Student Rehearsal Facilitator (Technical) - Dept. of Dance

University of Central Oklahoma; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 9,987 - 15,153; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated student to support the Department of Dance. This role involves assisting in rehearsals, organizing schedules, and ensuring smooth operations during performances. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and a solid understanding of choreography. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with the artistic process and contribute to a vibrant dance community. If you are passionate about dance and eager to support your peers and faculty, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Good standing member of the Kaleidoscope Dance Company required.
• High level of technique and understanding of Choreography needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Artistic Director with rehearsals and company class.
• Organize schedules and disseminate information to company members.

Skills

Intercultural Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Dependability

Punctuality

Communication Skills

Education

Half-time enrollment for graduates (5 hours)

Half-time enrollment for undergraduates (6 hours)

Full-time enrollment for international students (9 credit hours for graduates, 12 for undergraduates)

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Main Campus - Edmond, OK Position Type: Student Salary Range: $7.25 - $11.00 Hourly Job Category: OTRS Ineligible

Position Overview

This is a regular student technical position in which the student will assist staff or faculty in supporting classrooms, labs, or departments. Duties may include setting up, picking up, and checking-in classroom items for classes. May be requested to set up audio/visual equipment, PowerPoint presentations, and/or computers for staff, faculty or students.

Hours per Week

• 5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 3pm – 5pm.
• Saturday’s (once or twice a semester).
• Kaleidoscope Production Week (Fall and Spring semester).
• Tour Shows (1 – 4 times each year).

College/Department

Department of Dance.

Department Specific Job Functions

• Assist the Artistic Director with rehearsals (unless excused by choreographer).
• Assist the Artistic Director with guest artist rehearsals.
• Conduct company class and spacing rehearsals prior to show performances.
• Organize company class schedule with senior dance majors during tech week.
• Attend all of the company meetings.
• Take roll of company meetings and rehearsals.
• Disseminate information to company members regarding rehearsal times, schedule changes, and pertinent information.
• May drive students on Department of Dance travel.

Enrollment Requirements

Fall/Spring Semesters : All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.

Summer Semester : Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.

Enrollment Exception : If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact [e-mail] for more information.

Qualifications/Experience Required

• Be a good member in good standing of the Kaleidoscope Dance Company.
• Demonstrate a high level of technique and understanding of Choreography.
• Have excellent communications skills with peers and faculty.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Sensitivity of intercultural communication.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Dependable.
• Punctual.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.