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Instructional Services Coordinator - Lighting/Sound Supervisor

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Chandler
Jun 23, 2026
Instructional Services Coordinator - Lighting/Sound Supervisor Job ID: 322860 Location: Chandler-Gilbert Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $22.06 - $28.67/hourly, DOE Grade 112 Work Schedule Standard Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, with a 30-minute meal break. Evening Schedule: Some evening work is required to support concerts and productions. During these periods, shifts will start later in the day (e.g., 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM or 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM). Daily hours will flex (some days longer, some shorter) to maintain a standard 40-hour work week. Weekend Requirements: Occasional Saturday work is required for performances and strikes (approximately 4 within the academic year). Advance Notice: Event schedules are established approximately six months in advance, providing predictable scheduling. Workload Management: To reduce evening shifts, this position has the authority to assign overhire technicians to cover events. Location: This is a 100% on-site position. Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Lighting/Sound Supervisor is an essential and highly valued member of the Performing Arts Center Operations team. Reporting to the Performing Arts Center Manager, this position supervises part-time workers and coordinates the use of lighting and sound elements for our academic programs and productions. They provide theatrical lighting and audio setups, thoughtfully balancing design objectives with equipment selection and sensible timelines. In conjunction with the performing arts center team, this position plays a key role in creating and maintaining the working environment in the theatre. They will also work closely with actors, designers, students, staff, and faculty to shepherd a production process that is supportive and sustainable. Additional Information At the Arnette Scott Ward Performing Arts Center, we operate three distinct venues: a 299-seat main stage theatre, an intimate black box, and an outdoor amphitheater. We primarily support our performing arts academic programs alongside some community rentals. A typical season includes 3 main stage productions, 3 black box shows, 2 dance concerts, and roughly 50 smaller concerts, recitals, and events. While our calendar is active, we intentionally build in downtime between events so our staff has time for maintenance, reflection, and planning. We believe that producing excellent live events shouldn't come at the cost of our staff's well-being. We deliberately structure our schedules to provide enough time to get the work done without burdening our team. When you work with us, you can expect: - Protected Weekends: We essentially never work weekends, with the exception of about four Saturdays per season for matinees and show strikes. - Sensible Hours & Rest: We don't do exhausting overnights. We enforce hard stops at 10:30 PM for tech and dress rehearsals, and 11:00 PM for strikes. We also ensure a minimum 12-hour turnaround between daily shifts. - No Mandatory Overtime: We plan our production calendars deliberately to avoid putting the burden of overtime on our staff and technicians. - Holidays Off: We endeavor to honor all college holidays provided to our students, meaning our staff gets to enjoy those well-deserved breaks as well. You will be joining a supportive, dedicated team of peers-including our Scene Shop Supervisor, Costume Shop Supervisor, Marketing & Box Office Specialist, and PAC Manager, as well as a team of overhire technicians and student workers-who share the goal of creating great art in a healthy, low-stress environment. Essential Functions 60% - Coordinates lighting and sound elements for productions Leads the scheduling planning, budgeting, and implementation of lighting and sound elements for events and productions Works collaboratively with directors and designers to reach a final product that aligns with the design intent, while meeting industry standard safety practices, established deadlines, and budgetary parameters Leads and supervises tech rehearsals and performances for main stage and supported blackbox productions Oversees and leads load-ins and strikes of lighting and sound elements Manages and executes maintenance on lighting and sound equipment Schedules deadlines and deliverables in collaboration with the performing arts center manager Maintains the organization and safety of the stage and equipment storage for students, staff, and faculty 20% - Supervise staff and students In conjunction with the Performing Arts Center Manager, hires and supervises technicians to operate lighting and sound equipment for performing arts events and productions Mentors student designers in lighting/sound as assigned Assigns the work of part time staff and students; provides work direction and feedback Trains part time staff and students on the use of equipment and facilities May coordinate theatrical production practicum labs as assigned 15% - Department Support Communicates with faculty and event organizers in advance of scheduled events to provide optimal support Creates lighting/sound designs for productions as assigned Provides light plots and similar paperwork Assists the Performing Arts Center Manager in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all users of CGCC's performing arts facilities. 5% - Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in a related program area, and one year of program coordination experience. OR An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. 3 years experience in theatrical lighting, sound, stage management, or production management 2. Demonstrated managerial experience, preferably with a performing arts organization 3. Significant hands-on experience in theatrical lighting (including: wiring, atmospherics, theatrical fixtures, and ETC EOS range of consoles) 4. Significant hands-on experience in theatrical audio (including: wiring, signal flow, equipment, OSC, Allen & Heath consoles, and QLab) 5. Knowledge of Vectorworks 6. Knowledge of AV networking basics, including lighting and digital audio networks 7. Experience working with students in an educational setting 8. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years. ** Experience within other community college systems or higher education institutions is valued and may be considered in addition to MCCCD experience. External candidates are encouraged to apply. Special Working Conditions Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including the human body. Working Conditions: Work may include frequent exposure to loud noises associated with performances, construction, or maintenance, or other activities related to the area of assignment. Work may include sitting for extended periods of time and the performance of technical office work requiring prolonged focus and attention to detail. Some assignments may be entirely office based and not involve field-based work tasks. Work Schedule: Some assignments may involve activities that can occur during non-standard work hours. The ability to work evening hours, some weekends, or otherwise non-standard hours is required to perform the essential duties of this position. How to Apply Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.maricopa.edu MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posting Close Date Apply on or before July 10th, 2026 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.erp.maricopa.edu/psc/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U322860&PostingSeq=1** jeid-ab8505a92cfd1a459d1d5dc65ea79561