Program Assistant/Stage Supervisor - 10 month - Part-Time

Description ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE: Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized. Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 42 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others. JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Berrie Center Technical Director (BCTD) and the Theater Technical Director (TTD), the Program Assistant supports the performing arts series, college and academic programs, and other events in their use of the Berrie Center performance and support spaces. The Program Assistant provides technical assistance to the Theater program productions and oversees student aides and students performing lab hours in their work on this variety of programming. The Program Assistant must work a very flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Hourly Rate:$25.00 an hour Examples of Duties DUTIES Meets regularly with the BCTD and the TTD to determine work schedule and assignments. Serves as Technical Supervisor for events in the Berrie Center performance spaces implementing the decisions made in advance by the BCTD and Berrie Center Director. Events include, but are not limited to, professional performing arts programming, campus events and student activities events. Assists the TTD on the construction of scenery for the Theater program productions. Oversees Student Aides and students full-filling lab hours for academic classes in their work on Theater program productions in conjunction with TTD and/or BCTD. Performs routine maintenance to theatrical equipment and systems in conjunction with the TTD and/or BCTD. Qualifications A working knowledge of stage electrics, audio, and projections are required. Scenery and theatrical rigging skills are desirable. Knowledge of and experience in stage management is desirable. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work comfortably at heights. Must be able to work with a diverse population of artists, faculty, students, and staff and be able to meet flexible work schedule requirements. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as computer and technological literacy. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor's Degree in Theater or related field. Relevant experience can be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Appointee will be required to possess a valid driver's license. Supplemental Information EEO Statement: Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs and other diversity programs. Ramapo's commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.

Created: 2024-11-30