Arts Center Technical Operations Assistant Director
Arts Center Technical Operations Assistant Director
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***OPEN UNTIL FILLED***Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.
The Provo Covey Center for the Arts is looking for an Assistant Technical Director to provide technical production services for live stage events.
For more than seventeen years the Covey Center for the Arts has been a cornerstone of creativity and cultural life in Utah County. Each season we welcome more than 150000 patrons to award-winning family-friendly performances and robust arts education programs. From inspiring concerts to transformative outreach initiatives the Covey has become Utahs premier all-ages destination for live performance and community engagement.
Job Details
What is the compensation package
Pay Rate: (G24) $23.09 - $31.84 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Benefits: Provo City offers competitive pay; paid leaves including vacation sick holidays bereavement and parental leaves; generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans; free use of the Provo Recreation Center Peaks Ice Arena and City Library; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the local market among many other great benefits.
What are the main duties (For the full class specification click here.)
Assist with all production-related functions backstage and front of house.
Coordinate and act as liaison for the technical needs of performers artists contractors crews building users and other groups.
Ensure safety protocols and procedures are followed.
Direct and participate in the loading and unloading of equipment props and other materials.
Provide on-site production assistance.
Operate sound and lighting controls and various software programs specific to stage production.
Ensure needed equipment is procured in time for performances and events.
Maintain inventory of all Center equipment.
Assist contractors performing services and ensure adherence to established terms.
Assist with analyzing project plans andestimating costs and materials.
Assist other staff members and perform other related duties as required.
What are the minimum requirements
Provo City will accept equivalent combinations of job-related education and experience substituting each 1 year of post-secondary education/training for 6 months of experience.
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Two (2) years of professional experience in technical theater operations or technical production services.
A valid lawful Driver License.
Prefer Associates degree in Fine Arts with emphasis in Theater Technology.
What is the schedule
This position requires flexible non-traditional work hours including evenings and weekends as directed by the performance schedule.
What are the physical and environmental factors
This position involves long shifts walking bending climbing ladders stooping reaching lifting up to 70 lbs. quick movements to exit dangerous situations assuming uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time working at heights of up to 80 feet and exposure to dangerous equipment hazardous settings and high also include exposure to high stress situations or environments including handling emergency situations meeting strict deadlines contact with individuals in confrontational or uncomfortable circumstances and other stressful conditions related to the workplace.
What is the selection process
This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received (at least seven days). Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.
If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.
Why Provo City
Provo City has a vision for continued prosperity based on citizen priorities. To deliver on those priorities the Administration developed a brand promise to establish the high standards of our community identifies as the Provo Pillars: Welcoming Safe and Sound Economically Vibrant and Forward Looking together we are building a strong foundation for a community that is honored both nationally and is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life well-being and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the Best Performing City three years in a row and we were ranked the Best Run City in America by WalletHub for 2025. Visit to learn more!
Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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