Independence Community College

Position Announcement

Associate Professor and Director of Technical Theatre

Independence Community College (ICC), home of the William Inge Center for the Arts, is seeking applications for a full-time tenure-track position to teach Technical Theatre courses and serve as the Director of Technical Theatre. Independence Community College, a small, rural, residential college in southeast Kansas, serves approximately 1,000 full- and part-time students each year. Independence Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Summary

The Associate Professor of Technical Theatre role plays a critical part in delivering a well-rounded liberal arts education by teaching undergraduate courses in Technical Theatre Performance. Instruction supports the College’s general education curriculum and associate’s degrees. The position includes responsibilities such as course development and assessment and active collaboration with colleagues within the Arts and Letters Division.

The Associate Professor of Technical Theatre position is a full-time, 10-month tenure-track faculty position requiring flexible hours, including day, evening and weekends. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, in accordance with the ICC Faculty Negotiated Agreement.

All employees at ICC are expected to perform all duties in a manner consistent with the mission objectives and strategic plans of the College. This position reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs as part of the Arts and Letters Division.

This position is scheduled to start August 2026.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in a Theatre discipline; or a master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits in the concentration from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Teaching Responsibilities

Teaching undergraduate courses in design, technology, construction, management, and general theatre and providing appropriate assessment as per college policy;

· Develop and provide written course syllabus with classroom policies, procedures, grading guidelines, and learning outcomes.

· Develop curriculum, presentation materials, course materials, and examinations.

· Use appropriate and up-to-date course materials, including learning objectives, textbooks, and supplementary teaching materials.

· Provide a positive learning environment committed to ICC student success by being receptive to various learning modalities (e.g. on-line, traditional, and hybrid).

· Work with the instructional team to provide outcomes assessment, follow-up, and improvement(s).

· Ensure availability during posted office hours for student advisement and academic assistance.

· Encourage student retention, continuity, progress in coursework and program, and student success.

· Work with other instructors and college staff to promote ICC and the curricula offerings.

· Be fiscally responsible for assisting in budget development, budget implementation, and budget control for assigned department.

· Assist in development of new programs, including funds development, recruitment, curriculum development and assessments.

Maintaining primary oversight and leadership of construction of sets, scenery, and props for Theatre productions, including active management of the scene shop, costume loft, lighting booths, and backstage areas;

Collaborate with fellow artists on the William Inge Theatre Festival as a valued member of the resident staff of the William Inge Center;

Oversight of all aspects of technical theatre in production and run;

Fostering a shop and classroom environment that advances access, equity, and inclusion;

Mentoring student staff, technicians, and crew members with a student-centric approach aimed at providing opportunities to develop student skill, independence, and agency;

Producing quality scenery, sets, and props that complement and support theatre by assisting the director in the development of productions;

Managing the department's scenic and properties shop(s) and workflow constructing, transporting, loading-in, and striking of sets for production season including an array of smaller productions for theatre, music (instrumental and vocal) and visual art, and other events on campus as identified by need and opportunity;

Leading and training student crews in the building and construction of scenery and props for the season of shows;

Coordinating the safety of all cast members and crews throughout all phases of scenery construction and installation;

Working with various internal and external individuals and groups to ensure proper use, care, maintenance, and safety of departmental facilities and production spaces;

Ensuring the production of scenic and prop elements remains on schedule through rigorous organization and planning to meet production deadlines;

Attending design and production meetings as required;

Working within professional networks and organizations beyond the institution;

assisting with recruiting and retention efforts for the department in order to grow and sustain the Technical Theatre track;

Participating in at least one institutional standing committee as part of service to the college;

Contributing to the overall success of the Arts & Humanities Division by engaging in appropriate professional development and community service.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of an Associate Professor of Psychology. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Position generally requires light work with frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds or more, carrying supplies and/or equipment.

· This position requires the ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended and various periods of time.

· The ability to effectively learn new computer programs and applications as necessary; the ability to effectively troubleshoot changing computer software issues.

· The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people, with an excellent comprehension of the English language, is essential.

· Work is generally performed in an indoor setting, in an office or a classroom as directed, using commonly used technology and resources to facilitate instruction.

· Provide own transportation to and from campus, and appropriate licensing to operate college vehicles on recruiting trips.