Manager of Theater Operations

University-of-Main; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maine invites applications for the Manager of Theater Operations at the Collins Center for the Arts in Orono. This role oversees event management, public assemblies, scheduling, and artist services, partnering with the Director of Theater Operations and campus partners.

The successful candidate will lead a team of staff and student workers, coordinate with local vendors, and manage on-site operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences; requires strong organization,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 4–6 years of relevant experience with proven event and/or facilities management experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, especially in a related field, may substitute the degree requirement.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, strong organizational skills, tact, and excellent communications skills.
• The ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to lift boxes and equipment of 30 lbs. This job requires frequent set-up and tear-down of tables, chairs, and other equipment.
• Driver's license required for frequent local travel.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Execute event management, public assembly, scheduling and artist/guest services.
• Collaborate with the Director of Theater Operations, staff, student employees, volunteers, and campus partners.
• Coordinate with off-campus businesses (hotels, caterers) and artist representatives.
• Oversee set-up and tear-down of equipment and facilitate smooth operations during events.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Manager of Theater Operations

The Manager of Theater Operations is responsible for the execution of all event management, public assembly, scheduling and artist/guest services at the Collins Center for the Arts (CCA), or other venues where the CCA presents. This position works closely with the Director of Theater Operations as well as all CCA professional staff, student employees, volunteers, various campus departments, off- campus businesses (hotels, caterers, etc.) and artist agents/representatives/management. The Manager of Theater Operations works under the general oversight of the Director of Theater Operations, who provides strategic direction, sets overarching priorities, and ensures alignment with broader organizational objectives. Typical hiring range for this position is $50,000 to $56,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is a state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

UMaine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of four to six years of relevant experience with proven event and/or facilities management experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, especially in a related field (i.e. hospitality, artist management, facility management, event planning/management), may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, strong organizational skills, tact, and excellent communications skills.
• The ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to lift boxes and equipment of 30 lbs. This job requires frequent set-up and tear-down of tables, chairs, and other equipment.
• Driver's license required for frequent local travel.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Preferred:

• Experience training, teaching, and supervising college-age students with varying degrees of event management experience.
• The ability to problem solve under stressful circumstances and “think on your feet.”

Other Information:

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.581.4053.