Theatre Faculty

Maricopa Community College district
long term disability, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Mesa
June 18, 2024
Theatre Faculty Job ID: 320052 Location: Mesa Community College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $49,725 - $95,728/annually DOE Grade 001 Work Schedule 30 hours per week Work Calendar 9 Months Maricopa Summary Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year? Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States? Whether you're teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges! About Us What's Currently Happening at Maricopa Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the National Science Foundation to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program). Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance One of the largest community college systems in the country 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes 2019 No. 42 in Arizona's Best Employers Campus Statement At Mesa Community College, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We honor the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, socioeconomic background, immigrant status, language, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, nationality, and intellectual perspective, enrich the college community. We continuously adapt and respond to differences with a single focus - to create a welcoming, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment that ensures all students and employees have the support and knowledge to succeed and thrive. MCC is committed to building and sustaining a workplace that reflects our community and student population. Our goal is that our students and employees have the knowledge and skills necessary to excel, lead, navigate, and thrive in a diverse world. Benefits The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community. Benefits & Perks Options: 16 paid observed holidays Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) & 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance) Paid, sick, and personal time (if applicable) Maricopa Employee Store: Perks & Gears (exclusive discounts and offers for Maricopa Community Colleges faculty and staff) Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents Flexible work schedules Maricopa Employee Health & Wellness Program: Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Diabetes Empowerment Education Program Mobile On-site Mammography Screenings Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wondr online program that teaches clinically-proven, healthy habits that lead to less stress, better sleep, weight loss, and more Pre-Retirement Events Public Service Loan Forgiveness (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the U.S. Department of Education after qualifying). 10+ Maricopa Affinity Resource Employee Groups (Celebrates diversity, embraces inclusion, and supports employees, students, and community!) Job Summary This position is scheduled to begin Jan 2025. The purpose of this Faculty position is to collaborate and support the AAFA degree and certificates (CCL's) in Technical Theatre. This person will collaborate with the Theatre faculty and staff to support and sustain the occupational program. This faculty member will primarily teach occupational courses within their area of expertise but will also serve as a generalist in the Theatre discipline, teaching an array of theatre courses. Areas of expertise may include lighting technology, master electrician, construction of costumes, wigs and make-up, scenic construction, properties, and welding. This faculty member must align the program to USITT standards and build connections with professional venues for student internships and future employment. MCC produces four shows a year, two per semester following the League of Resident Theatre (LORT) production practices. These are co-curricular, collaborative productions, which are learning environment based, that are vital for the success of students. This faculty member will collaborate with the Theatre Faculty and production staff on all department shows. Essential Functions Instruction - Supervises and instructs a diverse population of students in a classroom or lab setting; Develops written syllabi/course outlines and course materials; assesses student knowledge of subject matter and prepares and grades exams; maintains academic support hours to assist and advise students. Engages in the academic life of the college by participating in district-wide and campus committees and activities. Develops and enhances knowledge of subject matter taught and individual training skills required to remain current with new trends and developments in the field and to promote the scholarship of teaching and learning through attendance at conferences, courses, seminars, and/or workshops. Production - Participates in main stage and black box productions. May supervise MCC student representation at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival and other invitational touring opportunities. Collaborate with the Theatre faculty on all of the productions; Collaborate with the Theatre technical and production staff; Collaborate with marketing to create publicity materials for the occupational program. Administration- Assesses occupational class schedule and curriculum needs; assign classes under the direction of the Theatre Discipline Coordinators and Department Chair, recruit and mentor adjunct faculty as needed, advise majors on program and degree requirements. Professional Engagement/Service - Engages in academic life of the college and participates in departmental, college and district committees. Minimum Qualifications The Academic Teaching Fields require the following from an accredited college or university: A Master's degree in Theatre Arts, or a Master's degree in any teaching field with 18 graduate semester hours in Theatre Arts is required. Desired Qualifications A. MFA or MA in the Technical Theatre areas from an accredited College or University. B. Teaching experience in Technical Theatre at the college level. C. Minimum of five years working in technical areas of production at the professional level and/or the college level. D. Experience in technical direction, production management, and/or production lead. E. Knowledge in two or more of these areas: lighting technology, master electrician, construction of costumes, wigs and make-up, scenic construction, properties, and welding. F. Knowledge of computer technology integration and automation in Technical Theatre. G. Professional Technical certifications and affiliations, not including design-based memberships. H. Experience collaborating with diverse populations and programs. Special Working Conditions May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs. Work Schedule Varies: May be required to work evenings and weekends. Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: https://district.maricopa.edu/regulations/admin-regs/section-4/4-14 Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate's own expense. Unofficial transcripts must be included in order to be considered for this position. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit unofficial transcripts, resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a cover letter showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. If your master's degree is not in the teaching field, then please list the 18 graduate semester hours completed in the teaching field in your application materials. MCCCD accepts unofficial transcripts for U.S. schools at the time of application. Unofficial transcripts are submitted as an attachment to the application. Transcripts from non U.S. institutions must be translated and evaluated and provided with application material. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses/locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on Navigator > Menu > Self Service > Recruiting > Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply. Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers. If you encounter a technical issue in the upload of documents or the submission of your application, please contact MCC Human Resources at strategicstaffing@mesacc.edu prior to the application deadline. We are accessible on business days from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Arizona time. Additional Requirements List the courses you have taught and include a CV along with a portfolio of technical work in Theatre. Posting Close Date Apply on or before August 15, 2024 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. 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