Coordinator Performing Arts Center

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of related experience is required.

Skill Requirements: This position requires a strong customer service orientation in managing the complete operation of the AISD Performing Arts Center (PAC) for use by schools, organizations, and outside entities. This position requires public relations and budgeting skills as well as knowledge and technical expertise in supervision and instruction of performance hall and theatre operations, including safety, security, lighting, sound, video projection, orchestra shell and pit setup and storage, rigging, stagecraft, facility management, and code compliance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other performance-related software and hardware preferred. Job Purpose and Responsibility: Under the direction of the Executive Director of Fine Arts, incumbent is responsible for planning, managing, implementing, tracking, and evaluating the operation, scheduling, and personnel of the PAC in support of AISD goals, policies, and procedures. This position is required to work evenings and weekends.

Essential Functions: Hire, train, and supervise PAC staff, students, ushers, contractors, and sub-contractors. Schedule and manage all aspects of production events pursuant to established AISD policies and procedures for events, including operations and public relations as assigned by the supervisor. Provide and demonstrate leadership to the assigned area; oversee resource allocation to effectively support District goals; and implement/maintain accountability measures for the assigned area. Analyze the critical needs in assigned areas, conduct team efforts to design, implement, measure, and refine assigned programs, and lead quality improvement efforts. Serve as liaison for visiting production personnel (e.g., AISD schools, community arts organizations, etc.). Ensure that all visiting AISD or outside organization's needs are understood and fulfilled to the best of the PAC's ability. Educates visiting production companies on PAC policies, rules, and regulations. Monitor labor budget during events and apprise visiting organizations of potential and actual overages. Other duties include maintaining and distributing up-to-date PAC event calendars, identifying the needs for each event and exercising leadership in planning and implementing facility and equipment preparation, developing a budget and maintaining records of expenditures, managing the PAC to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe environment, facilitating the maintenance and repair of facility equipment, serving as a Fine Arts expert consultant to the AISD Construction Management Department, AISD campuses, and teachers, providing remote and in-person support and recommendations for campus auditorium needs, overseeing Fine Arts purchases for campus programs in relation to fine arts equipment and supplies, participating in campus site visits to recommend improvements for equity, safety, and functionality, managing social media accounts and publicity for PAC events and district events, as needed, updating the AISD Fine Arts and PAC website, as well as the internal Fine Arts hub site for teachers, overseeing summer educational programming for AISD students and teachers, providing professional learning experiences and development (curriculum) to fine arts teachers in relation to technical theatre, theatre maintenance, and program management, developing and maintaining an intern program for AISD students, managing an inventory rental program for AISD campuses (costumes, lighting equipment, scripts, etc.), complying with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy, handling emergency situations with staff, guests, and the building, and providing an exceptional customer experience for all AISD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that promote a culture of respect. Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. Physical Effort and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, ladders Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving, occasional climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, infrequent pulling of weight, moderate lifting and carrying. Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (45 pounds), or greater mass requiring mechanical assistance. Environment: Standard office or school setting, occasional prolonged hours; districtwide travel, reduced light, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress Personal Work Relationships: This position reports directly to the appropriate supervisor of the department. This position has contact with administrators, teachers, staff, vendors, and outside entities. The Austin Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.