Performing Arts Shop Coordinator

Citrus College; Glendora (CA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO or PPO options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

CALPERS/CalSTRS pension plans

457(b)/403(b) Deferred compensation

Job summary

Citrus College is seeking a Performing Arts Shop Coordinator to manage scenery construction, shop operations, and usage of the performing arts facilities by students and staff. You will ensure safety, inventory, and timely completion of productions.

The role requires three years of technical theater experience, CAD drafting skills (AutoCAD/Vectorworks), and the ability to train student crews while maintaining a well-organized shop environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of technical theater experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, ground plans, and scenic elevations.
• Proficiency with CAD or similar software such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks for drafting and plotting builds.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate scenery construction with faculty and designers to determine needs, materials, budgets, timing, and crew requirements.
• Draw construction prints using computer-aided/manual drafting; prepare material lists and inventory searches.
• Construct scenery and sets; perform carpentry, painting, and assembly duties.

Skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Math skills

English writing

Training others

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Performing Arts Shop Coordinator

Recruitment Start Date: 10/07/2026

Recruitment End Date: 11/11/2026

Salary Range: 36

Pay Rate $5,372.71 - $7,199.96 per month / $31.00 - $41.54 an hour

Choice of HMO or PPO with very low co-pays and out-of-pocket costs

Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care

Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Basic Life and AD&D insurance for employees only

CALPERS / CalSTRS Defined-Benefit Pension Plans. District paid post-retirement medical, dental and vision for those employees who qualify and their eligible dependents. 457(b), 403(b), & Roth 403(b) Deferred Compensation Plans

Work-Life Balance

19 Paid Holidays and 12 Vacation Days (annually), up to 22 Vacation Days (annually) based on years of service

12 Sick Days annually

Opportunity for remote work after six months of employment (up to two days per week) with manager approval

Possibility of Modified Summer Schedule

Professional Learning Opportunities

Close proximity to the Metro rail system

POSITION SUMMARY

Coordinates, schedules, and oversees crews, and performs technical work related to the construction of scenery and sets for college-based productions, and use of the scene shops and the performing arts facility by students, staff and the community. Maintains a safe and functional scene shop by repairing and inventorying the theater equipment.

Minimum Qualifications / Education and Experience

A high school diploma, or the equivalent, and three years of technical theater experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in designing scenery for theatrical productions, developing scenic concepts and designs in collaboration with directors, faculty, and other designers as assigned.

Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, ground plans, and scenic elevations.

Proficiency with CAD or similar software such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks for drafting and plotting builds.

Familiarity with a range of materials beyond wood/steel such as foam carving, plastics, upholstery framing, and casting.

Inventory management experience.

Demonstrates sensitivity to, understanding of, and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, and cultural background of community college students, faculty, and staff; and successfully fosters and supports an inclusive educational and work environment.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Requires a valid driver's license and a forklift certificate within a reasonable time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plans and coordinates scenery construction by meeting with faculty and designers to determine needs, materials, budgets, timing, and crew requirements.

Draws construction prints using computer-aided and/or manual drafting techniques. Prepares multi-dimensional views. Prepares material lists. Searches existing inventory for scenery and materials that can be modified to fit production needs.

Constructs scenery and sets based on approved designs. Performs a variety of skilled carpentry duties such as, but not limited to, rough and finish work, painting, and assembly.

Provides technical oversight, guidance, and training to student theatrical crew members in basic theater practices, scenery construction techniques, and safe work standards.

Oversees the work of student helpers in the construction of scenery and sets. Plans and sequences construction and assembly steps, and schedules student crews accordingly to meet deadlines. Trains students in use of tools and construction techniques.

Stores and inventories scenery that can be re-used. Removes and properly disposes of other scenery.

Ensures the cleanliness and organization of the scenery shop and storage areas. Maintains continuous accessibility of the shop and storage areas to theater production, class, and outside group uses.

Documents various work activities including labor and expenses associated with construction. Receives and processes invoices for purchased items.

May develop work schedules for short-term employees and student workers.

Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires working knowledge of the principles, techniques, methods, and equipment used in the construction of sets and scenery, and other technical aspects of theatrical production.

Requires in-depth knowledge of the operational methods of a scene shop, including stage design and scene construction, painting and rigging.

Requires in-depth knowledge of construction scheduling and sequence methods.

Requires a working knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and repair of lighting, sound and other theatrical equipment.

Requires knowledge of and skill in using computer-aided drafting and desktop productivity software. Requires skill in the use of hand and power tools that are required for scenery construction.

Requires knowledge of safe work procedures.

Requires sufficient math skill to compute distance, measurements, quantities, and load bearing requirements.

Requires sufficient skill in the English language to prepare written instructions to student workers.

Requires sufficient human relations skill to convey technical concepts to others, train, demonstrate, and assign work.

Requires the ability to carry out the essential functions of the position.

Requires the ability to plan, organize, sequence, and schedule scenery construction in a way that meets production goals.

Requires the ability to use computer-aided and manual drafting and drawing techniques to illustrate scenery and set construction.

Requires the ability to perform skilled carpentry duties such as rough and finish work and painting to achieve 3-dimensional effects.

Requires the ability to safely use and instruct others in the use of a variety of power and hand tools. Requires the ability to observe, practice, and train others in safe work habits.

Requires the ability to obtain certification and operate a forklift.

Physical Abilities

Requires the ability to perform work of an active nature.

Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time, walk up to 400 yards, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) heavy weights of up to 75 pounds on a regular basis.

Requires the ability to push, pull, and guide materials over 75 pounds.

Requires the ability to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch on a regular basis.

Requires sufficient hand-eye coordination, hand and finger dexterity including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to operate specialized equipment and read technical (including blueprints) and safety information.

Requires auditory ability to hear machinery sounds and alarms.

Requires near and far visual acuity to read printed materials, observe 3-dimensional views, moving objects, and work-in-progress.

Requires speaking ability to project voice to a small group and carry on ordinary conversations.

Working Condition

Work is performed indoors where safety considerations exist from physical labor and exposure to tools, moving objects, dust, and noise extremes.

Department

Visual and Performing Arts Department Administration

Job Category

Classified

Assignment

Full-Time

Percentage of Time

100%

Months per Year

12 months

Work Days per Week

M-F

Bargaining Unit

Classified

Citrus College Diversity Statement

CITRUS COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Citrus College to not discriminate against and to encourage a diversity of applicants based on national origin, religion, age, sex or gender, race, color, medical condition, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, use of family and medical care leave, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the preceding characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Citrus College

1000 W. Foothill Blvd

Glendora, CA 91741

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