Facilities Manager

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Calendar Management, Carpentry, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Design Services, Employee Terminations, Event Management, Facilities Management, Federal Government, Genetics, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Medical Conditions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Procurement Management, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Theater, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Norfolk, VA
POSTED
2 days ago

Posting Details

Position Information

Role Title Media Specialist II Role Code 29072 Pay Band 03

Posting Details

Working Title Facilities Manager Position Number 00782A Department COMM & THEATRE ARTS Location Norfolk, VA Type of Position Classified Type of Job Full Time EEO Category C Technicians Job Description

The Facilities Manager assists with overall stage and performance related operations including promoting, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and purchasing under the supervision of the Director of Theatre Facilities. The position also assists with load-ins, hangs and system set-ups for the Old Dominion University Theatre, Goode Theatre, and Brock Commons.

Type of Recruitment Knowledge, skills and abilities

Basic knowledge of stage related activities such as stage management, carpentry, rigging, electrics, sound, properties, or theatrical design.

Basic knowledge of creating and maintaining festival plots for both sound and light.

Strong speaking, writing & communication skills with both internal and external constituents.

Strong organizational skills.

Some skill with Excel and Word required.

Some skill with technical theatre software.

Ability to build strong teams.

Ability to supervise and direct stage crew activities.

Ability to provide technical support in all areas of event production.

Special licenses, registration or certification

None

Education or training

N/A

Level and type of experience

Some experience in promotions, scheduling, maintaining performance spaces.

Some experience in the technical operation of a theatrical venues, such as stage management, carpentry, rigging, electrics, sound, properties, or theatrical design.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

B.A. in Theatre or related field.

Considerable experience in theatre production.

Design experience in lighting or sound or media.

Expertise in at least ONE stage related activities such as stage management, carpentry, rigging, electrics, sound, properties, or theatrical design.

Conditions of Employment

Working Hours vary based on events in the theatre; staff must be flexible to changes in the schedule on short notice.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary is commensurate with education and experience and begins at $ - 35,012

Posting Detail Information

Job Requisition Number S03396 Job Open To General Public Open Date 07/24/2026 Close Date 08/14/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of references.

Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. College Home Page Department Home Page Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Are you able to lift up to 25 lbs. many times per day?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Describe your customer service experience

(Open Ended Question)

    • Can you work evenings and weekend hours as needed to support events and emergencies?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Describe your event management experience. Share the type of event, audience and your specific involvement.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?
  • Yes - If yes, please upload a copy of your Standard Form (SF-50)

  • No

    • Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
  • Yes

  • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

  • Yellow Layoff Form
  • Blue Layoff Card
  • AHP Letter
  • Standard Form 50 (SF-50)

About the Company

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Old Dominion University