Musical Drama Director (#1122) Hays High School

Hays USD 489; Kansas; On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Hays High School is seeking a Musical Drama Director to provide artistic leadership for the annual musical production. The director will foster a supportive, educational, and high-quality artistic environment that promotes student growth in the performing arts.

The role involves collaborating with the Music Director, managing auditions, and coordinating with production crews and administrators to ensure a cohesive performance.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience directing or assisting with high school, collegiate, or community theatre musical productions.
• USD 489 Compliance: Must pass a standard Hays USD 489 Employment Background Check and follow district policies on student safety and facility management.
• Skills: High-level knowledge of theatrical production, stage management, and positive student-behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Artistic Direction: Develop the overarching vision for the musical; block scenes, direct student acting, and manage pacing, choreography, and dramatic staging.
• Department Collaboration: Work with the Music Director to integrate vocal numbers with dramatic scenes.
• Production Crew Management: Coordinate with stage managers, set designers, sound/lighting crews, and costume designer.
• Auditions & Casting: Hold auditions and callbacks to cast roles.
• Community & FHSU Relations: Act as a liaison to parents, administration, and community partners.

Skills

Theatrical production

Stage management

Student behavior management

Job description

Musical Drama Director (#1122) Hays High School

Job Posting ID: 678 Location(s): Hays High School Employment Type: Part Time Posted Date: 10/29/2026 Deadline: Until Filled

Job Information

Hays High School – Musical Drama Director

Reports To:

Music Director / Principal

Position Type: Supplemental / Extracurricular Stipend

Position Summary

At Hays High, musical productions rely heavily on a collaborative model.

The Musical Drama Director provides artistic leadership and direction for Hays High School’s annual musical theater production. The director is responsible for fostering a supportive, educational, and high-quality artistic environment that promotes student growth in the performing arts.

HHS Key Responsibilities

• Artistic Direction: Develop the overarching vision for the musical; block scenes, direct student acting, and manage pacing, choreography, and dramatic staging.
• Department Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with the HHS Music Director to integrate vocal numbers with dramatic scenes, ensuring a cohesive blend of acting and music.
• Production Crew Management: Collaborate with the technical designers of the production, coordinating with stage managers, set designers, sound/lighting crews, and the HHS Musical Costume Designer.
• Auditions & Casting: Collaborate with the music director to hold auditions and callbacks to cast roles.
• Community & FHSU Relations: Act as a liaison to parents, Hays USD 489 administration, and community partners.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience directing or assisting with high school, collegiate, or community theatre musical productions.
• USD 489 Compliance: Must pass a standard Hays USD 489 Employment Background Check and maintain strict adherence to district policies regarding student safety and facility management.
• Skills: High-level knowledge of theatrical production, stage management, and positive student-behavior management.

Non-KPERS Eligible