Facilities and Operations Manager - College of Fine Arts (CFA)

The College of Fine Arts (CFA) at Carnegie Mellon University is searching for a Facilities and Operations Manager to join in the leadership and oversight of its forthcoming Performance Research Center.

CFA is developing an interdisciplinary research and production center, passionate about technology and performance. This initiative is temporarily housed in the former Pittsburgh Filmmakers building at 477 Melwood Avenue, where faculty and students of the School of Drama's Video & Media Design program (VMD) and the School of Arts Electronic & Time-Based Media program (ETB), have been conducting select courses over the last several years.

Ultimately, this exciting collaboration between Art and Drama will serve as an incubator for a larger performance and technology research center, engaging many schools and outside partners that are actively exploring how new technologies, networked systems, and experimental artistic practices bridge previously separate disciplines and open up new possibilities for storytelling, performance, and art.

The Facilities and Operations Manager will help make this ambitious "program of programs" a reality. This position requires the ability to work in an autonomous manner, bringing in stakeholders from different academic units, and working across existing institutional boundaries to support new and generative forms of interaction. This position is principally responsible for leading all aspects of curricular, operational, and event support in the interim building and working with relevant faculty, the CFA Dean's office and outside experts in the planning of the future facility. Once renovations on the new facility are complete, the manager will manage the move, and then engage in programming, scheduling, and policy-related activities in support of the new building, curriculum and faculty.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Curricular Support

  • Scheduling of courses and spaces in collaboration with faculty

  • Production Studio Scheduling & Management

  • Planning for growth and budgeting equipment purchases

  • Working with stakeholders and outside experts on matching curricular plans with well crafted facilities and systems.

• Operational Support

  • Equipment Management, Maintenance & Repair Coordination

  • Student Labor Management

  • Operational and Technological Improvements

  • Management of Equipment Lending system and staff.

• Event Support

  • Scheduling and management of public events in coordination with hosts.

  • Managing multiple theatrical processes and performance spaces in an academic environment.

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within CFA. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued proficiencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to model and support the CFA values by attending anti-racism, DE&I, sexual harassment, and other anti-bias training as scheduled by the CFA.

• Experience leading people and facilities in a theater arts/media live-event context.

• Experience managing theatrical performance spaces, shops, equipment, in the service of curriculum and production goals.

• Familiarity working with media technology and general knowledge of media equipment, systems and processes.

• Media-production and comfort navigating live-studio environment experience.

• Must be able to climb ladders and lift 50lbs

• Education: BFA or MFA

• Years of experience: 3-5

  • A combination of education and proven experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

• Successful background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays. Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may beawaiting you, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

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