Auditorium Operations Manager in Clayton, North Carolina at Town of Clayton

The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Auditorium Operations Manager for the Cultural Arts Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.

The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.

Performs difficult planning and technical work to accomplish smooth operation of shows, events and rentals for the Clayton Center. An employee in this class plans, coordinates, organizes, provides and supervises staff in accomplishing the smooth operation of events at the Clayton Center Auditorium and supporting activities at the Conference Center. Work involves serving as primary contact for auditorium rentals, completing contracts, setting up for events and providing all technical direction and support during the events. The position coordinates technical equipment including lighting, sound, multi-media, general set-up, and general operations of the facilities. Work includes supervising contracted and part-time staff supporting auditorium events. Most work is performed during weekday hours, but also includes weekend and evening hours during events. Employee is subject to hazards in facility operations work. Work is performed in inside conditions under general supervision of the Center Director and is evaluated in terms of smooth operations, customer satisfaction, and program and cost effectiveness through observation and discussions surrounding public acceptance.

Serves as primary contact for auditorium rentals; provides facility tours and cost estimates, explains policies, completes rental contracts and receives deposits; discusses and plans for event logistics; documents details and shares with supporting staff.

Thorough knowledge of all theatrical equipment and stage management. Considerable knowledge of theater and performing arts.

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To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume’s on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/251/Benefits.

When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.