Faculty - Theatre Arts: Specialization in Scenic/Lighting Designer/Director of Design Technology

Santa Barbara City College is seeking a full-time, tenure track faculty member position in the Theatre Arts Program to start in Fall 2026. In 2009, SBCC was designated as an Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting our responsibility to support and serve the needs of our Latina/o/x students. Moreover, given our overall student population, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to join a department that is dedicated to the use of curriculum and pedagogy that shares SBCC's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse post-traditional student population. Commencing Fall 2026, a full-time tenure track teaching position will be available in the Theatre Arts Department specializing in theatrical scenic and lighting design and technical management of a multi-venue performing arts facility. As assigned, responsibilities include: (1) Teaching classes in stagecraft, scenography, lighting, elementary scenic design, and theatre production. (2) Additional teaching of classes in theatre appreciation, dramatic literature, and/or theatre history. (3) Scenic and Lighting Design and/or design supervision responsibilities for up to six productions per year. (4) With support of a full-time staff technical director, oversee the construction, fabrication, staffing and running of scenery, props and lighting for up to six productions per year. (5) Oversee the design/technical area as a concentration within the A.A. Degree, including, as appropriate, development of additional curricula, identification of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs), and recruiting and recommending adjunct faculty for the design/technical area. (6) Assist department chair by assuming principal responsibility for overseeing program coordination and technical support for a four hundred seat proscenium theatre and a one hundred seat studio theatre. The successful candidate will also participate in departmental planning, program evaluation, student recruitment, and liaisons with secondary and four-year institutions, and other routine operations of the Theatre Arts Department, including department chair responsibilities on a rotational basis. Specific assignments will be based upon training, experience, and an assessment of the personal interview. Other responsibilities include participation in the governance of the college via committee assignments, maintenance of a sufficient number of office hours to meet student needs, involvement in activities designed to improve teaching and particularly the application of technology to the instructional process. The assignment for this position will include teaching evening classes and weekend responsibilities.

SALARY & PERSONNEL BENEFITS

The current salary schedule range for an entering tenure-track faculty member is $74,473 - $116,752 with a PhD bonus of $3,723.65. Depending on the entry step, the faculty member advances one-step each year and has the potential to reach the current maximum step of $148,626, depending on the educational level attained. Starting salary is commensurate with academic preparation and full-time related, paid experience. In addition to salary, each full-time employee participates in a "cafeteria style" health and welfare benefits program. Commitment to the community college mission. An understanding of the implications a Hispanic-Serving designation suggests for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices. An understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of racially and/or ethnically minoritized students within Higher Education shape patterns of participation and outcomes within the classroom. Evidence of working effectively with racially and/or ethnically diverse populations. Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of students with different ability statuses (e.g. physical and/or learning). An understanding of anti-racist and culturally-responsive pedagogical practices which honor and respect what students bring to the classroom and uses students' prior knowledge and/or lived experiences to inform instruction. Evidence of working effectively with post-traditional students. Has experience or has demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentoring and/or engaging in services for Black and Brown students. Has demonstrated knowledge of barriers for Black and Brown students and experience in addressing disproportionate impact at an institution. Has experience in or has demonstrated commitment in facilitating Black and Brown students' navigating a higher education institution. Has experience or has demonstrated commitment to integrating elements of culturally relevant and inclusive pedagogy. Ability to update one's skills, keep current with emerging trends in industry and make appropriate program modifications that reflect these trends. Knowledge of instructional strategies of promoting student learning. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. 1. A Master's degree in drama/theater arts/performance, OR 2. A Bachelor's degree in drama/theater arts/performance, AND Master's in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature or humanities OR the equivalent. 3. Possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to all of the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required material. 4. Evidence of a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, culture, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts

DOES NOT EXACTLY MATCH

one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications listed above, you must request an equivalency review and submit conclusive supporting documents at the time of application. Those documents include a completed SBCC Equivalency Crosswalk , and a narrative synopsis of your educational background justifying equivalency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in teaching, designing and supervising the scenery and lighting production for plays, including a variety of periods and styles. Teaching classes in stagecraft, scenography, lighting, elementary scenic design, and theatre production. Additional teaching of classes in theatre appreciation, dramatic literature, and/or theatre history. Experience as a scenic and lighting designer at the college and professional level. Ability to work cooperatively with other academic, professional, and support staff as part of a teaching/production team dedicated to the academic, cultural, and professional enrichment of students and the community. Demonstrated commitment to teaching theatre both as part of a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum and in the preparation of potential professional artists and technicians. Demonstrated experience with development and implementation of student learning outcomes and utilization of results for improvement of student learning. Demonstrated experience with using technology and multi-media in delivery of instruction and interaction with students. Demonstrated experience with utilization of strategies, techniques and methods that enhance student learning and success and respond to diverse learning styles. Experience in working with students from diverse cultural, ethnic, socioeconomic, academic and disability backgrounds. (The following required documents must be submitted electronically via the online application system.) 1. Online District Application form at https://www.sbcc.edu/employment/career_opportunities.php 2. Cover letter addressing the applicant's experience and the desirable qualifications listed in this announcement. 3. CV or Resume; portfolio or website link 4. Within the online application provide supplemental responses describing examples of the characteristics most closely aligned with your personal and/or professional commitments and experiences. Your responses must be complete and not refer to any other part of your application. 5. Copy of an unofficial college/university transcript, which verifies minimum qualifications. Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received. 6. If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement in the "Documents Needed To Apply" section entitled "Equivalency" in the online application. The statement presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g. transcripts, publications, other documents. Instructions for Completing Equivalency Documentation . 7.

Foreign Transcript :

Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an official USA certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached to the online application.

NOTE:

If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework. To search for institutions that are recognized as accredited by CHEA or the U.S. Department of Education, visit http://www.chea.org/search/search.

asp or http:

//ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx. For a list of recognized organizations providing transcript evaluation services, visit http://www.naces.org/members.htm. 8. Letters of reference are not required for this recruitment. Please do not submit reference letters within your online application. Within the online application, there is a required section to list three professional references; a maximum of six references may be submitted. These references will be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position. These references should be able to critically assess your work qualifications and job performance. Additional Instructions If you experience technical difficulties attaching any of your documents electronically, please contact Human Resources for instructions. If you do not have a scanner, there are commercial facilities available to assist you with this process. All required documents must be submitted with your electronic application by the application deadline or your application will be considered incomplete and will not be considered.

Application Procedure :

To be considered for this position, a complete online application including all required application documents (listed above) must be submitted via https://www.sbcc.edu/employment/ by the application deadline (please see instructions to applicants). It is important that the online District Application form (Item #1) be complete and specific to fully indicate the education, experience and other qualifications of the applicant. "See Resume" is not acceptable. If you apply for more than one position, copies of all the required documents must be attached separately for each position. Applications and all documents submitted become the property of SBCC and are retained electronically.

Please note:

After your application has been submitted, you may sign-in to view its status - https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbcc/transferjobs

Selection Procedure:

The selection committee, who will recommend candidates for personal interviews at SBCC , will initially review online applications. A teaching demonstration will be required for selected applicants. After the initial interviews have been conducted, the committee will recommend the top candidates to the Superintendent/President for a final interview. The successful candidate's name will then be presented to the Board of Trustees for final approval and authorization to hire.

Please Note:

Santa Barbara City College regrets that applicants cannot be reimbursed for expenses related to the application or interview process, including travel expenses. Accommodation for Applicants with

Disabilities:

If you are selected for an interview and need special services or facilities to participate in the interview, please contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. General Requirements to be submitted

Upon Offer of Employment:

Satisfactory fingerprint report and a completed tuberculosis risk assessment. Documentation verifying identity and United States citizenship or authorization that you have the right to work in the United States permanently and do not now or in the future require sponsorship by Santa Barbara City College or other hiring institutions. Official transcripts conferring college degrees indicated on the employment application.