Production and Teen Arts Council Associate (Arts & Science Technician -H)

• Job Description

  Description:
  
  The Position
  Palo Alto Children’s Theatre seeks a Production and Teen Arts Council Associate (Arts & Science Technician -H) to support the needs of teen leadership meetings and events, as well as a year-round theatrical season, in various areas of programming, which may include: 1) Main Stage Season, a season of seven professionally realized theatrical productions, on both indoor and outdoor stages; 2) Playhouse Production Series, featuring teen performers, presenting fairy-tales for pre-k audiences; 3) Outreach Initiatives, serving Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) elementary schools with on-site theatrical productions for grades 3 - 5; and 4) Summer Camp productions, for youth age 8 and up.
  
  Work Hours and Schedule
  This is an hourly position with an average of 20 hours per week. Must have a flexible schedule and availability to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends for rehearsal and performance coverage.
  
  About Palo Alto Children’s Theatre
  Palo Alto Children’s Theatre exists to nurture the intellectual, artistic, and personal development of youth through multi-arts education, performing opportunities, and extraordinary theatre experiences. At the Children's Theatre, the process and product are of equal importance in creating excellent theatre for young audiences. Through multi-arts education, the Children’s Theatre develops lifelong skills such as critical and creative thinking, cooperation, and aesthetic sensitivity. A theatre and an educational institution, the Children’s Theatre provides classes and programming designed to provide hands-on learning experiences for youth aged 3 through high school. This invaluable teaching tool develops skills and provides an excellent opportunity to develop participants’ theatrical knowledge. Performing arts education opportunities include onsite classes, camps and production experiences, as well as theatrical Outreach Productions (grades 3-5) and Dance In Schools classes (grades K-2) in all twelve PAUSD Elementary Schools.
  
  The Teen Arts Council is a drop-in leadership group that meets weekly during the school year, and hosts events for teens on a monthly (or semi-monthly) basis.
  
  This is an SEIU Hourly (limited-benefits) position that is budgeted to not exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year. The number of hours per week and schedule will be determined based on assignment.
  
  Essential Duties:
  
  The Production and Teen Arts Council Associate (PTACA) is part of the Children's Theatre production team. This team needs to maintain a professional work ethic and set a positive example for participants, particularly when it comes to punctuality and communication. The PTACA should be someone who is comfortable creating and keeping schedules, is able to be diplomatic when having what can sometimes be challenging conversations with participants and can act as a mentor to youth technicians and teen leadership participants who are part of the theatre's programs.
  
  Under the supervision of the Associate Production Manager, daily tasks will vary, but basic duties include:
  For the TAC:
  Provide support for teens in weekly meetings, event set up and strike, gathering and maintaining an inventory of resources, meeting promotional schedules for events, and scheduling City spaces for events.
  
  For Production:

  • Provide backstage and other support throughout the rehearsal process and at required performances to ensure the safety and productivity of all youth participants.
  • Prepare rehearsal, performance, class and camp spaces as needed.
  • Oversee the check-in/check-out process of production participants.
  • Provide instruction and mentorship to youth production crew and stage managers.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues that may arise throughout the production (tasks may include but not limited to changing lamps, minor scenic repairs, etc.).
  • Assist in servicing Children's Theatre events both on and off-site.
  • May include providing technical support in productions and summer camps.

  
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  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to fulfill the duties of the PTACA would typically be acquired through:

  • Prior stage technician background (may be gained through college, community or professional theatre experience), plus experience working with youth and/or teens in an educational or performing arts setting.

  
  
  Supplemental Information:
  
  The Selection Process:
  

  • Applicants will receive recruitment status notifications via email. Governmentjobs.com account also has notification status updates.
    
  • Applicants will be screened throughout the posting process and highly qualified candidates may be invited to interview at any time after the posting closes.
    
  • The screening process for this position typically may include a virtual recorded interview and/or panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee.
    

  
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  The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
  
  City of Palo Alto offers the following benefits to those in a SEIU Hourly position:
  
  Medical Stipend
  $3.80 effectivethe pay period including July 1, 2024.
  
  Sick Leave
  Earn .03 hour of sick leave for each hour worked.
  
  Retirement
  City of Palo Alto PST (Part-time, Seasonal & Temporary Employees) Retirement Plan
  
  Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
  
  Closing Date/Time: 10/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

• ABOUT THE COMPANY

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  • City of Palo Alto

  • 650-329-2376

  Palo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose.  Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.

   

  Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.

   

  The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world. 

   

  Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.

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  We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.

   

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