Category: : Part-time Staff Subscribe: : Department: : Academic Affairs - Liberal Arts Locations: : Lowell, MA Posted: : Aug 7, 2025 Closes: : Aug 28, 2025 - 11:59 PM EDT Type: : Part-time Position ID: : 191338 About Middlesex Community College:

Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities. The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan. As an Affirmative Action employer, MCC strongly encourages members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence to apply.

Job Description:

Title: Technical Director, Theatre Unit : Part-Time Non-Unit Support Staff Department: Theater, Liberal Arts Division Reports to: Department Chair of Theater Date: August 7, 2025 General Summary: The Theatre Technical Director will oversee all technical aspects of MCC's productions with a primary focus on building, painting, installing, and striking scenic elements. Duties and Responsibilities: Advise Director of Production on the technical specifications, construction costs and usage of technical equipment required for the individual projects and supervise the implementation of approved technical designs Supervise and assist with scenic construction to insure support of the artistic vision within the limitations of schedule, labor, and budget Attend meetings and rehearsals as needed, to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of mounting successful productions Assist with the preparation and control of annual scenic budgets; maintain inventory and order specialized scenic supplies Administrative tasks include scenic budget creation, expense tracking and allocation Assist in recruiting, onboarding, training, and assignment of technical staff Provide logistical support for facility rentals and visiting productions regarding safety, technical characteristics, and other areas of facility operations Monitor the condition of equipment and technical assets of the theatre including scene shop, storage, stage, and rigging equipment; arrange for the repair and replacement within budgetary constraints; perform preventive maintenance on equipment Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience Knowledge of theatrical rigging and double purchase fly system Knowledge of ACAD or Vectorworks Excellent time management, organization, and administrative skills

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $35 per hour in accordance with Middlesex Community College Part-Time Wage Schedule Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed Hours: 18.5 per week, schedule to be determined upon hire Expected Start Date: September 2025 Application Deadline: August 28, 2025

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online by submitting: Cover Letter Resume Names and contact information for three (3) professional references Pre-Employment Requirements: The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary. Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.