Position is open to current University of Maine employees within the Collins Center for the Arts only.

The Assistant Director for Theater Operations is responsible for the oversight and execution of all event management, public assembly, scheduling and artist/guest services at the Collins Center for the Arts (CCA), or other venues where the CCA presents. This position works closely with all CCA professional staff, student employees, various campus departments, off-campus businesses (hotels, caterers, etc.) and artist agents/representatives/management. The CCA is a 1,435 seat performing arts center hosting approximately 185 event days annually. Typical hiring range for this is $52,000 - $60,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

Complete Job Description

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. 

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here.

Employees in the University of Maine System are required to comply with UMS COVID protocols which currently include, but are not limited to, being vaccinated, obtaining a qualified vaccination exemption, and/or participating in regular COVID testing. Further information can be found here.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree and typically has a minimum of four to six years of relevant experience with proven event and/or facilities management experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience, especially in a related field (i.e. hospitality, artist management, facility management, event planning/management) may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills, tact and excellent communications skills as this position is often the “public face” of the CCA to patrons and presenters alike.
• The ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• The ability to lift boxes and equipment of 30 lbs. as this job requires frequent set-up and tear down of tables, chairs and other equipment.
• Driver's license required for frequent local travel.

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae
3.) contact information for three professional references

You will also need to submit the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Review of applications to begin: August 8, 2022
 

Appropriate background checks are required.

The University of Maine is an EEO/AA employer, and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Amie Parker, Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 North Stevens Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5754, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).