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JOB BULLETIN 11/14/16, 12(33 PM

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GLENDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, LOS ANGELES, CA

invites applications for the position of:

THEATRE ARTS INSTRUCTOR (TECHNICAL THEATRE)

SALARY: $58,046.00 - $80,361.00 Annually

OPENING DATE: 11/14/16

CLOSING DATE: 01/12/17 05:00 PM

DESCRIPTION:

This is a full-time, tenure-track, 10 month-per-year position. This classroom teaching assignment is in the Theatre Arts Department within the Visual and Performing Arts Division, and includes developing and teaching Technical Theatre courses at the community college level. Those courses may include Stagecraft, Technical Theatre in Production (Running Crew), Lighting Design Fundamentals, Introduction to Theatre, Scene Design I and II, Costume Design, Makeup I and II and Introduction to Design. Full time members of our teaching faculty maintain 15 instruction and 5 office hours per week and are expected to devote as much time as necessary to perform the professional responsibilities of the position. Participation in professional activities, recruitment, outreach, curriculum/degree development, and campus committees are also required. The assignment may involve teaching evening and weekend classes, and be available for production supervision. This position reports to the Division Chair, Visual and Performing Arts.

STARTING DATE:

FALL 2017

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Teach course objectives as established in the official course outlines of record.

Participate in a production schedule of five productions per year which may include musicals and student showcases.

Participate in outreach at local high schools and surrounding transfer institutions.

Work with the production manager and technical director to ensure the safe use of the stage and shop equipment in the Theatre Arts Department.

Evaluate and identify knowledge and skill areas to be offered and/or required of students.

Teach critical thinking skills.

Participate in assessment cycles of student and program learning outcomes.

Provide a physical and psychological environment conducive to effective learning.

Counsel, advise, and encourage students.

Assist in the leadership and governance of the Theatre Arts Department, e.g. recruit, administer activities such as production assignments, and participate in campus clubs.

Participate in educational opportunities for related majors such as the GCC Theatre Guild, United States

Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), and Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF.)

In coordination with Theatre Arts faculty, develop degrees and curriculum and develop and manage budgets.

Maintain regular posted office hours.

Actively participate in the development and implementation of curriculum policies, and procedures for the program (e.g. production handbook)

Maintain various records (e.g. attendance, census rosters, grades, etc.)

Respond to requests for information regarding professional obligations (e.g. curriculum, scheduling, textbook orders, and production and design meetings) in a timely manner.

Participate in campus governance and professional activities (e.g. committees, scheduling, leadership positions, outreach, etc.)

Participate in staff development and continuing education activities in order to maintain currency in the teaching field and with the use of emerging technology as it relates to the discipline of Technical Theatre.

Serve as designer for a minimum of one production per semester.

Work with the production manager to schedule and supervise students in the shops and performance areas to ensure the safe and timely execution of the designs.

Work to achieve the college's Institutional, Program and Student Learning Outcomes in support of Glendale Community College's Mission Statement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's in Drama/Theater Arts/Performance OR Bachelor's in Drama/Theater Arts/performance AND Master's in Comparative Literature, English, Speech, Literature, or Humanities OR the equivalent.

Desirable qualifications:

Master's in Design with emphasis in one or more: Scenic Design, Costume Design, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Scenic Charge Artist, Makeup Design, Technical Direction, Stage Management.

Experience teaching and developing Technical Theatre courses at the community college level.

Experience teaching other lecture courses in Theatre Arts including, but not limited to: Theatre

Appreciation, Script Analysis, Introduction to Theatre, Introduction to Design, Stagecraft, and Technical Theatre Practicum at the community college level.

Recent professional activity (within the last five years) as a designer or other related field in Technical Theatre.

Professional affiliations with stage unions or organizations such as United Scenic Artists (U.S.A.), Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF), United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT), or Association for Theatre in Higher Education (ATHE.)

Experience using current theatre technology hardware and software.

Demonstrated leadership experience through one or more of the following:

a. Prior college level duties in leadership roles on committees, projects, etc.

b. Previous participation in campus-wide committee work.

c. Experience in developing and implementing new courses as a part of a department curriculum or degree program.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

SALARY: Starting salary is from $58,046 to $80,361 per year depending upon education and experience. Step placement within the appropriate column is determined by Article VIII of the Collective Bargaining agreement. Fringe benefits, which are subject to change pursuant to negotiations under Section 3500 of the California Government Code, are presently provided and include family and domestic partner medical and dental, two-party vision plan, and employee life insurance.

HOW TO APPLY

This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

Current resume

Cover letter that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications

Two recent (within the last five years) signed and dated letters of recommendation that can attest to your professional experience.

Transcripts showing required degree must be submitted. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted only during the application process. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.

PLEASE NOTE: All required documentation must be attached to the online application by the applicant by the closing date. Additional documents not requested in the announcement, will not be reviewed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Your application and any required attachments must be submitted by Thursday, January 12, 2017 by 5:00 p.m. Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.

If you have additional questions please call 818-240-1000 ext. 5921.

SELECTION PROCESS

All completed applications and application materials will be screened to ensure that the minimum requirements stated in the job announcement are met. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and possess the highest degree of desired job-related qualifications will be invited to the college for an interview at their own expense. Each interview will include a teaching demonstration on an assigned topic. The College President will make the final recommendation to the Governing Board of Glendale Community College. This position is offered contingent upon funding. The district reserves the right to extend, withdraw, and/or reopen this position at any time.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Glendale Community College (GCC) is nestled in the foothills of the San Rafael Mountains, centrally located at the intersection of three major freeways, just ten miles from downtown Los Angeles. Glendale is affectionately known as Jewel City, one of the fastest growing communities in the Southern California region. A vibrant hub of economic activity and cultural diversity; it is an exciting place to work and live! GCC is recognized throughout the state as a model of shared governance and collegiality. Known for excellence and rigor, we have one of the highest transfer rates to the UC system and other California four-year colleges. Additionally, the college offers a broad range of vocational programs and takes pride in providing outstanding student services and curriculum to help prepare students for success in the 21st Century.

GCC is committed to maintaining an environment which provides opportunities to individuals with a wide variety of talents, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We believe in the importance of diversity amongst our faculty, staff, and student population to better serve the college and surrounding communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Glendale Community College District provides all applicants for district employment with equal employment opportunities and provides present employees with training, compensation, promotion, and all other attributes of employment without regard to a person's race, religious creed, color, age, sex, national origin, veterans' status, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, gender identity or disability.

Accommodations

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation for the application, testing or interviewing processes should contact the Human Resources Department at the time of application submission.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Anita Quinonez Gabrielian, Dr. Armine G. Hacopian, Dr. Vahe Peroomian, Ann H. Ransford and Anthony P. Tartaglia

CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES: THE WAY CALIFORNIA WORKS

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.glendale.edu

1500 N. Verdugo Road

Glendale, CA 91208

818-240-1000 x5921

valiciad@glendale.edu

Position #52316

THEATRE ARTS INSTRUCTOR (TECHNICAL THEATRE) NH

Theatre Arts Instructor (Technical Theatre) Supplemental Questionnaire

* a. I have attached my two recent (within the last five years) signed and dated letters of

recommendation. If you have not, please return to your application and attach your documents.

Yes No

* b. I have attached my cover letter. If you have not, please return to your application and attach your documents. Yes No

* c. I have attached my resume. If you have not, please return to your application and attach your resume. Yes No

* d. I have attached my transcripts showing the required degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted only during the application process. Official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application. If you have not attached your transcripts, please return to your application. Yes No

* e. I understand that my application will be considered incomplete if all required sections of the application are not completed and/or if any documents that are required are not attached to my online application by the closing date. Yes No

* f. I have completed all sections of the application including references. (Statements such as "see resume" will not be acceptable.) Yes No * Required Question