What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scene Shop Supervisor position at Rider University?
Location : Lawrenceville
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : Rider00100
Division : Academic Affairs
Department : Rider Theatre
Opening Date : 01 / 13 / 2025
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit : N / A
Work Schedule : Typical Mon-Fri 8 : 30am-5pm, plus weekend removal call(s). Additional hours as needed.
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Position Overview
Rider University invites applications for the position of Scene Shop Supervisor. Reporting to the Director of Production Management, this individual will supervise and assist student staff in theatrical scenic construction, installation, notes, and removal in support of the College of Arts & Sciences productions of musical theatre, theatre, dance, and opera. Individual will supervise and maintain shop equipment and supplies.
This is a 10-month position.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Theatrical and finish carpentry, rigging, basic painting, minor electrical knowledge for power tool maintenance.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Satisfactory background and / or DMV checks required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Rider University is consistently highly ranked as a best college by U.S. News and World Report and The Princeton Review for student success, academic programs, veteran friendliness, and its sustainability efforts.
Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success.
Rider University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity.
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