Job Summary:

The Director of Fine Arts Facilities and Strategic Operations supports the mission and vision of the University within TCU’s College of Fine Arts by managing College facilities and spaces; facilitating project management; overseeing on- and off-campus academic, community, event and production operations; organizing internal and external event planning; assisting with College strategic planning; and collaborating with College of Fine Arts academic unit directors/chairs, faculty, staff, and students.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Facilities and Space Coordinator: oversees usage, optimization, and operational efficiency of all College of Fine Arts facilities and spaces on-and off-campus during the academic year and in the summer; in coordination with the College academic unit directors/chairs and production faculty/staff facilitates visual and performing arts season planning; works closely with TCU’s office of University Events on University and community usage of College spaces.
2. Project Management: oversees all aspects of functionality of College of Fine Arts facilities; works closely with TCU Facilities, the Provost’s Office, and IT as the point of contact for renovation and construction planning; supports student learning and serves as a resource for safety and security including OSHA compliance and managing College emergency response procedures.
3. Event Management: serves as a liaison to the University and community for on- and off-campus events, productions, and/or performances hosted by the College or within the College of Fine Arts facilities; facilitates College space usage and arrangements by communicating and explaining facility processes and policies; provides on-site management for conferences and high visibility special events for the College to ensure quality service and success; oversees contract and vendor management, rental budgets and rate analysis; estimates events and project costs; in collaboration with academic unit leadership and production faculty/staff oversees the administration of identified venue management platform; works closely with the Coordinator of Music Production Scheduling.
4. Strategic Operations and Initiatives: assists with community engagement, long-term operations, and strategic planning efforts.
5. Applies production and project management skills to other College of Fine Arts initiatives and projects.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience in production, event, or project management.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree
• Professional experience in visual and/or performing arts production, arts management, or a related field.

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Valid Texas Driver’s license.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Skill in supervision and project management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Ability to evaluate and make recommendations to improve operations.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and ability to learn all required business systems

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is indoors and outdoors and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

AA/EEO Statement:

As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.