MPAC Technical Director (Temporary)

The MPAC Technical Director is a temporary staff position (up to 20 hours per week) that coordinates external rentals for the Marshall Performing Arts Center (MPAC) and provides stage management, lighting, and sound support for events in MPAC on the University of Minnesota Duluth campus. Position begins immediately and would be eligible to work up to 67 days in 2025.

Job Duties

• Oversee and be responsible for MPAC rentals for groups and organizations other than UMD Theatre
• Negotiate contracts with external rentals and ensure compliance with university policies
• Create an optimal learning environment for students; lead and motivate students and work study staff
• Coordinate all schedules, budgets, documentation, and student personnel for events.
• Collaborate with colleagues (particularly the Weber Music Hall Technical Director and the MPAC Box Office Manager) to ensure a positive environment for groups using MPAC
• Maintain necessary inventory for necessary expendables and supplies
• Ensure compliance with university policies to maintain a safe environment for student workers and guests

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in a relevant field OR a combination of education and work experience that totals four years
• Demonstrated experience with stage management, lighting, sound, and/or event management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and supervise student workers to complete projects on time
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field
• Strong supervisory, leadership, communication, budgeting, scheduling and time management skills
• Ability to work with a diverse student body, and with faculty and student designers and directors.

Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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