Costume Shop Technician; Performing Arts Technician II

The anticipated salary hiring range is up to $3,442 - $3,581 per month (Steps 1 –
3), commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The salary range for this classification is $3,442 to $5,014 per month.

• This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week), probationary, non-exempt position.
• This position is on a 10/12 Pay Plan which is equivalent to ten months of salary distributed over a 12-month period. The scheduled months off will be June and July.
• Initial appointment will be on a 12 month pay plan (salary range: $4,130 – $4,297 per month) from the date of hire through the end of the July 2027 pay period. At the beginning of the August 2027 pay period, the appointment will change to an 10/12 pay plan whereby the incumbent will work 10 months per year and are paid 12 months (10/12) with each subsequent June and July off.

• medical, dental and vision plans
• membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
• sick and vacation time
• 15 paid holidays a year
• eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program

Under the supervision of the faculty costume designer and leadwork direction of the costume shop supervisor, the Costume Shop Technician is responsible for the shared leadership, coordination and planning of the day-to-day operations of the costume shop, including its machines, work spaces and costume stock. The position is also responsible for serving as assistant costume designer and/or overseeing assistant designers; establishing and meeting construction and fitting deadlines;

attending rehearsals and working with designers to meet artistic goals; and may assist in other costume production areas as directed by the needs of the shop and the productions. The position oversees and instructs students in collaboration with the Costume Shop Supervisor.

The technician is also responsible for the creation of costumes; interpretation of original design work and pattern drafting based on costume designs, including all facets of the construction process such as alterations, fittings and maintenance of pulled, purchased or rented clothing items. In addition, the technician will oversee student wardrobe crews and serve as hair and make-up lea

• Ability to construct costumes
• Ability to work with faculty and shop staff to provide training and leadwork to students involved in productions
• Ability to work productively and independently under time pressure and meeting deadlines
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills-written, oral and visual
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace and work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and across organizational lines

• Three years of related experience working in professional repertory or stock theatre company or academic costume shop and/or equivalent completion of professional training or college coursework

Applications received by October 31, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

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