Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is seeking a Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator to provide first-line on-site technical support for the Loudoun campus theater and event center for outside events.

Duties include preparing spaces, operating audio/visual equipment during events, post-show cleanup, and maintaining equipment; flexible evenings and weekend work are required. The role requires knowledge of theater equipment, safety, and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of theater terminology, design principles and practices, theater equipment/supplies.
• Knowledge of Electronic and audio principles used in theater productions.
• Knowledge of safety requirements for personnel and equipment.
• Ability to trouble shoot and perform routine maintenance of theater production equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills required.
• Experience in stage or event production, to include stage rigging, lighting console programming, sound mixing, Audio/Video and computer technology.
• Experience in operating the audio and visual equipment.
• Experience working in an event center environment
• Experience in theater equipment maintenance and repair.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the theater and surrounding spaces (e.g. dressing rooms) for the client.
• Operate audio and visual equipment for the event including technical rehearsals, performances and presentations.
• Post show cleanup.
• Maintain the equipment during and after the event.
• Ensure proper use of theater equipment.

Skills

Theater terminology

Electronic audio principles

Safety requirements

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Stage/event production

Audio/Video operation

Event center experience

Theater equipment maintenance

Flexible schedule

Tools

Theater equipment

Job description

Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Theater Technician Specialist/Client Coordinator

Role Title

Role Title Media Specialist II

Role Code

Role Code 29072-FP

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 280W0887

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-Provost Loudoun

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $30/hr

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Work schedule will vary based on the event calendar. This position will be working as per business need, mainly for weekday and weekend days and evenings theater events.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description:
This position provides first-line on-site technical support for the Loudoun campus theater and event center for the outside events as needed.
Duties and Tasks:

• Prepare the theater and surrounding spaces (e.g. dressing rooms) for the client.
• Operate audio and visual equipment for the event including technical rehearsals, performances and presentations.
• Post show cleanup.
• Maintain the equipment during and after the event.
• Ensure proper use of theater equipment.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• Knowledge of theater terminology, design principles and practices, theater equipment/supplies.
• Knowledge of Electronic and audio principles used in theater productions.
• Knowledge of safety requirements for personnel and equipment.
• Ability to trouble shoot and perform routine maintenance of theater production equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills required.
• Experience in stage or event production, to include stage rigging, lighting console programming, sound mixing, Audio/Video and computer technology.
• Experience in operating the audio and visual equipment.
• Experience working in an event center environment
• Experience in theater equipment maintenance and repair.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in the event industry, live theater, production or a related field.
• Experience with professional audio systems, including digital and analog mixing consoles, wireless microphones, signal flow and routing.
• Experience with theatrical lighting systems, including digital lighting consoles, ability to hang and focus stage lights, circuiting and cabling lighting instruments.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

N/A

Posting Number

Posting Number WGE_3403P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/27/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 09/09/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu .

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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