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Job Description
Performing Arts Technician I, Part-Time, Temporary, Hourly, Multiple Positions
Job no: 557694
Work type: Staff
Location:
Sonoma
Categories:
Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Temporary, Part Time, Theatre Arts, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Application Process
This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.
Job Summary
Reporting to and under the general supervision of the CPA Operations Manager and with additional lead work direction from the Performing Arts Technicians IIs, the Performing Arts Technician I provides stage, set, and lighting production support to both University and off-campus performing arts venues. Work is performed independently from written specifications or instructions with limited technical direction, except for more complex aspects of work.
Key Qualifications
This position requires one to two years of professional experience working for a theater, repertory, or stock company engaged in the applicable production specialty such as stage and set construction & rigging, lighting production, and/or sound/audio production. This background normally would be achieved through professional training or applicable college coursework and practical experience. Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite, Zoom, and PeopleSoft preferred. The incumbent must successfully complete a pre-placement exam.
Salary and Benefits
This is a part time, temporary, non-exempt position. The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $21.47 - $31.27 an hour (step 1 - step 20). Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 8 ($24.66). Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.
Supplemental Information
About Sonoma State University:
Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosp of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community.
Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:
The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.
Mandated Reporting:
This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
