Drama Technical Assistant

Olympia School DistrictOlympia High School1302 North Street SEOlympia, WA 98501Seasonal$3,248.00 - $3,870.00 per unitOlympia High SchoolPosted 9/11/2026The job of "Drama Technical Assistant" is responsible for assisting with the elements of technical theatre including safety and stage management and set construction, properties, lighting and sound design and implementation. The Technical Assistant supports the technical crew members through the construction, rehearsal and performance phases of Olympia High School Drama Club/thespian productions.Resume3 Reference Forms and/or LettersFirst Aid/CPR CardAvailability for three productions per year, including two mainstage plays and a spring musicalCommitment to be present for any needed technical workRehearsals are between the hours of 3:30 and 6:00 Monday through Friday, as well as some Saturday work callsTech rehearsals will have longer hours, to be discussedPeriodic design meetings with student leadsSupervising students working in the PAC on construction projects and rigging tasks, ensuring safe practices and healthy work cultureGuiding student designers in collaborating with one anotherHelping students adhere to deadlines and complete tasks fullyCommunicating with OHS Theatre Troupe Director about needed supplies, safety concerns, or other technical needsManaging physical spaces, including the scene shop and PAC space, ensuring that supplies and equipment are stored safely and are well organizedEngaging in physically demanding work, including lifting items exceeding 50 poundsExperience working in technical theatreFamiliarity with theatrical sound, lighting, and rigging systemsExperience operating power tools and constructing structurally sound structuresExperience working with young studentsCriminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.Current First Aid/CPR Certification.Ability, by use of required skills, to motivate student athletes, communicate with individuals and groups from varied educational and cultural backgrounds; work cooperatively with other coaches, administrators, staff, and support personnel; organize and manage assigned aspects of the assigned sport/activity; and support District/building philosophy/goals and objectives for student activities.Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative professional working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel and meet schedule and established deadlines.Olympia School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, (360) 596-8545, jwhitehead@osd.wednet.edu; Executive Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, (360) 596-8534, alara@osd.wednet.edu; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, (360) 596-7530, klturcotte@osd.wednet.edu; ADA Coordinator (Staff) - Starla Hoff, (360) 596-6185, shoff@osd.wednet.edu; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, (360) 596-6185, sniemann@osd.wednet.edu. Address: Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer: Voice: (360) 596-6185 or TDD: (360) 596-7537 or FAX: 360-596-6181.