Theatre Props Shop Coordinator — Operations & Storage

University of Maryland; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland in College Park seeks a Coordinator for the Properties Shop to manage daily operations, props production, and storage. You will supervise volunteers and student staff while ensuring safe use of tools and materials for productions.

The role emphasizes strong organization, communication, and policy adherence within a university arts setting. Evening/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; one year of professional administrative or coordinator experience.
• Additional work experience may substitute for education on a year‑for‑year basis up to four years.
• Strong knowledge of organization, administration and customer service best practices.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations and laws.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of the Clarice Properties Shop and storage facility.
• Procure/produce props; ensure safe and effective use of tools and materials.
• Coordinate volunteers, student personnel, and Contingent 1 employees.
• Promote a safe workplace by adhering to policies and procedures.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication

Policy interpretation

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

University of Maryland in College Park seeks a Coordinator for the Properties Shop to manage daily operations, props production, and storage. You will supervise volunteers and student staff while ensuring safe use of tools and materials for productions.

The role emphasizes strong organization, communication, and policy adherence within a university arts setting. Evening/weekend work may be required.