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Stage and Technical Director

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Mar 13, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Stage and Technical Director
Union Level
Department	Conservatory of Music
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201303959P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule	Requires the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by the performance schedule.
Position End Date
Open Date	03/12/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period. This is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Sponsorship	This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The Conservatory of Music at the University of the Pacific invites applications for the position of Stage and Technical Director. This full-time position is responsible for overseeing all music-learning and performing spaces. This position will guide all technical and production aspects of performances and events held in the Conservatory's two performance venues: the 800-seat Faye Spanos Concert Hall and the 100-seat Recital Hall. The Stage and Technical Director will work closely with faculty, students, guest artists, and staff to ensure high-quality production support for a diverse range of musical performances, lectures, and special events.
Essential Functions	Oversee Conservatory concerts and events (150 + per year). Manage all technical operations for performances, including lighting, sound, stage setup, and video projection. Supervise and train student workers, stage crew, and box office ensuring a professional and educational experience. Coordinate scheduling for Conservatory performance, rehearsal, and classroom facilities. Maintain and upgrade technical equipment, including sound systems, lighting rigs, and recording setups. Collaborate with faculty and guest artists to meet production needs for concerts, rehearsals, and special events. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in stage and technical operations. Coordinate with university facilities and external vendors for venue maintenance and equipment repairs. Assist with live-streaming and recording of performances as needed. Work with the Director of Operations and Student Staff to manage Conservatory inventory and equipment. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in technical theater, stage management, music technology, a related field, or equivalent experience (i.e. Two (2) years of full-time experience in the same/similar position is equal to one (1) year of completed post-high school coursework). One (1) year of experience in live sound engineering, lighting design, stage management, and/or AV technology.
Preferred Qualifications	Knowledge of standard operating procedures for performing arts and academic instruction and event management. Minimum of two years of experience in stage and technical direction, preferably in a music or performing arts setting. Proficiency in live sound engineering, lighting design, stage management, and AV technology. Experience supervising and mentoring student workers or interns. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs) and recording technologies. Knowledge of stage rigging and theatrical safety procedures. Knowledge of standard operating procedures for performing arts and academic instruction and event management. Experience in video production and live-streaming setups. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Work Environment/Workweek/Travel: Work is primarily performed in the standard office environment with use of computer and phone, occasionally requires work out of doors or in large auditoria with exposure to warmer or cooler temperatures. Requires the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by the performance schedule.
Hiring Range	$30.00 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.