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Job ID360416 LocationDuluth Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service About the Job The MPAC Technical Director is a temporary staff position (up to 20 hours per week) that coordinates external rentals for the Marshall Performing Arts Center (MPAC) and provides stage management, lighting, and sound support for events in MPAC on the University of Minnesota Duluth campus. Position begins immediately and would be eligible to work up to 67 days in 2024. Job Duties Oversee and be responsible for MPAC rentals for groups and organizations other than UMD Theatre Negotiate contracts with external rentals and ensure compliance with university policies Create an optimal learning environment for students; lead and motivate students and work study staff Coordinate all schedules, budgets, documentation, and student personnel for events. Collaborate with colleagues (particularly the Weber Music Hall Technical Director and the MPAC Box Office Manager) to ensure a positive environment for groups using MPAC Maintain necessary inventory for necessary expendables and supplies Ensure compliance with university policies to maintain a safe environment for student workers and guests Qualifications Required Qualifications BA/BS in a relevant field OR a combination of education and work experience that totals four years Demonstrated experience with stage management, lighting, sound, and/or event management Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage and supervise student workers to complete projects on time Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in a relevant field Strong supervisory, leadership, communication, budgeting, scheduling and time management skills Ability to work with a diverse student body, and with faculty and student designers and directors. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647. Diversity The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) The University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) consistently ranks among the top Midwestern, regional universities in U.S. News and World Report's "America's Best Colleges" issue. Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD provides an alternative to both large research and small liberal arts environments and attracts students looking for a personalized learning experience on a medium-sized campus of a major university. A firm liberal arts foundation anchors a variety of traditional degree programs, as well as professional and graduate students that draw on UMD's many research institutes and labs. At the Univer ity of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022). The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.