Cleveland Public Theatre is hiring a new full-time position, Physical Operations Manager. This role will function as a department head, will be a core part of the CPT staff and will make a meaningful contribution to life at CPT and its success. CPT will be accepting applications for this position thru Friday, July 10^th,  2016.

Job Description

Cleveland Public Theatre is experiencing rapid growth and has created a new role, Physical Operations Manager (POM) This role requires a broad skill set, leadership and initiative and will be part of an intimate, resilient, team-driven staff. The role will work across production, facilities, front-of-house and administrative areas and will primarily report to the General Manager. CPT runs three flexible-seating performance spaces as well as using unconventional venues, as a result this position will work with the technical director, designers and front of house to construct and manage seating. The position will manage the day to day needs of the physical plant, facilities staff and vendors as well as small-scale improvement projects. The POM will also manage CPT’s outside I.T. vendor and respond to the staff & production department’s day to day I.T. needs. General office management will also fall into this position’s portfolio. Salary range: $29k to $35k.

Staff Description

Cleveland Public Theatre runs on inquisitive, ambitious and energetic staff. This team places high value on kindness, grace-under-pressure, and an unstinting commitment to work. CPT’s professional artistic work has a bold and innovative aesthetic. We are invested in issues of social justice and equity related to race, gender (including transgender), and sexual orientation. Our education programs are integral to what we do and are focused on giving voice to underserved communities. CPT values diversity on-stage, backstage and on staff.

Overall Responsibilities

• Provide the Best Possible Patron Experience

  • Work with Front of House staff to make CPT flexible performance spaces a unique, inviting and awesome experience for patrons.
  • Maintain building systems to maximize patron comfort.

• Partner with Production and Front of House staffs to manage flexible audience seating arrangements

• Support CPT Staff and Artists in Daily Work

  • Work with Production Department to ensure building systems support productions and theatre projects and upgrade capacity & services when possible.
  • Manage long-time and awesome IT vendor to maintain high quality IT infrastructure for staff and production.
  • Maintain office environment, systems, supplies and support for staff in their day to day work.
  • Prepare meeting spaces and manage CPT space calendar.

• Maintain and Improve CPT Facility and Develop Underlying Procedures

  • Build deep and engaging partnerships with facilities vendors to support artists, staff and mission.
  • Train and manage custodial staff or vendor
  • Lead small-scale building improvement projects as opportunities to execute arise.
  • Expand and maintain documented procedures for building system maintenance and repair.
  • Expand and maintain documented procedures for custodial activities.

• Manage rental inquiries for recurring and occasional one-time rentals.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

Skills

• Exceptional vendor management skills, i.e.: ability to assess, select, motivate, manage and negotiate with outside vendors to do their best possible work and feel as if they are part of organization mission.
• Computer “Power User,” i.e.: great comfort with trying new software, messing around with operating systems and experimenting with network devices.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.
• Knowledge around managing expenses and budgets
• Very basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry skills

Experience

• Previous live theatre experience is strongly preferred.
• 1 to 2 years previous administration or management experience.
• Professional (or personal) experience interacting with construction trades or theatre carpentry, e.g.: worked on house rehabs or technical direction.
• Previous IT management is preferred, but not required. (IT responsibility revolves around managing a great vendor and an IT savvy staff.)
• Some staff management and/or administrative experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in performing arts, humanities or related fields

Qualities & Personality

• A genuine interest in the arts and knowledge of live theatre
• Natural curiosity in how things work
• Able to work efficiently and calmly in a fast paced environment
• Ability to multi-function/prioritize and keep busy at all times
• Energetic, enthusiastic and always willing
• Deep and abiding love for all kinds of office supplies and equipment

Interested candidates should send a resume and a letter of interest to Denis M. Griesmer, General Manager at careers@cptonline.org or via mail to 6415 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44102 by end of day, Friday, July 10, 2016.
No phone calls, please.

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT) is a nationally recognized center for contemporary performance and new plays, with an annual budget of $1.9 million and a full-time staff of sixteen. A non-profit with a culture of staff collaboration, our mission is to raise consciousness and nurture compassion through ground-breaking performances and life-changing education programs. CPT is the place to discover original, adventurous and relevant theatre. Each season CPT produces world premieres of cutting edge theatre, utilizing mostly local artists, and addressing vital community issues. CPT’s education programs serve hundreds of disadvantaged youth and vulnerable men and women.