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About Us Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion. Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Job Summary Manages the daily operations of the assigned production area(s) in support of the department's season and oversees the application of production elements. Works with technical crew, designers, and management to ensure productions are completed safely, promptly, and within budget. Responsible for hiring guest artists, casual labor, and guest lecturers. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Supervises, plans, and manages daily production and performance operations and staff of the assigned location in consultation with manager and/or department leadership 2. Negotiates, executes and reconciles rental contracts for external, internal and RSO users and rental clients 3. Assists with technical production and artistic needs for the department as assigned 4. Manages budgets for the assigned area and oversees the purchasing of production elements 5. Develops reports and projections, and reconciles the general ledger 6. Works collaboratively with staff, administrators, and faculty to meet the program and department's goals 7. Primary point of contact between housekeeping, student activities, university events, Patron services, plant ops, and the location 8. Maintains Event Management System and provides as needed event documentation to each supporting entity 9. Supports department projects and initiatives, attends meetings as scheduled 10. Responsible for labor hires, student assistant and student supervision to ensure proper staffing for all events, performances and/or productions Required Qualifications Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Required Experience: One (1) year related work experience or at least two (2) years of student employment experience with a concentration in theater production, management, or related experience or the successful completion of the related arts program competencies as documented by the manager. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications: An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Preferred Experience: Experience in a comparable role at an institution of higher education Previous supervisory experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES: Able to work with theater specific control devices such as audio and lighting consoles Able to supervise stagehands including professionals, interns and students Able to model industry best-practices for students Able to demonstrate and show basic stage craft skills Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of production of live theatre events and use of theater specific software Knowledge of budgetary processes SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, Adobe, and both Mac and Window¿s OS) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time Background Check * Standard Enhanced * Education Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.