Theatrical Program Manager (12152, Grade 22)
Laurel, MD
| Employer: | Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County |
| Category: | Other |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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Description The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is an award-winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks and park-school recreation areas throughout Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. Prince George's County is also responsible for developing and delivering the County's public recreation programs. The Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County, is seeking a Theatrical Technical Director. The Arts and Cultural Heritage Division coordinates and manages four arts facilities; five historic rental properties; the Prince George's Equestrian Center at The Show Place Arena; community arts services; youth and teen arts services; art exhibitions; visual and public art for Commission and Department facilities; and other programs serving County arts organizations, artists, and residents. Programs include art camps; visual and performing arts classes and events; teen art initiatives; art exhibitions; performances in music, dance, and theatre for all ages; touring performances for school children; a community park summer music series and festival, Shakespeare in the Parks; artist studios; rental facilities for arts and non-arts organizations; artist residencies; and rental of historic sites for social functions. The Division staff coordinates various cultural heritage events including Hispanic Heritage Month and, Black History Month programs and poster internships; Asian Pacific Heritage Month programs and receptions; the Celebrate Africa festival; etc. The Theatrical Technical Director position will be located at Montpelier Arts Center in Laurel, Maryland. This critical role requires specialized skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and production quality. Under direction, manages a technical theatre operation of considerable complexity, variety, difficulty, and responsibility to support a wide variety of performing arts productions including procurement and maintenance of specialized theatre equipment and facility and equipment. The role also assists with the management of the visual arts program to include exhibitions and classes. Performs other related duties as assigned. Examples of Important Duties 1. Manages technical operation of facility and supports performing arts productions. Establishes technical operating procedures for facility. Monitors building utility systems to ensure proper operations. Operates and performs ongoing and routine maintenance of complex technical theatre equipment including but not limited to audio visual, lighting, sound, rigging, and special effects. Makes minor repairs to physical plant. 2. Consults with all clients of the theatre facility on a variety of topics including monitoring, setups, load-ins, strikes, rehearsals, performances, and scenic, sound, and lighting design. Recommends type of equipment and techniques to achieve necessary effect on product. Develops and implements classes in technical theatre and design. Acts as productions stage manager, lighting designer, and technical director for in-house productions. 3. Supervises staff. Supervises part-time technicians, personnel from production company, and volunteers. Evaluates and counsels part-time staff. Recruits, selects, and trains part-time staff and volunteers. Plans, schedules, and assigns work. Trains staff and volunteers tp perform technical work. 4. Conducts research. Reviews trade literature, meets with vendors and professionals and exchanges information on new methods and equipment useful to facility. 5. Acts as Exhibition Specialist for the facility performing all phases of exhibition installations; curating, hanging two-dimensional works, mounting sculpture, minor construction, and lighting arrangement. 6. General facility operation. Ensures safe operation of facility. Orders and maintains inventory of equipment and supplies and re-orders, as necessary. 7. Assists in the development of facility budget. Makes recommendations for equipment and supplies and obtains bids and price quotes. Participates in grant development. Initiates purchase requisitions. 8. Keeps Records. Maintains records of inventory of supplies and equipment, completes time cards, writes administrative reports. Performs other duties as assigned. Works a diverse schedule of evenings, weekends, and holidays, which at times exceed the normal work week. Minimum Qualifications Supplemental Information Classification Specification: Theatrical Program Manager This position may be subject to medical, drug, and alcohol testing The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you. THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION 2025 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans. Eligibility You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation. Retirement Programs
PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)
Leave Programs
Other Benefits
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694. * 01 Describe the progression of your professional experience and training in the technical operations of a theatre or arts center (in less than 200 words). * Required Question | |