Job Details

Technical Director

Position Number: 7037100
Location: Brockport, NY
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Theatre and Dance

Technical Director

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $64,474.00 Annually
Location: SUNY Brockport
Job Type: Professional Full-Time
Job Number: 2600336
Division: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Theatre and Music Studies
Opening Date: 03/27/2026
Closing:
Bargaining Unit:

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

SUNY Brockport is accepting applications for a Technical Director. The Technical Director oversees all technical aspects of productions, performances, concerts, and other Fine Arts Series events, ensuring they are executed safely, efficiently, and to professional standards. This role supports the department's educational mission by teaching Stagecraft and related practicums, mentoring students in technical theatre practices, and fostering a collaborative, hands-on learning environment. The successful candidate will be a vital partner in building the next generation of our program as well as an open and collaborative individual positively engaged in the department's mission and values.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions:

Works collaboratively with designers to assess the technical, structural, budgetary, and scheduling feasibility of scenic, property, lighting, and sound designs, ensuring that all projects can be completed in a timely, safe and cost-effective manner.
Creates technical design drawings based on scenic designer drafting to distribute to the Scene Shop Manager and student carpentry crews. Oversees scenic construction and is responsible for the completion, installation, strike, safety, and storage of all scenic elements.
Teaches the Stagecraft course and supervises related practicums each semester, with the understanding that students enrolled in these courses participate in the construction and execution of scenic, property, and technical elements for departmental productions. Related practicums may include stage construction (carpentry), props, lighting, sound, and run crew.
Instructs students in the safe and proper use of shop equipment and theatre production techniques in preparation for, construction of, and participation in departmental productions. This includes students enrolled in Stagecraft, Practicum, Theatre Arts, and work-study positions. Remains current with established safety standards and best practices.
Coordinates with hired designers when necessary and supplies technical drawings and supporting technical documentation to external design collaborators.
Supervises and consults with the Scene Shop Manager in scene shop operations and scenic construction. Will assist the shop manager with prop construction and acquisition.
Plans and creates the work schedule (production timeline) for the department's technical production needs in conjunction with Scenic Charge and Scene Shop Manager.
Attends design run and technical rehearsals in order to supervise and assist in the technical aspects of the show.
Bids, orders, purchases and secures orders of materials, supplies, equipment, and parts for TMS facility and theatre productions. Maintains, tracks, and reports as requested on assigned budgets.
Consults with the producer and department chair on long-term capital improvements or modification of the facility or operating systems.
Provides audio and lighting support for concerts, guest artists, music performances and other events using our spaces (such as mainstage, blackbox, and room 120).
Is present or on site, (or arranges for another faculty or staff person) for all TMS and Fine Arts Events in the theatre and music spaces, and other performances/events as necessary. This can be arranged with the producer and/or chair.

Non-Essential Functions:

Attends and contributes to faculty meetings, production meetings and other department related events.
Participates in ongoing maintenance, cleaning, facility updates, and the organization of storage spaces throughout the building.
Maintains capital improvement and equipment inventory replacement/repair reports in consultation with producer and chair.
Serves on campus committees as needed (i.e., Chemical Hygiene Committee, TMS Safety Committee).
Contributes to a positive and collaborative departmental culture that supports shared values, respectful communication, and productive working relationships.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree by the time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
Minimum of three years of demonstrated experience in theater or related field
Prior teaching or student supervision/mentorship experience
Proficient in CAD program software (AutoCAD preferred and VectorWorks acceptable), and the ability to draft theatrical technical drawings and teach the process of drafting
Knowledge of welding and proper use of metal working tools
Ability to access and conform to local, state, and federal building safety, fire codes, and chemical hygiene practices
Must be collaborative, detailed oriented, possess strong organizational, problem solving and conflict resolution skills, and have effective interpersonal skills to work with faculty, staff, and students
Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

MFA in technical theatre
Knowledge of theatrical sound and sound reinforcement
Knowledge of theatrical lighting and lighting distribution and control systems

Physical Demands and Coordination:

Ability to work on ladders and climb scaffolding to heights in excess of 15 feet
Ability to lift, bend, stoop, walk, reach, stand and work in cramped areas for extended periods of time
Ability to frequently lift or carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds
Ability to perform tasks requiring exposure to dust, heights, moving parts, and noise

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

37.5 hours/week: Monday-Friday, 9 am - 5 pm, some nights and weekends
Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/brockport/jobs/5285891/technical-director

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