Position Information

Requisition Number
Stu315P

Position Type
Student Worker

Department
Department of Student Workers

Job Title
Student Worker - Support Technician 1&2 (Ware & Winter Centers) Academic Year 2024-25

Classification
Student Worker

Pay Rate
Starting rates: $9.50/hr for level 1; $10.00/hr for level 2

Position Summary Information

Hours per week
Up to 20 hrs/week

Days Worked
Flexible

Hours/Shift worked
Flexible

Posting Detail Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Office of Visual & Performing Arts is seeking students to assist with a variety of technical tasks associated with its live productions at the Ware (in Lancaster City) and Winter (on campus) Centers.

Required Qualifications

• Experienced in operating electronics and computer-based systems
• Able to multi-task
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Accurate and attentive to detail
• Customer-service oriented

Must complete 3 required clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints)

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in sound, lighting, and AV technical support for live events is desirable.

Job Duties

This position will assist in the following, but is not limited to:
• Providing Technical Support during Events including operating the lighting and sound systems, setting up equipment, hanging lights, building sets, etc. Ensures all elements are prepared for an event. Assist clients/artists with use as needed. Address any needs that arise.
• Projectionist: run film projector for film series events; set sound level; and troubleshoot problems.
• Back of House Management including stage managing to coordinate with the performers, house management & technicians.
• Front of House Assistance, including greeting guests, coordinating lobby operation, opening doors, ushing, coordinating with back of house and technicians.
• Event Setup: Prepare and restore spaces around events.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Available to work evenings and weekends.

Able to lift 50 lbs.

Posting Open Date
05/22/2024

Posting Close Date
08/09/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Training and mentorship will be provided to successful applicants.

Submission of a cover letter and resume is optional. Applicants are encouraged to upload their class schedule, which will help in determining the best working days and hours without interfering with academic and extra-curricular activities.

Quicklink for Posting/Requisition
https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/11737

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents Optional Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Resume

Class Schedule

Unofficial Transcripts 1

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Reference Letter 1

Reference Letter 2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you currently attending Millersville University or will be at the time of employment?

• Yes
• No

* What is your current major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)

* Are you available to work evenings and weekends in downtown Lancaster?
(Open Ended Question)

* Describe a time when you provided outstanding customer service.
(Open Ended Question)

* Describe your experience in operating electronics and computer-based systems, such as sound, lighting, and audio/visual equipment.
(Open Ended Question)

* This position requires that you complete three background clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprinting). If you are selected for this position, do you have the three clearances from previous employment or for educational purposes? Or would you need to complete them?
(Open Ended Question)

* Are you currently on Millersville University Student Payroll?

• YES - I have another job on campus and am in the student payroll system.
• IN PROCESS - I am in the process of completing new hire paperwork with the Student Payroll Office for another job on campus.
• No.