What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theater and Planetarium Technician position at Kalamazoo Valley Community College?
Posting Number:
201101409P
Job Title:
Theater and Planetarium Technician
Location:
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full Time
Pay Rate:
Minimum of $19.27 per hour. Hourly rate will be set based on education and relevant years of experience beyond the minimum requirements.
Position Type:
Staff
Department:
Museum Programs
Job Summary:
Do you have experience with computers, technology and audio/visual equipment? Would you like to work for a respected community organization that always strives to put service to the people of Kalamazoo first? If so, then the Kalamazoo Valley Museum may have the perfect full-time opportunity for you. Read on!
About Us
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is part of Kalamazoo Valley Community College, which is a comprehensive, fully accredited, public, two-year college in Kalamazoo, MI. We offer associate degrees in more than 60 areas of study and 50 certificate programs. Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable opportunities that empower all to learn, grow and thrive.
About the Opportunity
Kalamazoo Valley is seeking a full time Theater and Planetarium Technician for the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. This position oversees the daily operations, maintenance, development and equipment repair related to the technology of the Mary Jane Stryker Theater and planetarium at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum and assists the Planetarium/Theater Manager with technology support and provides consultation support for complex technologies used in the Museum’s exhibits. This position also serves as liaison with IT and media contractors/vendors to assist in trouble-shooting technologies and operates, maintains, and updates the planetarium console, producer station, and theater control room.
Other duties include, but are not limited to:
About Us
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum is part of Kalamazoo Valley Community College, which is a comprehensive, fully accredited, public, two-year college in Kalamazoo, MI. We offer associate degrees in more than 60 areas of study and 50 certificate programs. Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable opportunities that empower all to learn, grow and thrive.
About the Opportunity
Kalamazoo Valley is seeking a full time Theater and Planetarium Technician for the Kalamazoo Valley Museum. This position oversees the daily operations, maintenance, development and equipment repair related to the technology of the Mary Jane Stryker Theater and planetarium at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum and assists the Planetarium/Theater Manager with technology support and provides consultation support for complex technologies used in the Museum’s exhibits. This position also serves as liaison with IT and media contractors/vendors to assist in trouble-shooting technologies and operates, maintains, and updates the planetarium console, producer station, and theater control room.
Other duties include, but are not limited to:
- Fully leverage technology to expand the use of the theater for educational programming, instructional use, and community partnerships.
- Knowledgeably interpret scientific/astronomical concepts to visitors and assist, as needed with operations training to develop interpretive skills related to astronomy and related subject matter.
- Lead operator and interpretive staff while in the theater and support other Museum programming and events, as needed.
- Provide input to the future design and new exhibits that seek to integrate interactive technologies that support immersive simulations and other interactive experiences.
- Make recommendations for updating equipment, software, and other related needs related to the successful use of the theater and planetarium spaces.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Knowledge of complex integrated audio visual systems (including sound, lighting, and projection).
- Skill in oral and written communications.
- Skill in providing excellent customer service.
- Skill in maintaining equipment
- Skill in troubleshooting and learning new technologies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Appropriate education, training, experience and talents are requirements for this position. An example of this would be a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of related prior experience.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
Physical Demands:
Work Hours:
Working hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., but hours will be flexed to accommodate availability on some evenings, weekends and holidays.
Posting Date
03/06/2025
Closing Date:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please apply online at jobs.kvcc.edu
Posting will remain open until position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by March 23, 2025.
Posting will remain open until position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by March 23, 2025.
EEO Statement
As an employer, Kalamazoo Valley encourages, welcomes, and fosters differences because we believe that diversity makes us great. It is the policy of Kalamazoo Valley Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race (including traits associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, color, national origin/ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, height, weight, familial status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by law, in its programs, services, employment or activities. All qualified applicants will be given equal opportunity and consideration for employment; please consider joining us as we empower all to learn, grow and thrive. Prior to a job offer, candidates will be required to complete a criminal record background check. For some positions, a credit history investigation will also be required. Information gathered will be used for job-related purposes to the extent permitted by applicable law and will not result in an automatic disqualification from an employment opportunity.
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