Scene Shop Supervisor, Theatre and Dance
University at Buffalo SUNY · United States
FULL TIME
Job Description
Fiscal Year:
2026-2027 Position Title:
Scene Shop Supervisor, Theatre and Dance Classification Title:
Instructional Support Technician Department:
Theatre and Dance Posting Number:
P260182 Posting Link: Employer:
State Bargaining Unit:
08 Position Type:
UUP Professional Professional Appointment Term:
Term Salary Grade:
SL3 Posting Detail Information Position Summary:
The Department of Theatre and Dance in the College of Arts and Sciences at UB is seeking a Scene Shop Supervisor.
The Scene Shop Supervisor oversees all THD Scene Shop operationsincluding the cut shop, welding shop, fabrication floor, and paint floorensuring safe, efficient support for coursework, productions, and CFA events. They manage shop access, including university use, rentals, and scheduling, in alignment with academic and production calendars. Key responsibilities include:
Learn more:
No Executive Position:
No Physical Demands:
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle. Salary Range:
$57,500 - $61,500 Additional Salary Information: Job Type:
Full-Time Campus:
North Campus Posting Alerts: Special Instructions Summary:
Yes Background Check Notification:
Employment in this position will be contingent on the universitys verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and University at Buffalo policies, including the completion of a criminal history check. Contact Information Contact's Name:
Nicole Hayden Contact's Pronouns:
she/her/hers Contact's Title:
HR Officer for Staff Affairs Contact's Email:
nhayden@buffalo.edu Contact's Phone:
716-645-0729 Posting Dates Posted:
08/14/2026 Deadline for Internal Applicants:
08/28/2026 Deadline for External Applicants:
9/12/2026 Date to be filled:
09/24/2026 References Number of References Required:
3 Reference Cutoff Date: Instructions to Applicant:
2026-2027 Position Title:
Scene Shop Supervisor, Theatre and Dance Classification Title:
Instructional Support Technician Department:
Theatre and Dance Posting Number:
P260182 Posting Link: Employer:
State Bargaining Unit:
08 Position Type:
UUP Professional Professional Appointment Term:
Term Salary Grade:
SL3 Posting Detail Information Position Summary:
The Department of Theatre and Dance in the College of Arts and Sciences at UB is seeking a Scene Shop Supervisor.
The Scene Shop Supervisor oversees all THD Scene Shop operationsincluding the cut shop, welding shop, fabrication floor, and paint floorensuring safe, efficient support for coursework, productions, and CFA events. They manage shop access, including university use, rentals, and scheduling, in alignment with academic and production calendars. Key responsibilities include:
- Enforcing safety protocols, providing ongoing training, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supervising all shop activity.
- Maintains facilities and equipment; oversees repairs, inventory, purchasing, waste management, and budget operations;
- Supports green theatre initiatives.
- Provides hands-on production support, instructional assistance, and student mentorship.
- Contributes to load-ins and strikes, coordinates ancillary fabrication projects, and collaborates with the Technical Director, Design and Technology faculty and staff, and CFA partners.
- Provides technical support for THD facilities, maintaining shop policies and safety documentation, and contributing to program development, outreach, and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Learn more:
- Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
- Bachelors degree in technical theater or a related field OR equivalent experience in performing arts or entertainment scenic fabrication.
- Minimum two years of professional stage carpentry, scene shop oversight, technical direction or equivalent experience in presenting touring theatrical, corporate, or concert events.
- Proven ability to perform technical tasks (rigging, carpentry, welding, and electrical) with a focus on safety. Strong knowledge of technical theater, live event, and current safety practices in the entertainment industry.
- Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage diverse teams while maintaining safe work environments. Commitment to fostering a collaborative, inclusive environment and delivering excellent customer service.
- Flexibility with the work schedule, including availability for nights, weekends, and long production shifts.
- Masters degree in technical theater or a related field.
- Advanced safety certifications (e.g., OSHA -30, ETCP -certified Rigger (Theater))
- Experience leading professional and student crews in a multi-venue or academic environment.
- Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., Vectorworks) for production design.
- Demonstrated educational expertise, working with diverse populations and pedagogical approaches.
- Experience working in higher education.
No Executive Position:
No Physical Demands:
- Must be able to move and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently moves about and positions self, including bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle. Salary Range:
$57,500 - $61,500 Additional Salary Information: Job Type:
Full-Time Campus:
North Campus Posting Alerts: Special Instructions Summary:
- All application materials should be submitted via UB Jobs. Application materials submitted directly to the posting contact will not be acknowledged and cannot be considered.
- Optional Document: Attach a Portfolio that shows projects worked on.
Yes Background Check Notification:
Employment in this position will be contingent on the universitys verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and University at Buffalo policies, including the completion of a criminal history check. Contact Information Contact's Name:
Nicole Hayden Contact's Pronouns:
she/her/hers Contact's Title:
HR Officer for Staff Affairs Contact's Email:
nhayden@buffalo.edu Contact's Phone:
716-645-0729 Posting Dates Posted:
08/14/2026 Deadline for Internal Applicants:
08/28/2026 Deadline for External Applicants:
9/12/2026 Date to be filled:
09/24/2026 References Number of References Required:
3 Reference Cutoff Date: Instructions to Applicant:
Details
| Company | University at Buffalo SUNY |
| Location | United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | design |