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Form of workWhen you join Team RC, whether you're front-and-center or behind-the-scenes, you can rest assured that your work makes an impact in the community you serve. Our enthusiasm for public service and our commitment to continuous learning helps Team RC focus on what really matters; service and people.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is not your average public agency employer. We have evolved from the antiquated civil service government employment of the past. Our driving staff force, known as Team RC, embodies a culture of innovation and collaboration. We believe that our employees are the best representation of our values, and we strive to be on the cutting edge of diversity, inclusion, and technology.
Not only will you benefit from a culture that strives for innovation and collaboration, but you will also benefit from Team RC work life balance. With programs such as Dress Your Day, Bring Your Dog to Work, Baby on Board, and Flexible Work Schedules, Team RC is where you want to contribute, grow, and thrive!
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
The Community Services Department (CSD) is responsible for providing enriching, fun, and meaningful opportunities for the community to come together. CSD operates the Epicenter Sports Complex, RC Family Resource Center, RC Sports Center, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, Lions Center East and West, and Goldy S. Lewis Community Center and James L. Brulte Senior Center. In addition to 7 facilities there, are more than 30 different parks open to the community for passive use, park shelter and event rentals, hiking trails, athletic fields and City planned special events.
CSD seeks to develop a dynamic team with individuals who embody our 6 core values of Integrity, Zeal, Humility, Teamwork, Curiosity, and Inclusivity. Successful candidates will not only embody our core values but have a passion to carry out the department's Mission and Vision to meet the City Council's goal of ensuring and advancing the quality of life for all of the community.
Applicants who are passionate about working in a department that values authentic community engagement, and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion are particularly encouraged to apply. BEST FIT
This position may be perfect for you if:
- You have a strong working-knowledge of blueprints, set design, construction and painting, rigging, wardrobe, electrics, lighting, audio, and sound systems.
- You have a basic familiarity with QLab, sound and light consoles, and standard construction equipment (lifts, fork lift).
- You have a desire to train and develop the Theatre Technician team.
- You enjoy problem solving on a daily basis.
- You have an understanding of the professional procedures and protocols, resources, and equipment common to modern theater management.
- You thrive in a fast paced environment.
- You have the ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
The Theater Production Coordinator manages the operation and maintenance of all sound, video, lighting, mechanical, rigging, and related technical systems used in rehearsals, performances and rentals, and ensures the safety of staff, patrons and performers.
You'll be responsible for:
- Coordinating technical set-ups in venues and sites across the City including, but not limited to: Cultural Center Playhouse, Celebration Hall, Studio Theater and Courtyard, Epicenter Sports and Entertainment Complex, and Community Centers.
- Providing generalized group training in specialized fields (rigging, lighting, sound, video); ascertaining individual skills and maintaining training to provide a consistent, well-rounded, knowledgeable crew, and coordinating equipment training of technical staff.
- Inspections of equipment and stage area, organizing shops and sheds, and maintaining safe work environment both indoors and out.
- Developing and implementing maintenance and inventory of the facility and equipment and performing routine maintenance duties as necessary.
- Enforcing safety standards, including PPE and OSHA, and coordinating crew safety training on a regular basis.
- Creating production schedules and managing on-going budget, inventory, purchases, and inspections and maintenance of all technical theatre equipment and supplies.
- Overseeing production load-in and load-out and serving as the production manager for rental clients.
- Determining the technical needs of productions, including crew size, assignments, and call schedules, requirements of technical riders, and costs for any rented equipment necessary to meet contract requirements.
- Advising on the staffing, set-up, operation and striking of all productions, scenic and properties construction and painting, and all aspects of stage lighting, sound and video production, special effects, fly-systems and rigging.
- Enforcing policies and procedures concerning technical specifications, safety manuals and equipment maintenance.
Recruitment Timeline
First review of applications will be October 19, 2023
Application Screening completed by October 23, 2023
Tentative Panel Interview: November 7, 2023
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
Application Screening completed by October 23, 2023
Tentative Panel Interview: November 7, 2023
**All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the personnel officer**
Education and/or Experience:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in Theater, Technical Theater or a related field, and four years of experience including two years in a responsible administrative or supervisory capacity, or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Experience and strong working knowledge of blueprints, rigging, electrics, lighting, audio, and sounds systems is essential. Incumbent must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to meet deadlines and work a flexible schedule (including evenings and weekends) and have a strong sense of responsibility and organizational skills. A strong knowledge of the facilities, arrangements, resources, and equipment common to modern theater management; principles of supervision; laws and regulations governing technical operations; ability to train, schedule and supervise production crews.
Special Requirements:
Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants are required to apply online at www.cityofrc.us. This position is open until filled or until a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to completed application form as supplemental information and will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process. All candidates will be notified of their application status by email throughout the recruitment process. Candidates invited to compete in the examination process, who successfully pass the examination process, will be place on an eligibility list. The candidate on the eligibility list who most closely meets the requirements of the City may be selected to receive a final offer. The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.
Successful candidates shall be required to:
Pass a reference and background verification. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established; and
Provide proof of a valid California driver's license and be insurable; and
Pass a pre-employment medical exam which includes a Tuberculosis (TB) Exam;
If hired, candidate will be required to complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America and furnish proof certifying legal authorization to work in the United States.
The City of Rancho Cucamonga Participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. In accordance, the City will provide the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information regarding E- Verify, the Federal Government's online employment eligibility verification system, please visit www.uscis.gov.
Disclaimers
The City of Rancho Cucamonga is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In addition, the City of Rancho Cucamonga abides by a nepotism policy which may preclude you from being hired if the City employs a relative. The City of Rancho Cucamonga makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to Human Resources. For information on Employee Rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act, please clickhere. There is a no smoking policy in effect in all City Offices and vehicles. Finally, please note that the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at Careers@CityofRC.us. Applicants may wish to visit the City's official website at www.cityofrc.us for more information.Employment Type: Full Time
