Assistant Technical Director and Accounting Assistant

Assistant Technical Director and Accounting Assistant

Welcome to the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center, Where the arts come ALIVE! We are proud to serve as a cultural, artistic, educational, social, and economic resource for the Greater Johnstown area! The PPAC is located on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and features many exciting events year-round! The PPAC is partnering with the First Summit Arena to bring a variety of performing arts events to the region.

The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra performs a full season at the PPAC. The PPAC is also a host to the UPJ music and theatre department events, the Johnstown Concert Ballet, and Out of His Mind Dance Company.

Job Summary

Oversees the day-to-day operations of one or more of the Design and Technical Spaces of the Theatre Arts department. Advises and consults with the technical director and team on production-related materials. Assists in quoting and purchasing materials, properties, and other necessary equipment for individual productions and shop inventory. Collaborates with the technical director and team on design implementation for departmental productions and the execution of projects. Attends Design and Technical Spaces production meetings. Assists in maintaining theatrical spaces, designs and inventories, & student safety training documentation. Assists with training and supervising student workers, over-hire technicians, students, and student volunteers during technical processes. Coordinates with production director and technical director to evaluate and accommodate seasonal internal and external rentals of spaces, goods, and equipment.

Essential Functions

Incumbent must be able to move objects up to 40 lbs., move around the various spaces of the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center and assists with all production needs.

Physical Effort

Ability to move – Lifting, sitting, bending, reaching, climbing. Operating technical systems, computer systems and clerical work.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Performing Arts Technical Assistant Director
Job Family: Academic & Student Services
Job Sub Family: Performing Arts
Campus: Johnstown
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 5
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No Work Schedule: Typically Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Weekends and Evenings are required Work Arrangement: Typically Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Weekends and Evenings are required
Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications
RelocationOffered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Cover Letter
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