Deck Manager

Medora; North Dakota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF) is a premier nonprofit tourism organization operating Medora’s iconic theater experiences in Medora, North Dakota. The Amphitheatre Deck Manager will supervise theater technicians, ensure safety, and coordinate stage operations across performances.

This role requires strong leadership, English fluency, and a hands-on approach to troubleshoot and support all aspects of the Medora Musical backstage and stage transitions, including coordination with

Qualifications

• Previous theater experience required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must possess a clean U.S. Driver's License.
• Must be fluent in English; bilingual a plus.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and create solutions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stage operations with stage management to ensure quality of set, props and stage elements.
• Plan reliable scenery transitions with Stage West Scenic Artist and Technical Director.
• Coordinate stage operation needs with Theaters Manager; manage backstage hours and payroll submissions.
• Train and supervise theater technicians and backstage crew.
• Maintain a safe, clean backstage environment for cast, crew, riders, and animals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Reliability

Shift work

Team supervision

Troubleshooting

Education

Theatre experience

Supervisory experience

U.S. Driver's License

English fluency

Guest service experience

Job description

Description

Our Company

The Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF) is a premier tourism operation and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. TRMF welcomes hundreds of thousands of guests each year through a diverse lineup of entertainment, historical, and educational attractions. We are committed to connecting people to Medora through positive, life-changing experiences.

Summary/Objective

The Amphitheatre Deck Manager has the primary day-to-day responsibility of making decisions to supervise the daily responsibilities of the Theater Technicians as well as promote the safety of all crew and performers in the Medora Musical.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee stage operations in coordination with Stage management.
• Execute stage operation priorities, particularly maintaining the quality and integrity of stage, set, and prop elements.
• Work with the Stage West Scenic Artist & Technical Director to plan reliable scenery transitions.
• Communicate stage operation needs with the Theaters Manager.
• Reset stage operation stations and supplies between productions.
• Help set up rehearsal and backstage spaces.
• Schedule and manage the Medora Musical backstage and spotlight crew.
• Account for all hours reported on time sheets for backstage technicians & spotlight operators and ensure accuracy to submit to TRMF accounting staff for payroll.
• Train other crew members and supervise their work in stage operations.
• Coordinate and execute scenery transitions with run crew and stage management.
• Relate best practices as well as guidance from department supervisors, stage management, and production management to other members of the run crew.
• Perform minor repairs to scenery and props as needed.
• Diligently maintain a safe working environment backstage for cast, crew, riders, and animals.
• Supervise the deck electrician, deck pyro, and deck sound technician.
• Responsible for the overall safety and duties of the Medora Trail Riders.
• Work in other production departments between show runs.
• Supervise the cleaning of the stage, dressing rooms, and all other stage level areas.
• Responsible for securing the theater at night.
• Be familiar with BHA safety procedures and protocols.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Train and supervise theater technicians.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Able to work split shifts, 6 days a week.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, on time, and ready for every shift.
• Provide outstanding customer service.

Required Education and Experience

• Previous theater experience required.
• Previous supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• Must possess a clean U.S. Driver's License.
• Must give exceptional service.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and create solutions if needed.
• Previous Guest Service Experience preferred.
• Must be familiar with Theater operations and terminology.
• Must possess critical thinking skills.
• Must be fluent in English, bilingual a plus.

Work Environment

This position is working outside in hot conditions when working at the Medora Musical but may be inside buildings when needed. Working hours include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk, hear, hand/eye coordination, stand, walk, have repetitive use of hands and arms, and grasp. Visual acuity to determine accuracy, details and transcribe data, determine neatness and thoroughness of work assigned, and determine safety of workplace surroundings for themselves and guests. Occasionally required to push, pull, stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work long hours and available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of TRMF to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TRMF will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Our Location

• TRMF is in the heart of the Badlands: Medora, North Dakota.
• It is situated near the border separating North Dakota and Montana, along Interstate 94. Medora is the basecamp to Theodore Roosevelt National Park: 110 square miles of rugged beauty. You are never more than a few minutes away from a night under the stars or a bike ride along the thrilling Maah Daah Hey Trail. In Medora, beauty and adventure abound.
• Our central hub of operations, the Life Skills Center, is a state-of-the-art campus, purpose-built for the glory of work and the joy of living. It features a dining room, a fitness center, as well as spaces for music, studying, learning, prayer, reflection, and socializing—all designed with our employees in mind.