Res. Hall Manager (Incl. Room, Board) jobs in Fort Collins, CO

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 01/16/2024.

Position Summary

The Costume Shop Manager is responsible for the daily operation, safety, organization, and management of the School of Theatre Arts and Dance (STAD) costume shop. These duties include building, altering, and completing costume elements within all STAD production deadlines. Daily communication with the faculty costume designer. Regular communication with student, faculty, or guest costume designers, directors, stage managers regarding costume details, fittings, cleaning, and maintenance and troubleshooting; supervision of costume strike; and adherence to provided STAD budgets.

The Costume Shop Manager, with the guidance of the Faculty Costume Designer, is responsible for the supervision and safety of student and professional costume shop staff, initiating student employee paperwork, student time card entry approval, and supervision and termination of student employees. The Costume Shop Manager is responsible for keeping the costume shop supplied with all appropriate materials and goods and maintaining general organization of the work and storage spaces. The Costume Shop Manager assists the Faculty Costume Designer in training all students with particular emphasis upon the students pursuing careers in the field of costumes upon graduation. 

During the summer months, this position is responsible for the daily operation of the costume shop for the Little Theatre of the Rockies. In the event that there are no necessary costume needs for the summer season, the costume shop manager will use the summer months for equipment maintenance and deep organization of costume stock.

Job Duties

75%
-Oversee the completion of all costume elements for STAD productions to the Costume Designer’s satisfaction and within production deadlines.
-Pattern, drape, cut, and construct costumes and accessories as needed to complete all costume elements by the production deadlines while supervising students and other shop staff.
-Alter costume and accessory elements from STAD stock or rental items by the production deadline.
-Review all notes from production meetings and performance reports for costume related items.
-Attend all costume fittings.
-Maintain costume shop supply and student costume shop labor budgets.
-Supervise, instruct, and ensure a safe working environment for all students and paid staff in the costume/wardrobe areas, including the implementation of costume shop safety standards.
-Along with the Faculty Costume Designer, develop and implement training procedures in basic costume construction skills for all work-study, practicum, and lab students.
-Maintain shop safety, shop activities, shop equipment, production equipment, and storage areas, including repairs, maintenance and replacements.

25%
-Maintenance of machinery used in the costume industry including but not limited to: industrial and domestic single and multi-needle sewing machines, industrial steam irons, industrial steamers, domestic washers and dryers, and cutting tools.
-Manage shop supplies, including stock fabrics, notions and materials.
-Maintain and improve organization of storage for costumes, accessories, wigs, and other supplies.
-Train and support wardrobe crew on cleaning and maintenance of costumes during the run of the production; attend production meetings and dress rehearsals as requested by Costume Designer.
-Oversee costume strike after each production and ensure that all rental and stock costumes receive proper cleaning and are returned or restocked.
-Facilitate the pulling of costumes from STAD stock for Dance Production and School of Music, Opera Theatre productions.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education:
Required:
            Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or related field (such as fashion, etc.)

Preferred:
            MFA in Costume Design or related field.

2. Experience:
Required:
Experience managing a professional costume shop (academic, regional, Broadway)
Experience in costume draping, patterning, cutting, stitching.
Experience with fabric manipulation in the form of dyeing and/or painting.
Experience with wig styling and maintenance.
Theatrical make-up experience.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and within deadlines.
Experience in working with a diverse student population.

Preferred:
University teaching in theatre design or construction.
Costume crafts experience.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Working knowledge of costume history.
Affiliation with recognized unions and/or associations such as USITT, Ladies Garment Workers Union, IASTE, Costume Society of America, Costumers Guild, Association of Dress Historians, American Theatrical Costume Association, etc.

3. Certification/Registration/Licensing:
N/A

4. Ability:
Competence in oral and written communication skills.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability – to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub to learn more about UNC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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