Job Posting

Production and Facility Manager

Production and Facility Manager
City of Markham

Join the City of Markham in this exciting opportunity to leverage your training in theatre production and your supervisory experience in a unionized, building maintenance environment.

As part of the Markham Theatre leadership team, you will support the Theatre Manager with the management of general theatre operations, including planning, budgeting, monitoring and analyzing rental business, professional entertainment series and other Theatre activities. Responsible for planning and implementing the technical operations of the Theatre, including building maintenance and production operations, you will liaise with clients, artists’ managers and the Business and Rental Manager to deliver the smooth operation of technical and logistic aspects of all events.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As Production and Facility Manager, with overall management as well as facility and production responsibilities, you will:

  • Manage financial, planning and operational support for the Theatre programs, including professional entertainment series, and educational and community outreach initiatives.
  • Prepare and monitor budgets for building operation, maintenance and capital projects.
  • Work with the Business & Rental Manager to manage the planning and implementation phases of Theatre Capital projects; manage the Theatre Life Cycle program; and oversee general rental operation and rental client services – production services, stage, parking and general logistics.
  • Prepare budgets, funding requests, grant applications, etc., to maintain, renew and enhance the building and the Theatre’s technical capacity.
  • Liaise with City Asset Management staff to coordinate activities and take advantage of funding opportunities.
  • Hire, train and schedule full- and part-time staff for events according to the technical requirements of shows and events, oversee scheduling of production staff and provide performance reports for payroll and billing purposes.
  • Supervise the co-operative internship education programs.
  • Manage staff compliance with health and safety standards, proactively identify and mitigate risks, conduct training and awareness activities, and represent the Theatre at the Joint Health & Safety Committee as the Management Representative.
  • Support the Theatre’s partnership with Unionville High School.
  • Contribute to the Theatre management team to promote and implement the strategic objectives of the organization.
  • Liaise with the Business & Rental Manager in completing technical questionnaires and other information needed for rental clients.
  • Liaise with artists/artist managers on production and technical riders, provide cost estimates/show budgets, as required, and prepare the budget for Theatre program’s presenting operation.
  • Manage delivery of contracted production services, preparing and advancing programs – professional entertainment series (PES), educational programs and community outreach initiatives - including accommodation, hospitality, and production as per negotiated technical riders.
  • Provide all technical services to clients for shows and events, and production advice and assistance when required.
  • Maintain knowledge of the theatre industry in order to provide high-quality, competitive services.
  • Supervise and manage facility maintenance and technical operations, including all theatre facility and technical systems, i.e., HVAC, dimming systems, and all theatre assets.
  • Oversee technical needs for Theatre PES, client rentals, special events (e.g., season launch) and ancillary events requested by the City.
  • Oversee and maintain supplies and equipment for building and operation.

Your professional profile as a Production and Facility Manager will include:

  • Diploma or degree in Theatre Production.
  • A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, including supervisory experience in a unionized environment and in building maintenance.
  • Knowledge of specialized lighting and production programs.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule in line with performance/event needs.

 

The salary range for this regular, full-time position is $76,937 to $90,521 per annum.

The City of Markham is a dynamic and change-oriented leader among Canadian municipalities. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as much as for our fiscal accountability. More than 320,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life. Join us and make a difference!

For more information and to apply online, by Monday, June 6, 2016, please visit our website at markham.ca/jobs.

We are committed to inclusive employment practices.

Application Deadline: 
Monday, June 6, 2016
Start Date: 
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Type of Work: 
Full Time
City: 
Markham
Province: 
Ontario
Education Level: 
College/Cegep
Languages: 
English
Travel: 
No
Prefered Method(s) of Application: 
Apply Online

Employer Details

MacEwan University

Human Resources
10 Alcorn Avenue
Suite 200
Toronto, ON M4V 3A9
Canada