SENIOR PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPORT COORDINATOR #00097492

Events & Hospitality Management
Events & Hospitality Management manages event spaces and services for campus and external organizations. The department coordinates event planning, operations, and customer service. Departmental responsibilities include event logistics, venue coordination, and on site operations management.

• Lead the development, strategic direction, and daily operations of the Tech Lounge as a student-facing hub for experiential media, esports, and live/digital production, ensuring high-quality engagement and programming
• Oversee AV and technical production systems across campus event spaces, ensuring reliability, performance optimization, and effective vendor-supported solutions
• Direct planning, production, and execution of live events and programs, including major campus initiatives and support for Leach Theatre operations
• Develop and implement systems, workflows, and technical standards that ensure consistent, high-quality user and audience experiences across multiple environments
• Recruit, train, and supervise student staff, fostering a professional, innovative, and service-oriented team culture
• Collaborate with campus partners to enhance digital presence, including modernization of web platforms and advancement of cohesive, production-aware social media and storytelling strategies and serve as a liaison with internal stakeholders and external vendors to identify needs, align solutions, and support continuous improvement of technical and production capabilities

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Bachelor's degree in Media Production, Digital Media, Communications, Theatre Technology, Event Production, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and extensive professional experience
• Extensive hands-on experience; 7-10+ years of progressively responsible experience in live event production, AV systems, theatre production, or digital media environments (streaming, podcasting, or content creation)
• Working knowledge of stagecraft and technical systems, including lighting, audio, rigging, and show control workflows
• Experience supervising teams, mentoring students or staff, and managing production workflows
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, maintain, and improve technical systems in active production environments
• Apprenticeships, workshops, or specialized training (e.g., puppetry, welding, technical theatre, production support, AV/multimedia support)
• Demonstrated success producing or supporting complex, multidisciplinary productions (e.g., live events, hybrid digital/physical experiences, or large-scale performances)
• Experience designing, building, or implementing technical systems and workflows for performance or media spaces
• Background in collaborative, interdisciplinary, or devised work environments
• Experience with emerging media formats, including esports production, live streaming, podcasting, or interactive media
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., QLab, ETC Eos, Vectorworks/SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, streaming platforms)
• Experience working with external vendors and cross-functional stakeholders
• Familiarity with web platforms, digital storytelling, or social media strategy in a production context

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $52,916-$58,000 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 010
University Title: PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPRT COOR SR
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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