Listing Summary

REPORTS TO: Facility & Program Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Executive
CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
PAY GRADE: 117 -- $51,437.00 Annually
SAFETY SENSITIVE:  No

Purpose of Job 

The purpose of this job is to plan, develop, supervise, and evaluate various Leisure Services Department programs. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to program planning, organizing, implementation and evaluation; supervising and training assigned employees; preparing long and short-term goals, instructing classes, ensuring safety in programs and facilities; creating and coordinating program publicity and promotion; and performing additional tasks as assigned. 

This position serves as the artistic and education director of Athens Creative Theatre, combining artistic vision with educational leadership. This individual will choose plays and other performances and lead the creative team to stage them at both the black box theatre, Quinn Hall (in Memorial Park), as well as the historic Morton Theatre. They will design and implement theatre education programs, including classes, workshops, camps, and productions for all ages. We are looking for a dynamic individual to manage the administrative aspects of running a community based, municipally operated theatre program while fostering creativity, providing educational opportunities, enriching the local creative economy, and engaging the community by introducing and expanding access to theatre.

Job Related Requirements 

Work Schedule: General Schedule: Weekdays 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.  Rehearsal/Performance Schedule: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM during rehearsals and productions.  Will be required to work evenings and weekends based on the production schedule.

May be required to work on religious holidays. 

Regular and predictable attendance is required. 

Must work cooperatively with others. 

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.  

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Bachelor's degree in course of study related to occupational field with one year of related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for the job.  

Must possess a valid driver's license. 

One year of supervisory experience preferred.

 Must be certified in First Aid/CPR or have ability to attain within 6 months of employment.

When Assigned to Athens Creative Theatre (minimum qualifications) 

Demonstrated background and course of study in a relevant artistic field, such as theatre or music.