Performing Arts Shop Coordinator
Glendora, Los Angeles County, California, 91741, USA
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Creative Arts/Media
Creative Design / Digital Art, Performing Arts Roles/ Dance Instructor
Position Title:
Performing Arts Shop Coordinator
Recruitment
Start Date:
10/07/2026
Recruitment End Date: 11/11/2026
Salary Range: 36
Pay Rate $5,372.71 - $7,199.96 per month / $31.00 - $41.54 an hour
Choice of HMO or PPO with very low co-pays and out-of-pocket costs
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life and AD&D insurance for employees only
CALPERS / CalSTRS Defined-Benefit Pension Plans. District paid post-retirement medical, dental and vision for those employees who qualify and their eligible dependents. 457(b), 403(b), & Roth 403(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
Work-Life Balance19 Paid Holidays and 12 Vacation Days (annually), up to 22 Vacation Days (annually) based on years of service
12 Sick Days annually
Opportunity for remote work after six months of employment (up to two days per week) with manager approval
Possibility of Modified Summer Schedule
Professional Learning Opportunities
Close proximity to the Metro rail system
POSITION SUMMARYCoordinates, schedules, and oversees crews, and performs technical work related to the construction of scenery and sets for college-based productions, and use of the scene shops and the performing arts facility by students, staff and the community. Maintains a safe and functional scene shop by repairing and inventorying the theater equipment.
Minimum Qualifications /Education and Experience
A high school diploma, or the equivalent, and three years of technical theater experience.
Preferred QualificationsExperience in designing scenery for theatrical productions, developing scenic concepts and designs in collaboration with directors, faculty, and other designers as assigned.
Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings, ground plans, and scenic elevations.
Proficiency with CAD or similar software such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks for drafting and plotting builds.
Familiarity with a range of materials beyond wood/steel such as foam carving, plastics, upholstery framing, and casting.
Inventory management experience.
Demonstrates sensitivity to, understanding of, and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, immigration status, and cultural background of community college students, faculty, and staff; and successfully fosters and supports an inclusive educational and work environment.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATESRequires a valid driver's license and a forklift certificate within a reasonable time.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPlans and coordinates scenery construction by meeting with faculty and designers to determine needs, materials, budgets, timing, and crew requirements.
Draws construction prints using computer-aided and/or manual drafting techniques. Prepares multi-dimensional views. Prepares material lists. Searches existing inventory for scenery and materials that can be modified to fit production needs.
Constructs scenery and sets based on approved designs. Performs a variety of skilled carpentry duties such as, but not limited to, rough and finish work, painting, and assembly.
Provides technical oversight, guidance, and training to student theatrical crew members in basic theater practices, scenery construction techniques, and safe work standards.
Oversees the work of student helpers in the construction of scenery and sets. Plans and sequences construction and assembly steps, and schedules student crews accordingly to meet deadlines. Trains students in use of tools and construction techniques.
Stores and inventories scenery that can be re-used. Removes and properly disposes of other scenery.
Ensures the cleanliness and organization of the scenery shop and storage areas. Maintains continuous accessibility of the shop and storage areas to theater production, class, and outside group uses.
Documents various work activities including labor and expenses associated with construction. Receives and processes invoices for purchased items.
May develop work schedules for short-term employees and student workers.
Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
Knowledge,Skills and Abilities
Requires working knowledge of the principles, techniques, methods, and equipment used in the construction of sets and scenery, and other technical aspects of theatrical production.
Requires in-depth knowledge of the operational methods of a scene shop, including stage design and scene construction,…
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