Site Manager (Auditorium) - WPS

Watertown Public Schools; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Watertown Public Schools seeks an Auditorium Site Manager to oversee the district auditorium during events. This per-event, on-site role requires flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and reports to the Director of Facilities.

Responsibilities include supervising equipment usage, assisting event users, coordinating with staff, and ensuring safety and proper shutdown procedures. Compensation is per event with hourly adjustments for extended time.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of basic audiovisual technology including sound, lighting, and projection equipment.
• Ability to learn and follow district procedures for auditorium technology.
• Strong communication, customer-service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Availability to work assigned events including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Attend assigned outside-organization events and serve as the on-site district contact.
• Oversee use of auditorium equipment and related technology.
• Assist users with basic operational needs and communicate expectations.
• Monitor equipment to prevent damage or unauthorized adjustments.
• Ensure equipment is powered down and returned to proper condition after each event.
• Confirm the auditorium and spaces are left clean and orderly.
• Address questions from outside organizations during events.
• Report issues promptly to the Director of Facilities.
• Complete event/incident/equipment-use documentation.
• Follow training and procedures established by district leadership.

Skills

Basic audiovisual knowledge

Effective communication

Independent work

Evenings/weekends availability

Tools

Auditorium equipment (sound, lights, projection)

Job description

Site Manager- (Auditorium) WPS

Position Title: Site Manager Auditorium (Per Event)

Location: Watertown Public Schools

Position Reports To: Director of Facilities

Job ID: #2672

Internal Close Date: September 29, 2026

External Close Date: October 13, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: Immediately

Position Overview

The district is seeking one or more Auditorium Site Managers to provide on-site oversight of the auditorium during scheduled use by outside organizations. Individuals may sign up for available assignments on a per-event basis. This is not a regularly scheduled position; work hours will vary based on the auditorium-use schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend assigned outside-organization events and serve as the on-site district contact.
• Oversee the appropriate use of auditorium equipment, including the sound system, lighting, projector, screens, microphones, and related technology.
• Assist users with basic operational needs and communicate district expectations for equipment and facility use.
• Monitor equipment use to help prevent damage, loss, misuse, or unauthorized adjustments.
• Ensure that equipment is powered down, secured, and returned to its proper condition following each event.
• Confirm that the auditorium, stage, seating areas, and related spaces are left clean and orderly.
• Address routine questions or needs from the outside organization during the event.
• Report equipment concerns, damage, safety issues, policy violations, or technical problems promptly to the Director of Instructional Technology or other designated district administrator.
• Complete any required event, incident, or equipment-use documentation.
• Follow all training, procedures, and expectations established by the Director of Instructional Technology.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of basic audiovisual technology, including sound systems, microphones, lighting, and projection equipment.
• Ability to learn and follow district procedures for auditorium technology and equipment.
• Strong communication, customer-service, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Availability to work assigned events, including evenings and weekends.

Work Schedule and Compensation

• Part-time, per-event position; hours vary based on approved facility use events.
• Events typically occur on weekday evenings and weekends.
• Compensation: $75 per event; $18.75 per hour after four hours.

Additional Duties

• Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Technology.

District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.