POSITION TITLE:            Safety & Security Associate

DEPARTMENT:                 Production & Facility

REPORTS TO:                   Associate Production Manager, Chris “Waffles” Wathen

DIRECT REPORTS:             None

TYPE:                             Seasonal, Part-Time

COMPENSATION:            $15.00 per hour with an estimated 40 hours/week during season/period: ASAP – September 5, 2021

SCHEDULE:                        Weekday Hours Adjusted for Regular Weekday Evening and Weekend Events. Saturday and Sunday shifts will be required.

LOCATION:                         On-Site in the Music Hall at Fair Park. No remote work anticipated.

DESIRED START:               ASAP

POSITION SUMMARY:

This temporary/seasonal position will serve as a consistent point of contact for health safety and security screening at backstage entrances for a Broadway show. Under the direction, scheduling, and management oversight of the Associate Production Manager, this individual will monitor entrances to ensure only authorized individuals enter and may be asked to perform light maintenance/environmental services and furniture set-up duties as assigned.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES REGULAR ON-SITE WORK IN AND AROUND THE MUSIC HALL AT FAIR PARK BASED ON EVENT SCHEDULES. NO REMOTE WORK IS ANTICIPATED IN THIS ROLE. FAMILIARITY WITH FAIR PARK AND ITS SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS IS STRONGLY PREFERRED.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Monitor backstage entrances to ensure only authorized personnel are granted entry.
• Accept deliveries
• Greet and provide direction to visiting artists and technicians
• Room and event set-up including moving of furniture and equipment throughout the building and to/from off-site storage areas
• Perform light clean-up of any spills and surface cleaning when directed
• Coordinating deliveries and facilitating needs of Music Hall vendors and stakeholders including the food/beverage operator, elevator repair/maintenance, pest control, security and janitorial vendors, and other individuals performing construction/repair tasks in and around the building
• Observing all workplace safety laws and rules and immediately notifying management of any safety concerns or injuries

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Availability to work extended and night/weekend work hours
• Hold a valid driver's license and have regular access to a motor vehicle or have other reliable means of transportation to and from the Music Hall
• Operate and ascend/descend a ladder
• Move and position items up to 50 pounds
• Position oneself into and out of crawl spaces and confined areas
• Traverse the Music Hall and surrounding Fair Park areas multiple times in one shift/day.
• Stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods of time
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in scheduling and directed tasks
• A professional and courteous manner and communication in dealing with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Familiarity with basic computer hardware and software including ability to use a laptop and smartphone/tablet, check email, track service tickets/requests, and scheduling/task management software
• Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19; DSM will consider accommodations for reasons based upon disability or religious beliefs

PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification or experience in COVID-19 and other safety compliance
• Security guard/staff experience

ABOUT DALLAS SUMMER MUSICALS INC. (DSM) The non-profit Dallas Summer Musicals Inc. has presented the best of Broadway touring productions to North Texas audiences since 1941. Located in the historic Music Hall at Fair Park, DSM promotes excellence in live musical theatre with year-round performances for diverse audiences of all ages, impacting the lives of children and families through education and community outreach programs, while enriching the cultural landscape of North Texas and the Southwest Region. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, DSM relies on a variety of funding sources to offer affordable ticket prices, preserve the beautiful historic theatre, educate young audiences and develop impactful community programs. DSM is an equal opportunity employer. DSM will not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, national origin, religion, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and transfer.