Administrative & Support Staff Opportunities

Whittier College is seeking an Assistant Controller.

The Assistant Controller supports the financial integrity and fiscal operations of the College by overseeing day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and managing the accuracy of reported financial results. This role is pivotal in maintaining the general ledger, coordinating annual external audits, and providing strategic financial analysis to support decision-making within the unique landscape of higher education.
 
Hours: Varies
Exempt Status: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Full time, 12 months 
Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 annually; salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. 
Reports to: College Controller, AVP of Finance
Location/Department: Whittier College / Planning & Finance

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions of the Job

35% - Financial Reporting & General Ledger Management: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Oversee the month-end and year-end close process, including complex reconciliations, journal entry reviews, and maintenance of the Chart of Accounts.
25% - Audit & Compliance Coordination: Lead the preparation for the annual external financial audit by coordinating audit schedules and collaborating with auditors. Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including the preparation of IRS Form 990, UBIT (unrelated business income tax) returns, and grant reporting.
20% - Supervisory & Operational Oversight: Directly supervise business office staff (e.g., Accounts Payable, Payroll, or Student Accounts). Review operational data for accuracy and ensure internal controls are robust and effective in preventing errors.
10% - Budgeting & Financial Analysis: Assist in the development and monitoring of departmental budgets. Conduct variance analysis, trend forecasting, and financial modeling to provide actionable insights for senior leadership.
10% - Systems Administration & Special Projects: Act as a core administrator for the College’s ERP/financial systems (e.g., Oracle, Sage, or Colleague). Manage special projects such as system implementations or policy updates to enhance operational efficiency.

Non-essential Functions of the Job

None identified at this time.

Position Specifications and Requirements

• Advanced Accounting Knowledge: Thorough understanding of GAAP, fund accounting principles, and financial reporting standards specific to non-profit higher education.
• Analytical Skills: Proven ability to interpret complex data and present clear insights to diverse stakeholders.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for explaining complex financial transactions and collaborating with campus departments.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with automated accounting systems/ERP software.
• Confidentiality & Integrity: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive financial information with a high degree of confidentiality and professional judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management.
Supervisory Experience: At least 2 years of experience managing or leading professional staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Advanced Degree: Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master’s in Accounting.
Higher Education Experience: Previous experience in a liberal arts college or university setting.
System Knowledge: Direct experience with higher education ERP systems (e.g., Ellucian Colleague, Banner, or Oracle Cloud).

Application Deadline

Until the position is filled.
 
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA  90608. AA/EOE.

Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Whittier College does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and does not participate in the E-Verify program. Because participation in E-Verify is required for certain employment authorization categories, applicants who would require employer participation in E-Verify to obtain or maintain employment authorization are not eligible for employment in this position.

The Finance Department at Whittier College is seeking an Assistant Vice President or Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis. 

The Financial Planning & Analysis position leverages deep knowledge of economic analysis, financial data, information systems, and organizations to enhance the college’s strategic decision-making, budgeting, fiscal stewardship, business processes, and evidenced-based decision-making.  The role leads the annual budget development process and well as the review of actual and forecasted performance relative to budget. The role also provides leadership and analytical problem-solving capacity for a variety of strategic and operational projects. The five responsibility domains are: 1) Fiscal Stewardship and Management; 2) Planning and Fiscal Strategy; 3) Business Analytics and Decision Support; 4) Business Process Improvement; and 5) Data Management & Business Information Systems. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Planning & Finance / CFO, this role is a key member of the Planning & Finance Leadership Team. 
 
Hours: Monday-Friday
Exempt Status: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Full time, 12 months
Salary Range: $90, 000-$125,000 annually; salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. 
Reports to: Vice President of Planning & Finance, CFO
Location/Department: Whittier College / Planning & Finance

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions of the Job

Fiscal Stewardship and Management - 45%

• Help lead the annual budget development process in a manner that achieves college goals, while ensuring broad ownership and understanding of budget targets.
• In collaboration with the College Controller/AVP Finance and IT Services Director, help produce and review financial reports, including variance analysis, for all Leadership Team members and designated budget managers to ensure fiscal accountability and to identify areas for improvement.
• Partner with Human Resources so that compensation budgets inform the approach to position management, salary adjustments, and benefits.
• Lead the regular development and communication of financial forecasts and support Leadership Team discussions of their implications.
• Serve as a business partner for VPs, providing budget management advice, supporting information, and analysis that helps align resources with strategic priorities.

Planning and Fiscal Strategy - 15%

• Engage in multi-year resource planning modeling and share findings that inform the evolution of the strategic plan and near-term decision-making.
• Provide strategic analysis and planning support for individual unit plans.

Business Analytics and Decision Support - 15%

• Support evidenced-based decision-making by providing project management, analytical, and business intelligence support for various strategic and operational initiatives and inquiries.
• In partnership with the Director of the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness, provide the Leadership Team with dashboards and/or regular reports on key performance metrics.

Business Process Improvement - 10%

• Given intimate knowledge of the college’s financial structure and cost drivers, identify opportunities for improvement in operations that could lead to greater efficiencies.
• Provide project leadership and lend problem-solving skills to cross-functional teams charged with pursuing business process improvements.

Data Management & Business Information Systems - 10%

• Serve as the chief data steward for financial data. This involves collaborating with other data stewards across campus in the collection, transformation, reporting / dashboarding and warehousing of data collected from source systems, such as Banner.
• Partner with IT to identify ways to leverage existing financial information systems and/or develop new information management tools that would better support budget development, financial reporting, and business analysis.

Other - 5%

• Keep abreast of developments in the higher education landscape and the potential implications for the college’s financial future and strategic choices.
• Engage in professional development and lifelong learning, enhancing skills over time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-essential Functions of the Job

None identified at this time.

Position Specifications and Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

A. Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, information technology, or related field

B. Experience

• Three years of relevant work experience such as business, financial, or systems analysis, process improvement, or a similar role
• Experience in developing budgets and reviewing actual performance relative to budget
• Proven track record applying strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve complex system and process issues efficiently

C. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to translate technical details for non-technical audiences
• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work collaboratively by identifying and addressing the interest of various constituents
• Ability to maintain a service orientation
• Ability to exercise integrity and the highest professionalism 

Preferred Qualifications

A. Education 

• Master’s in business, finance, or related field

B. Experience

• Five years of relevant work experience in a higher education setting
• Experience in developing financial reports and interpreting results for various audiences
• Experience in leading change in business processes
• Experience in managing and carrying out multiple projects and tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines

C. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Familiarity with project management methodologies and a proven ability to apply these methodologies to successfully deliver projects within scope and on time
• Knowledge of Ellucian Banner or similar enterprise software in higher education
• Knowledge of database management and data governance principles
• Skills: critical thinking, active listening, judgment & decision-making, monitoring, complex problem solving, service orientation, systems analysis, social perceptiveness, persuasion, time management

Application Deadline

Until the position is filled.
 
The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA  90608. AA/EOE.
 
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Whittier College does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and does not participate in the E-Verify program. Because participation in E-Verify is required for certain employment authorization categories, applicants who would require employer participation in E-Verify to obtain or maintain employment authorization are not eligible for employment in this position.
 

The Academic Affairs Division at Whittier College is seeking an Associate Director for Whittier Works. 

This position supports the Associate Dean for Engaged Learning and Whittier Works (WW). The associate director supports the day-to-day supervision for the Fellowships Director and oversees daily operations of related projects.  Whittier Works is a campus-wide initiative that guides, personalizes and unifies students’ academic, personal and professional development, allowing students to make intentional connections between theory and methodology, applied experiences, essential skills, networking and professional practice in and outside the classroom.

The position requires strong organizational, data and analytical skills to support the Associate Dean of Engaged Learning and Whittier Works in the day-to-day operations, goal tracking, and evaluation and implementation of policies and procedures that are essential to meet the initiative’s long-term goals. Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative and mission-driven environment.

Hours: Monday-Friday
Exempt Status: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Full Time 
Salary Range: $85,0000 annual salary; salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge.

Reports to: Associate Dean, Engaged Learning & Whittier Works
Location/Department: Whittier College / Academic Affairs

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions of the Job

1. Support the Associate Dean through managing the daily operations of the Whittier Works initiative in Academic Affairs.  Key responsibilities include:
   1. Assist with the development and evaluation of policies, procedures, and support structures that facilitate community-engaged learning experiences.
   2. Coordinate the logistical, operational, and risk-management aspects of community engaged course activities, including site placements, student participation requirements, liability waivers, and partner communications.
   3. Provide support for faculty involvement in curricular projects that support the initiative, including course-based projects, faculty-student research, community partnerships and student fellowships.
   4. Assist the Associate Dean and collaborating with campus partners to provide relevant faculty development opportunities.
   5. Responsible for data and goal tracking (weekly KPI reporting) and analyzing trends.  Building and maintaining data management systems.
   6. Assist with data reporting and the development of presentations for various stakeholders (PowerPoint, data visualization—Canva; Excel).
   7. Managing the logistics of office communications. 
   8. Day-to-day management of the budget.
2. Collaborate and coordinate with the Senior Director and staff of the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) to support and advance the shared goals of the WW initiative. This position will work very closely with the Associate Director of Internships. Key areas of collaboration include:
   1. Maintaining appropriate learning agreements, MOU’s, liability waiver and other relevant shared documents. Ensuring efficient processes and excellent coordination between offices. 
   2. Cultivation and stewardship of community partners as appropriate.
   3. Ensuring consistent data collection, tracking and assessments for reporting.
3. Supervise
   Provide oversight for the Fellowship Coordinator and their core responsibilities, including: 

• Recruitment and management of internal and external fellowship opportunities.
• Direct administrative management of the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship program.
• Fulbright U.S. Student Program Advisor
• Support for the Civic Scholars Program in collaboration with assigned faculty.
• Organizing student research or engaged learning showcases.
• Oversee assessment of fellowship initiatives and coordinate reporting as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-essential Functions of the Job

None identified at this time.

Position Specifications and Requirements

• Master’s Degree in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling or similar field.
  Must have above average collaborative and communication skills.
• Experience developing and evaluating policies, procedures, and support structures that facilitate community-engaged learning experiences (MOUs, Learning agreements, etc.)
• Experience coordinating the logistical, operational, and risk-management aspects of community engaged course activities, including site placements, student participation requirements, liability waivers, and partner communications. 
• Basic knowledge of assessment tools in an academic setting is required.
• Demonstrable ability to identify goal tracking through weekly KPI reporting and analyzing and identifying trends.
• Excellent data management and data organization skills (Excel, Canva)
• Intermediate experience with aggregating and preparing data for visual presentations.
• Demonstrable experience supervising and mentoring administrative support personnel and on occasion some student workers/interns
• Demonstrable experience with day-to-day budget management.
• Project management skills
• Experience with strategic communication is desirable

Application Deadline

Until the position is filled.

The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA 90608. AA/EOE.

Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Whittier College does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and does not participate in the E-Verify program. Because participation in E-Verify is required for certain employment authorization categories, applicants who would require employer participation in E-Verify to obtain or maintain employment authorization are not eligible for employment in this position.
 

The Office of Development seeks a dynamic, relationship-driven Associate Director of Development to help grow a strong major gift pipeline and advance the College’s bold fundraising goals.

This is a frontline role focused on qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding prospective donors capable of making gifts of $3,000–$100,000+, including outright gifts, multi-year commitments, blended gifts, and planned gifts. The Associate Director must be a motivated professional who loves connecting with people, telling powerful stories, and asking for support that changes lives.

Hours: Monday-Friday
Exempt Status: Exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Full time 
Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 annually; Salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. 
Reports to: Associate Vice President of Development
Location/Department: Whittier College / Development

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions of the Job

• Manage a sophisticated major gift portfolio, developing individualized strategies to move each donor through the full fundraising cycle with the goal of securing leadership-level annual gifts, major gifts, and capital campaign support. Ensure these strategies are aligned with the College’s overarching fundraising priorities, including the Whittier Now! campaign.
• Drive strategic major gift fundraising by securing outright gifts, multi-year pledges, blended gifts, and deferred gifts, working in partnership with College leadership, faculty, and key stakeholders to deepen donor engagement and maximize philanthropic impact. Meet monthly prospect engagement goals by conducting in-persona and virtual visits, making solicitations, and recording contact reports in compliance with the College’s policies and procedures.
• Execute a data-driven, goal-oriented fundraising approach by setting measurable goals, tracking progress, and adjusting tactics using a moves management framework. Ensure that donor engagement is thoughtful, personalized, and adheres to the highest standards of best practices in fundraising.
• Create and present compelling donor communications and proposals that clearly articulate Whittier College’s mission, funding priorities, and the real-world impact of philanthropic support on academic success and institutional growth.
• Lead thoughtful follow-up and stewardship efforts to recognize donor support, strengthen long-term relationships, and encourage renewed and increased giving.
• Collaborate across campus and within the Development team to coordinate strategies, share insights, and align donor engagement with institutional priorities and fundraising goals. Connect with volunteers and key constituencies—including alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends—to help advance fundraising objectives and build a strong culture of philanthropy.
• Represent Whittier College at events and on the road, including some regional and national travel, evening and weekend events, and major College functions that support donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards by following College policies, gift guidelines, and best practices in fundraising.
• Additional duties as assigned

Non-essential Functions of the Job

None identified at this time.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Three-to-five years of experience in fundraising or other significant relationship-based outreach, preferably in a nonprofit or education setting. 
• Demonstrated success in making fundraising asks and engaging in effective qualification, cultivation, and stewardship of high-value donors.
• Exceptional interpersonal, listening, and oral and written communication skills. A strong record of working collaborative and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Proven ability to leverage metrics and data analysis to inform strategic decisions and to set, monitor, and exceed goals. 
• Familiarity with CRM or database platforms (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar). 
• Ability to thrive when managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities. 
• Flexibility to adapt to changing fundraising environments, leverage emerging technologies, and apply innovative fundraising strategies in today’s rapidly evolving philanthropic landscape.
• Authentic love for building support for the College and sharing Whittier’s mission and impact to align with prospective donors’ interests.

Application Deadline

Until the position is filled.

The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA  90608. AA/EOE.

The Department of Education & Child Development is seeking a College Supervisor.

The College Supervisor will be part of the Education & Child Development at Whittier College.

The position is based in Whittier, CA. 

Positions Duties & Responsibilities

A College Supervisor ensures, through observations and follow-up conferencing, that our teacher candidates:

• Progresses through sixteen-week student teaching assignment; during which time the candidate takes on more teaching responsibility.  
• Writes appropriate lesson plans using the department template. Incorporated into each lesson plan template includes, but is not limited to: attending to (1) students’ prior academic knowledge, prior experiences, as well as assets and needs; (2) learning activities, student grouping, and instructional strategies that facilitate learning, academic language development; (3) diagnostic, formative and summative assessments; and (4) developmental considerations and accommodations for EL, SN and students with academic/emotional support needs. Lesson plans must also (6) explicitly reference all Teacher Performance Expectations (TPEs) as appropriate.
• Understands the Teaching Performance Assessments, Instructional Cycles 1 and 2, and are supported during as they complete these cycles during student teaching. 
• Applies techniques of classroom management to ensure best possible learning environment for students.

College Supervisors need to fulfill the following for each teacher candidate:

• Observe lessons and use observations to complete all required evaluation forms.
• Conference with the candidate after each observation.
• Confer with Master Teacher at each observation about the candidates’ progress, strengths and areas of concern.
• Communicate with Master Teacher and school principal about responsibilities of a Master Teacher and paperwork due throughout student teaching assignment.
• Communicate any concerns about the candidates’ progress during a student teaching placement with the Director of Clinical Practice.
• Ensure that each Master teacher completes all necessary paperwork as it pertains to their role during the candidates’ assignment. 

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend all College Supervisors’ Meetings, so as to stay apprised of all changes to the college’s student teaching program, CTC requirements, and develop professionally as an educator.
• Attend one adjunct-faculty meeting per semester to continue professional development and stay apprised of all college and Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) requirements.

Qualifications

• Five years of successful teaching experience in a public school.
• A teaching credential in subject area(s) related to credential programs offered at Whittier College. 
• Excellent organization and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to work professionally with the public, as well as college and district students, faculty, administrators.

The Department of Education and Child Development has a tradition of preparing highly qualified elementary, secondary, and special education teachers. Offerings include undergraduate studies in child development, and graduate studies in elementary, secondary, and special education, including several credential programs and Master of Arts degree program. 

To Apply

Applications should include copy of teaching credential, resume, and statement of interest.  

Applicants must submit materials electronically (PDFs preferred) to Dr. Christine Ybarra, Director of Clinical Practice of the Department of Education & Child Development, Whittier College, at cybarra@whittier.edu. Review of completed applications is ongoing. AA/EO Employer. 

Information Technology Services at Whittier College is seeking a Network Administrator.

The Network Administrator will Manage all aspects of the college’s data and voice communications systems and maintains the campus cable plant. Will monitor network system performance and continuously strive to improve speed and coverage throughout the campus. Assists Assistant Director of Systems and Networking with operational support, maintenance, and implementation of server, network, and cloud solutions.

Hours: Monday-Friday
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Full time 
Salary Range: $81,368.00 annually; salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge.

Reports to: Assistant Director of Systems and Networking
Location/Department: Whittier College / Information Technology Services

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions of the Job

1. Develops, supports and troubleshoots the campus voice and data communications network.
2. Administrates, monitors, gathers statistics, and maintains network management of all network devices and systems, including hardware components, networking software systems, UPSs, and protocols.  Prepares detailed proposals, cost analyses, and project management and implementation requirements.
3. Installs intra- and inter-building network cables and associated hardware.
4. Creates and maintains a holistic network security strategy, including a perimeter firewall, network access control systems, VPN/SDP software and wireless security.
5. Develops and recommends short- and long-range objectives consistent with college guidelines. Maintains currency in new developments and technology and recommends and implements as appropriate.
6. Trains and supervises student employees to maintain and support the operations of network services.  Schedules and assigns work, provides for quality assurance reviews and feedback to ensure performance standards are met.  Establishes performance goals, assesses performance, and determines individual merit, incentive and or promotional increases.
7. Develops user-oriented and technical documentation, manuals, and other types of materials used for information distribution, training, operational or procedural purposes.
8. Develop, design, and test backup and disaster recovery plan in accordance with college guidelines. 
9. Occasional availability for off-hour support issues, weekend projects, and maintenance activities as needed.
10. May require flexible schedule/hours
11. Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Non-essential Functions of the Job

None identified at this time.

Position Specifications and Requirements

Knowledge and Education: Bachelor’s degree in related subject or equivalent. Combined experience and education may be substituted for degree. Ability to work accurately, effectively, and independently in the execution of assigned duties. Must have good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral. Required ability to promote a positive working environment, cooperation and positive reactions to change. Must be highly motivated, service oriented, and solution oriented with a high degree of integrity, ethics and dedication.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software: Protocols including TCP/IP (DHCP, DNS, SMTP, SNMP, ARP, etc.).  Systems, Linux, Windows, Macintosh.

• Expertise with IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
• Expertise with network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)
• Strong understanding of features like GRE, IPSEC, DMVPN, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast
• Strong understanding network security features like IP access-lists and stateful protocol inspections
• Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS

License(s) and Certificate(s): CCNA, CCNP, MCSE preferred

Physical Activity/Effort: Be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, may require flexible schedule/hours.

Application Deadline

Until the position is filled.

The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA  90608. AA/EOE.

Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Whittier College does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position and does not participate in the E-Verify program. Because participation in E-Verify is required for certain employment authorization categories, applicants who would require employer participation in E-Verify to obtain or maintain employment authorization are not eligible for employment in this position.
 

The Theatre, Film Communications Arts Department at Whittier College is seeking a Technical Director and Shop Scene Supervisor.

This position will serve as the department’s staff technical director under the direction of the Dean of Faculty and Department Chair, providing technical direction and supervision for three faculty-directed productions and technical support and supervision for other events in the department, including a small number of student productions and guest artist presentations, etc.

Hours: Varies
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
Full Time/Part Time status: Full time, 10 months (June and July) 
Salary Range: $28.50-$30.00 per hour; salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. 
Reports to: Dean of Faculty; Chair of Theatre, Film, Communication Arts
Location/Department: Whittier College / Theatre, Film Communications Arts

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions of the Job

• Provide overall supervision of scenery and properties construction and stage rigging for department productions.
• Serve as a hands-on scene shop supervisor.
• Serve as lead scenic carpenter and lighting technician as necessary.
• Instruct and supervise a part-time, paid student technical staff (typically 15 to 20 students) and also laboratory students in scenery construction, basic painting, stage properties, and the costume studio (in consultation with the guest costume designer).
• Oversee basic lighting and sound technical support for department productions with assistance from other theatre staff and faculty.
• Supervise load-in and strike for each production.
• Coordinate purchases and rentals for scenery, lighting, and stage properties.
• Maintain scene shop inventory and equipment.
• Maintain the lighting and sound equipment in the department’s Studio Theatre.
• Rigorously maintain a safe working environment and safe working practices as part of providing technical support for the department.
• Supervise student crews as needed during technical and dress rehearsals and performances.
• Serve as the department’s chief technical liaison with the staff of the college’s performing arts center.
• Monitor and approve student employees’ bi-weekly time sheets.

The position is considered full-time with weekly hours varying per week, depending on the production schedule, which will include four to six weekend workdays for each major production.

Non-essential Functions of the Job

None identified at this time.

Position Specifications and Requirements

Qualifications: B.A. or B.F.A. in theatre with an emphasis in design and technology or equivalent professional experience. Must be familiar with reading floorplans for design for theatre (scenic and lighting), and theatre safety standards (OSHA).

Additional requirements: Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding, use and supervise the safe use of telescopic personnel lifts, manually lift a minimum of 50 lbs., and work directly and actively with students and other staff members in the scene shop, backstage, and onstage

Application Deadline

Until the position is filled.

The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume to: whittierjobs@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Human Resources Manager, 13406 E Philadelphia Street Whittier, CA  90608. AA/EOE.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Whittier College does not sponsor employment-based visas for any position and does not participate in the E-Verify program. Applicants must be able to satisfy all employment eligibility verification requirements without employer sponsorship or participation in E-Verify.