Theater Staging Specialist (TEMP Assignment)

Contra Costa Community College District; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Contra Costa Community College District in Martinez, CA is seeking a Theater Staging Specialist for a TEMP Assignment. The role oversees construction, maintenance and operation of stage sets and theater systems, with 9 months duration and up to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities include directing technical theatre operations, coordinating with directors/designers, and training student staff. Requires 2+ years' experience and an Associate degree or equivalent in theater production.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in an industry or academic technical theater setting with exposure to all facets of performing arts, including lead responsibility.
• Associate degree or equivalent in theater production or related field.
• Experience with stage lighting, audio, video, rigging and construction for theater productions.
• Knowledge of lighting controls, fixtures, audio systems and rigging technology.
• Ability to prepare and supervise construction and installation of stage elements.
• Safety, bookkeeping basics and inventory management related to theatre operations.
• Strong mathematical skills and ability to estimate material costs.
• Ability to lead small teams of 1–6 backstage technicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction in theater operation and supervise equipment use.
• Collaborate with directors/designers on production viability and schedules.
• Construct scenery and props; operate power/hand tools and machinery.
• Plan and supervise stage set construction, electrical work, and new installations.
• Create technical drawings, descriptions and construction plans.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order; coordinate repairs as needed.
• Supervise and train students in workshop and theater operations.
• Provide instructional staff with materials; prep spaces for teaching and events.
• Estimate labor and material costs; manage inventory and budgets.
• Provide technical advice to user groups and ensure safety in the theater.

Skills

Technical theater

Leadership

Budgeting

Stage production

Team supervision

Education

Associate degree in theater production or related field

Stage lighting, audio, video, rigging and construction

Theatrical operations tech (lighting controls, rigs, audio)

Stage building materials and scenery

Tool safety and maintenance

Engineering, carpentry, electronics, drafting

Theatrical production management and bookkeeping

Mathematical skills including geometry

Tools

Lighting controls

Audio processing equipment

Rigging systems

Job description

Theater Staging Specialist (TEMP Assignment)

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Position Title

Position Title Theater Staging Specialist (TEMP Assignment)

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Our Vision for Social Justice

We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

Recruitment Type:

Recruitment Type: Temporary/Hourly Assignment (Internal and External applicants)

Location

Posting Number

Posting Number 0002365

# of Openings

# of Openings 1

Range

Range 59

Salary $23.45/hour

Position Status

Position Status Temporary

Overtime Status

Overtime Status Non-Exempt (eligible)

Position

Position Part-Time

If temporary, employment duration: 9 months

# of Hours Scheduled Per Week

# of Hours Scheduled Per Week Up to 40

Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours

On-call, variable as needed.

Shift Differential %

Shift Differential % N/A

# of Months

# of Months 9

Non-work Periods:

Non-work Periods: N/A

EEO Job Category

Employee Group

Employee Group Classified

Department

Department D3031-Drama

Position Definition

To oversee and participate in the construction, maintenance and operation of stage sets and use of the theater.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions

• Provides technical direction in the operation, management and production execution in the theater and supervises use of all theatrical and stage equipment and machinery.
• Confers with directors and designers on production design and viability; develops production schedule.
• Constructs production elements such as scenery and props using a variety of materials like woods, metals, plastics and fabrics; operates power/hand tools and machinery.
• Plans, supervises and participates in the construction and assembly of stage sets, electrical equipment, and new theater installations.
• Develops and implements use of technical illustrations, drafting, descriptions, and plans for construction.
• Maintains shop power/hand tools and large equipment, keeping in safe working order for staff and students to use; repairs tools and equipment when possible; seeks/contracts with outside repair businesses when necessary.
• Supervises and trains students in the use of facility-related equipment such as workshop, lighting, sound, and rigging; oversees and participates in set construction in workshop and theater areas.
• Provides instructional staff with appropriate teaching materials; prepares stage and classroom for instructional, campus, and community use.
• Provides labor, production, and rental cost estimates.
• Recommends and orders supplies and equipment; maintains, monitors and organizes inventory.
• Monitors supply budget; initiates payment of invoices; monitors departmental income receipts.
• Provides technical advice to groups using the theater; ensures proper, safe use and reports any misuse/damage to the facility as necessary.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• Two (2) years of experience in an industry or academic technical theater setting with exposure to all facets of performing arts, including lead responsibility.

EDUCATION / LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

• Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college in theater production or a related field, or equivalent.
• Stage lighting, audio, video, rigging and construction for a variety of theatrical productions.
• Previous and current technologies in theatrical operations such as: lighting controls and fixtures, audio processing equipment, rigging and staging systems.
• Stage building materials, properties, furniture and scenery.
• Tool safety and basic operational maintenance.
• Proper methods, techniques, and materials for stage craft.
• Basic structural engineering, carpentry, electronics, electrical wiring, scenic painting, technical illustration, welding, rigging and rope-craft, video, construction materials and drafting.
• Theatrical production management and business operations including basic bookkeeping and computer skills.
• Basic mathematical skills, including geometry.

Minimum Qualification-Skill To

Minimum Qualification-Ability To

• Lift, carry, push or pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Accurately estimate material and labor costs.
• Design and troubleshoot stage lighting, scenic presentation, electrical, rigging and general repairs.
• Interpret plans, designs, and specifications; design basic stage settings.
• Maintain records, logs, and inventories.
• Organize and prioritize own and others’ work.
• Safely operate and perform maintenance on a variety of hand and power tools.
• Identify, report and resolve facility safety hazards where appropriate.
• Perform mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Supervise, train and lead student assistants.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.
• Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
• Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working with performing arts and event producers, including Dramatic plays, Musical Theatre, Dance and Music concerts, and other cultural celebrations and lectures to achieve smooth and enjoyable events on stage.
• Ability to Provide customer service to theatre and event patrons to include ticketing, house management, concession sales, theater seating and ADA management
• Ability to operate standard theater stage equipment including lineset flyrail systems, and roll up doors
• Ability to operate Electronic Theatre Controls light console, dimming and theatrical lighting to create basis stage lighting looks
• Ability to operate basic computer systems, utilizing Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and related software
• Detail oriented for the purpose of discovering and rectifying safety concerns and for the benefit of the show.
• High level written and oral communication skills
• Ability to lead small teams of 1-6 backstage theatre technicians

Job Open Date: 10/19/2026

Job Close Date: 12/15/2026

Open Until Filled No

Foreign Degree and Credit Statement:

In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

Employee Benefits:

Insurance: The district offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents.
Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).
Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually
(which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan,
longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):

https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2022-2025%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf

Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):

https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf

POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)

All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

ADA Accommodations:

In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to [e-mail] . For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)
• Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcript 2
• Unofficial Transcript 3
• Unofficial Transcript 4

Contra Costa Community College District
District Office
500 Court Street
Martinez, CA 94553

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