Regents of the University of Minnesota

Regents of the University of Minnesota

Temporary Part-Time Technical Director (Theatre) Faculty

Brooklyn Park, USA · Director · Part-time

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About the role

  • All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
  • Ideal candidates will also have an interest in teaching Stagecraft classes and overseeing technical theatre practicums.
  • See more information at: NHCC Theatre Transfer Pathway AFA.

Responsibilities

  • Experience and background in technical directing and set design.
  • Applicants will seek to join a creative, energetic, and student-centered academic team that consistently delivers high-quality support to both major and non-major students in a diverse environment.
  • Work with faculty/directors of stage productions to design and build sets and scenery for two productions a year and provide support during the live performances.
  • Maintain the technical assets of performance spaces, including lighting, sound, fly system, scene shop, and shop tools.
  • Order supplies and, with department support, maintain the theater production and instructional budgets.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Theatre/Theatre Arts, or
  • Master's degree in any discipline/field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in Theatre/Theatre Arts.
  • Master's degree in Theatre/Theatre Arts with a Technical or Design emphasis
  • Experience as a primary instructor teaching college-level Technical Theatre courses.
  • Knowledge of theatre production and business operations.
  • Experience with learner outcomes assessment and evaluation.
  • Demonstrated ability to educate adult learners, multi-lingual learners, students with disabilities, and international students.
  • Experience serving diverse and historically underserved populations.
  • Qualified applicants are required to attach the following documents to their online application:
  • your name and the academic institution's name/logo are required.

Compensation

  • Salary is determined in accordance with the MSCF Collective Bargaining Agreement and is based on the candidate's education and related experience.
  • This part-time position is considered 45% - 60% of a full-time faculty salary each semester, depending on workload.
  • As per the 2025-2027 MSCF contract, a faculty member who meets the eligibility requirements for temporary part-time status can earn a per-credit rate ranging from $1,435.57 to $2,396.43 if they have not been formally salary-placed under the MSCF contract prior to employment.
  • MSCF faculty who have been salary-placed may earn up to $3,288.67 per credit.

Benefits

  • To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
  • Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
  • To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
  • We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
  • Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents.
  • Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Teach with an inclusive and equity-minded approach.

Company info

  • Our campus community demonstrates a strong commitment to our mission: engaging students, changing lives.
  • At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously.
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