operations manager Arlington, TX
University of Texas at Arlington
Full Time
Arlington, TX
84516 - 54516 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
S04685P
Position Title
Technical Operations Manager (S04685P)
Department
University Ctr and SummerCamps
Location
Arlington
Job Family
Facilities/Construction
Position Status
Full-time
Work Hours
Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Schedule depending on events/projects that may fall into the evenings and weekends as needed.
Schedule depending on events/projects that may fall into the evenings and weekends as needed.
Open to
External and Internal
FLSA
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $65,000 - $70,000.
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis
Monthly
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Job Summary
To perform supervisory and audio-visual technical and setup work involved in event management. Responsible for managing all audio-visual services and operations; managing personnel; and for ensuring the integrity of all equipment, including supervising the acquisition, maintenance, repair and long-term planning for all equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Planning, setup, execution and tear down of events requiring technical expertise in the field of sound reinforcement.
- Supervision of the Events Manager and Operations Supervisor, who will interview, hire and train AV and setup personnel, including UTA students without previous experience. Plans, coordinates, and communicates their duties and schedules.
- Sound Systems, Audio-Visual Equipment, and Asset Management. Responsible for:
- The inventory, care, and maintenance of audio-visual systems and components and other related equipment.
- The safe and secure storage and transportation of all audio-visual equipment.
- Prepares, communicates and documents safety procedures and standard operating procedures.
- Requisitions and maintains inventory of materials, supplies, tools, and parts to meet needs of events and ongoing maintenance.
- Maintains records of work, maintenance programs, and equipment.
- Evaluate audio-video system integration and installation, suggest improvements and upgrades, and manage appropriate technical-related capital projects.
- Works closely with Event Managers, including those at UTA Special Event Facilities, to fulfill requests for stage, audio and lighting equipment to ensure arrangement conforms to users’ specifications.
- Provides estimation of labor and equipment costs and tracks order through billing.
- Other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS AT UTA
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Required Qualifications
- Two (2) years of college with coursework in technical theater, electronic technology, communications, music, or related field.
- Thorough training/knowledge of sound reinforcement systems, audio-visual aspects of events and their implementation, and all components.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in live sound with administrative and supervisory experience.
- Four (4) or more years of experience in the hands-on operation of audio-visual gear.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Training in workplace safety, both general and specific to electrical power.
- Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.
- Thorough working knowledge of equipment and technique associated with sound reinforcement equipment such as speakers, amplifiers, wired and wireless microphones, mixers, processors, portable PA’s, rigging systems, power systems and intercom.
- Live audio-visual experience with many different types of events, including meetings, lectures, video playback, performing arts shows and concerts.
- Advanced knowledge of digital audio-visual systems, computers and networking.
- Training and experience with FFT-based audio measurement systems.
- Personal competencies in flexibility/adaptability and judgement/problem solving.
- Advanced verbal communication skills necessary for directing personnel and for service-oriented client interaction.
- Experience with project management of multiple tasks/initiatives.
- Ability to work at significant heights comfortably and safely via lifts and ladders.
- Working knowledge of MS Office including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in technical theater, electronic technology, communications, music or related field.
- Touring experience with a road-based show or event service provider.
- Four (4) or more years of experience as audio, lighting, or technical lead for road house, or comparable event space.
- Negotiating, writing and executing contracts with service providing unions or vendors.
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Working Title
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected].
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Open Date
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD
- * How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
- None/less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
- * What is your skill level using audio/visual equipment? (Proficient is the highest skill level)
- No skills/Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Proficient
Documents Needed To Apply
Required DocumentsOptional Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
