Fine Arts Center Theatre Assistant

About the role

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

Position Details

• Posted: May 29, 2026

• Level: Educational Assistant

• Employment Type: Temporary position, non-tenure track position

• Hours: Part-time up to 17 hours per week

• Anticipated Start Date: July 2026

• Work Location: CT State Naugatuck Valley 750 Chase Pkwy, Waterbury, CT 06708

• Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote

• Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by June 10, 2026.

Position Summary

Assists the Fine Arts Center Technical Coordinator in the safe use of technical facilities of the college’s Fine Arts Center. Assists the Fine Arts Center Technical Coordinator in overseeing the use of the theatre facilities by on campus organizations as well as organizations that rent the Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Fine Arts Center Technical Coordinator, the Fine Arts Center Theatre Assistant is responsible for assisting the Fine Arts Center Technical Coordinator in carrying out the technical requirements of internally and externally produced events held in the Fine Arts Center as well as maintaining the technical facilities and equipment through effective performance in these essential duties:

• - Use of lighting, sound and rigging systems.

• - Assistance to lighting designer with plot, cue and fixture adjustments.

• - Maintenance of theatre equipment, facilities, technical systems, and stage rigging including inspection of floor supported and suspended rigging of technical equipment.

• - Operation of lighting and sound systems for internally and externally produced events which do not have a technical staff or supervision of system operators for events which do have a technical staff.

• - Assisting in pre-production planning and organizing including: consultation with production managers of incoming groups, coordinating use of technical facilities of overlapping events, consultation with Office of Facilities Scheduling & Events Planning staff.

• - Monitor use of scenery and other equipment to ensure use of equipment meets all safety and fire regulations.

• - Position may include certification in specific technical areas as verified by the Fine Arts Center Technical Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications

• Average Associate's degree in an appropriately related field; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• - Organization/logistical skills.

• - Documentation skills.

• - Knowledge and skills in safety technologies.

• - Detailed knowledge of technical theatre production methods.

• - Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities

• - Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

• - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in tutoring and advising Theater students.

• Experience in Educational Theater.

• Professional and/or Community Theater experience

Salary

$37.74 hourly

Benefits

Commensurate with experience

Contact Information

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter

• A current resume

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.