduling

Technical coordination

Tools

Sound equipment

Lighting equipment

Stage rigging

Projection equipment

Job description

Western Dubuque Community Schools Cascade Jr./Sr. High School of W.D. - Cascade, Iowa

Job Description

Auditorium Manager - Cascade Junior Senior High School

Position Summary The High School Auditorium Manager is responsible for the overall operation, scheduling with the AD, technical support, and facility management of the school auditorium. Working directly with the Activities Director, this position ensures the auditorium is a safe, professional, and welcoming venue for school programs, community events, and outside organizations while providing technical expertise for performances and supervising student involvement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facility Scheduling and Event Coordination
  • Work collaboratively with the Activities Director to coordinate all auditorium events and activities.
  • Maintain the master schedule for all auditorium events, rehearsals, and facility use.
  • Serve as the primary contact for school staff and outside organizations requesting use of the auditorium.
  • Manage facility use requests and ensure all required usage forms, agreements, and documentation are completed.
  • Coordinate event logistics with school personnel, the Activities Director, and outside groups to ensure successful events.
• Facility Operations
  • Serve as the facility key holder during events involving outside organizations.
  • Open the auditorium prior to scheduled events and secure the facility following event completion.
  • Ensure the auditorium and associated spaces are clean, organized, secure, and prepared for each event.
  • Coordinate maintenance needs with district maintenance staff as necessary.
• Technical Production
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee all technical aspects of performances and events.
  • Set up and operate sound, lighting, projection, and stage equipment as required.
  • Prepare the performance space by
    • Providing appropriate sound and lighting for each event.
    • Setting up the concert enclosure when needed.
    • Opening and securing the orchestra pit when required.
    • Flying and adjusting curtains, backdrops, and stage drapery appropriate for each performance.
  • Ensure all technical equipment is operated safely and maintained in proper working condition.
• Performance Support
  • Operate lighting and sound during performances or schedule and supervise trained student technicians to fulfill these responsibilities.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule student lighting and sound technicians.
  • Schedule and supervise student ushers for performances and special events.
  • Provide technical support for concerts, plays, assemblies, awards ceremonies, guest speakers, graduations, and other school or community events.
• Programming and Community Engagement
  • In collaboration with the Activities Director, identify, coordinate, and book professional performances and guest productions that enhance educational opportunities for students and the community.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with performers, production companies, and facility users regarding technical requirements and event logistics.
• Safety and Supervision
  • Ensure compliance with district policies and all applicable safety procedures regarding auditorium operations and stage equipment.
  • Provide supervision during events to ensure the safety of students, staff, performers, and audience members.
  • Maintain a safe and organized backstage environment.
• Qualifications
  • Experience with theatrical lighting, sound systems, stage rigging, and auditorium operations preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and event management skills.
  • Ability to supervise students and collaborate effectively with the Activities Director, school staff, community members, and outside organizations.
  • Ability to lift equipment, climb ladders, and perform physical tasks associated with stage setup and facility preparation.
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends as required by the performance schedule.

Reports To: Activities Director

Work Schedule This position includes a flexible work schedule with regular evening and weekend hours based on performances, rehearsals, community events, and facility rentals. The Auditorium Manager works closely with the Activities Director to ensure the successful operation of the school's performing arts facility and community events.

This position begins August 19, 2026.

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