Month: January 2014

Job Opportunities at Barrington Stage

Career Development Center Full Time, Job Listings, Part Time

Full-Time Opportunities

Artistic Associate – Barrington Stage Company (BSC), award-winning theatre in the Berkshires, MA, seeks passionate, forward-thinking theatre professional with at least 7-8 years artistic and literary experience in a top-notch, not-for-profit theatre environment to work alongside Artistic Director Julianne Boyd to produce six-month season in 3 theatres. Must have in-depth knowledge and experience working with writers on new plays and musicals.  Successful candidate will spearhead BSC’s St. Germain Stage season, which primarily produces new work, Mr. Finn’s Cabaret Series, as well as year-round readings and workshops. Candidates must have superb leadership skills, extensive hands-on experience working with creative teams and excellent writing skills. Year-round position begins part-time in March and April and goes full-time as of April 28. Based in the Berkshires though requires frequent traveling to New York.  Competitive salary and benefits package including health insurance. Please send letter, resume and 3 references to Managing Director at bscjobs@barringtonstageco.org and include Artistic Associate in the subject line.

Seasonal Opportunities

Education

Playwright Mentoring Project Peer Mentors
Award-winning Barrington Stage Company seeks peer mentors for our 6 month long Playwright Mentoring Project.  The Project brings together under served teens and guides them through theatre exercises and improvisations to write and eventually perform a play about their lives. Applicants should be excellent role models and have experience and passion for working with teens. Theatre and improv skills a plus but not necessary. Positions run from Oct-April Tuesday evenings and/or Thursday evenings from 6-8pm. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Kim Stauffer at kstauffer@barringtonstageco.org. No phone calls please.

Scenic/Props Positions

Assistant Technical Director (Mainstage) – April 21 – August 10. BSC seeks an ATD for its 3-show mainstage summer season. The ATD will assist the TD and top-notch scenic designers in the drafting, engineering, construction and installation of all mainstage sets. Strong wood and metal construction, rigging, management and CAD skills required. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Assistant Technical Director (Blatt Center) – May 12 – August 24. BSC seeks an ATD for its 4-show St. Germain Stage summer season. The ATD will assist the TD and top-notch scenic designers in the drafting, engineering, construction and installation of all St. Germain Stage sets. Strong wood and metal construction, rigging, management and CAD skills required. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Master Carpenter – April 29 – September 7. BSC seeks a Master Carpenter for its 8-show summer season. Assist with construction, oversee work on the shop floor, and maintain tools and material inventory. Strong wood and metal construction and rigging skills required. Attention to detail a must. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Properties Master – April 21 – September 28. BSC seeks an experienced Properties Master for its 9-show season. Coordinate purchase, construction and alteration of all props, oversee support staff, and manage budget. Strong carpentry, upholstery, and crafts skill required. Drafting experience a plus. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving, and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle and computer with image editing software required. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org

Props Artisan – May 19 – Aug 24.  BSC seeks a skilled props artisan for its 8-show summer season. Oversee prop stock for BSC shows and outside rentals. Strong wood and metal construction required. Ability to construct/upholster/paint props from drawing to stage with minimal supervision. Create/Modify paper props as necessary. Vehicle and computer with image editing software required. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving, and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org

Associate Props Master May 12 – Aug 24. BSC seeks an Associate Properties Master for its 8-show summer season. Assist Props Master with coordination purchase, construction and alteration of all props, and serve as Prop Master for Stage 2 shows. Strong carpentry, upholstery and crafts skill required. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving, and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle and computer with image editing software required. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org

Scenic Artist – May 12 – Aug 11.  BSC seeks a Scenic Artist for its 8-show summer season. Work with top notch designers and Charge Artist to execute painting of all scenic elements. Must be comfortable working at heights, spending extended time standing and/or moving, and must be able to lift 50lbs. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Costumes Positions

Costume Shop Manager April 28 – August 24. BSC seeks an experienced Costume Shop Manager for its 8-show summer season. Work with top notch designers on the mainstage to coordinate construction, alteration, purchase, and rental of all required costumes. Oversee shop and wardrobe crew and manage budget. Strong skills in all areas of costume construction, crafts, especially draping, required. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Assistant Costume Shop Manager May 12 – Aug 24. BSC seeks an Assistant Costume Shop Manager for its 8-show summer season. Serve as assistant to top notch designers. Focusing on the St. Germain Stage, coordinate with shop manager in the construction, alteration, purchase and rental of all required costumes, oversee shop and wardrobe crew, and manage budget. Strong skills in all areas of costume construction, crafts, wig styling, and maintenance required. Vehicle necessary. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Stitcher – May 5 – Aug 11. BSC seeks a stitcher for its 8-show summer season. Work with top notch designers in a professional costume shop. Under the guidance of the draper, this position is responsible for the sewing and alterations of all costumes. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Stitcher – May 12 – Aug 24 BSC seeks a stitcher for its 8-show summer season. Work with top notch designers in a professional costume shop. Under the guidance of the draper, this position is responsible for the sewing and alterations of all costumes. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Audio Positions

Audio engineer/A2 – May 12 – August 31. BSC seeks an Audio engineer/A2 for its 8-show summer season. Assist with set up of all shows and operation of St. Germain shows. Experience with digital and analog systems, wireless mics required. Some design opportunities possible. Vehicle a plus. Position includes competitive salary and housing. For more information visit our website at www.barringtonstageco.org. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to BSCjobs@barringtonstageco.org.

Front of House Positions

House Manager – Barrington Stage Company, award-winning regional theater seeks dynamic and energetic candidates to oversee front-of-house activities. Duties include insuring comfort/safety of patrons, training ushers, preparing/opening house, supervising lobby, overseeing all concession operations, preparing reports. Required: house management or customer service experience, strong organizational and people skills, ability to work with grace under pressure, make quick decisions and handle emergencies. Term of employment: mid-May to mid-October. Housing and Salary provided. E-mail cover letter, resume and three references to Managing Director at bscjobs@barringtonstageco.org and include House Manager position in the subject line.

Company Management

Company Manager – Barrington Stage Company seeks highly-organized, detail-oriented candidates to oversee company management for the 2014 season.  Duties include coordination of air/ground travel, company housing assignments and changeovers, special events and openings, and all day-to-day related personal needs of the staff, actors, designers and directors while in residence.   Must have strong communication skills, pleasant demeanor and a positive attitude. Salary and housing provided. Position runs April 21 – Oct 19.  Send resume, cover letter and 3 references to Managing Director at bscjobs@barringtonstageco.org  and include Company Manager position in the subject line.

Apprenticeships

Production Management Apprentice – May 25 – Aug 24 BSC seeks an apprentice to assist the Director of Production in the planning, scheduling, budgeting and execution of an 8 show summer season and special events. Strong technical theatre and computer skills, understanding of production and design process and interpersonal skills required. Vehicle necessary. Position includes salary and housing. To apply, send cover letter, resume and 3 references to bscjobs@barringtonstageco.org

Musical Directing Apprentice – May 20 – August 31. BSC seeks a Musical Directing Apprentice for BSC’s 20th Anniversary Season. Candidate must possess strong piano skills, knowledge of programming and playing the Kurzweil 2600, and basic experience in using FINALE.  Responsibilities can include: assisting and playing the main-stage show, helping to reduce orchestrations, playing and arranging the various Cabarets, music directing the one-act musicals, and accompanying master-classes for the musical theatre apprentices.  Salary and housing are provided. To apply, send cover letter, resume, 3 references and/or any links to your website or Youtube clips to education@barringtonstageco.org.

 

System Technician for Boyd Technologies

Career Development Center Job Listings, Part Time

POSITION TITLE: Systems Technician (Part-Time-16 Hours)
REPORTS TO: Director of Information Systems
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Systems Technician assists the Director of Information Systems in maintaining and securing all aspects of the company’s information systems and network operations and provides functional IT support to all end users.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates Degree in a computer science field or 2+ years equivalent experience.
CompTIA Network+ / A+ certifications preferred
Understanding of Database programming
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to conduct effective training for adult learners
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks and stay organized
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Functional IT support for end users (i.e. troubleshooting, resolving hardware/software
issues, installation of software/hardware, minor hardware repairs, and user training)
2. Maintenance of all aspects of computer operations throughout the organization.
3. Monitor daily data backups of information residing on the network.
4. Network administration and security.
5. Assist with the over sight of the BellHawk Inventory Tracking system, training and
updates.
6. Trouble shoot payroll and time clock problems as needed.
7. Support the development of IT policies and procedures.
8. Maintain the organization’s awareness of Best Practices in information technology,
computer hardware and software.
9. Evaluation and purchase of hardware.
10. Assist in the evaluation of software.
11. Support and implement mobile and VOIP phone systems.
12. Keep manager updated on IT plans, projects and related matters.

To apply, send a resume with cover letter and salary requirements to: jmoriarty@boydtech.com

The above description represents the most significant duties of this position but does not
exclude other occasional work assignments given by the Director of Information Systems not
mentioned; the inclusion of which would be similar to those outlined.

Boyd Technologies 2012, Proprietary

FlexForce Direct Care Staff in Springfield

Career Development Center Job Listings, Out of Area, Part Time

Community Enterprises, Inc. is a growing multi-state human service organization empowering people with disabilities to live, learn, and work independently since 1975.

Career Opportunity

Title: FlexForce Direct Care Staff
Work Location: Springfield, MA
Rate of Pay: $13.48 per hour
Hours: Up to 25 hours per week; may include evenings and weekends
Typical schedule; Mon, Wed, Fri 3-7pm and occasionally 8-9am as well
Daily schedule based on programmatic need

Type of Program: Community Living

Employee Profile:
The Direct Care Staff assists individuals with disabilities in daily living skills in order to achieve selffulfillment through their life goals and desires. S/he provides direct outreach services to program participants living in the community. High School Diploma or GED, one year of college desirable, with one year of paid employment, community service and/or training; one year of supervisory or human service experience desired. Desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in someone’s life a must. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record, use of vehicle, and a willingness to transport program participants in personal vehicle. Bilingual/bicultural experience an asset.

Schedule varies based on programmatic need and employee receives no benefits.

Interested applicants please submit cover letter and qualifications to:

Ms. Laura Foulkes, Director
Community Enterprises, Inc.
1985 Main Street
Springfield, MA 01108
lfoulkes@communityenterprises.com

Current employees of Community Enterprises are encouraged to apply for promotional or transfer
opportunities. If you will need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify
the hiring Director.

Thank you for your interest in a career with Community Enterprises!

www.communityenterprises.com

Posted 1.27.24

Flex Force Job Coach in Boston

Career Development Center Job Listings, Out of Area, Part Time

Community Enterprises, Inc. is a growing multi-state human service organization empowering people with disabilities to live, learn, and work independently since 1975.

Career Opportunity

Title: Flex Force Job Coach
Work Location: Greater Boston, MA
Rate of Pay: $13.48 per hour
Hours: Up to 25 hours per week
Schedule based on programmatic need

Type of Program: Community Employment

Employee Profile:
The Job Coach orients, trains, and supervises workers with disabilities within community businesses. The ideal candidate must possess strong communication skills; ability to work independently in a team environment and be flexible to meet program needs; knowledge and respect for diverse population; access to vehicle, good driving record, and willingness to drive individuals in the program; desire to do meaningful work and make a difference in someone’s life. Specific duties include working one-to-one in training and supervising individual with disabilities within a community business. High School Diploma with one year of paid employment, community service and/or training; human service experience desired. Must have experience as maintenance worker with ability to lead a small group. Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, use of vehicle, and willingness to transport program participants in own and/or agency vehicle. Demonstrated fluency in Spanish and familiarity with deaf culture required. Bilingual/bicultural experience an asset.

Schedule varies based on programmatic need and employee receives no benefits.

Applications accepted until position is filled. Please submit letter of interest and resume to:

Ms. Loretta Mascis, Regional Director
Community Enterprises, Inc.
39 Norman Street, Suite 302
Salem MA 01970
lmascis@communityenterprises.com

Current employees of Community Enterprises are encouraged to apply for promotional or transfer
opportunities. If you will need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please
notify the hiring Director.

Thank you for your interest in a career with Community Enterprises.
www.communityenterprises.com
Posted 1.27.14

UMASS Amherst ALANA Career Fair

Career Development Center Events

ALANA Career Fair

Center for Multicultural

Advancement and Student Success

 Dear Career Service and Student Affairs Professionals,

 It is with great excitement that the Center for Multicultural Advancement and Student Success (CMASS) at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst invites your students to attend the UMASS ALANA Career Fair on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 from 1:00pm-5:00pm in the Student Union Ballroom!

Once again this coming year we anticipate having more than 70 prestigious national leading companies in attendance representing career opportunities from the fields of engineering, computer science, business, nonprofit, social science, education and more. During this event, your students will have the opportunity to learn about various entry level positions and internships as well as, establish career connections with national recruiters who are eager to meet them. This is a great opportunity for the well qualified students at your institution to showcase their skills and talents while exploring various career paths and making valuable connections with industry leaders.

The ALANA Career Fair is an efficient tool for students from all classes and majors to gain knowledge of career options in the current job market and build a networking relationship with business professionals. College students from the Five Colleges, local area Community Colleges and other four year institutions are welcome to attend. Students may visit the link below to gain further information:

 www.umass.edu/careers

Please share this information with your students and encourage them to dress professionally in business attire and be prepared with at least twenty copies of their resume.

If you would like further information about the ALANA Career Fair 2014, please contact:

CMASS -Assistant Director of Student Development Willie Pope at (413) 577-2937 or via email at wjp@admin.umass.edu.  

Career Services- Assistant Director Tommie Joyner at (413) 577-0417 or via email at tjoyner@acad.umass.edu.

We look forward to seeing your students at the UMASS ALANA Career Fair 2014!

Sincerely,

The ALANA Career Fair Committee:

Tommie Joyner- Assistant Director- Career Services

Willie Pope- Assistant Director- Center for Multicultural Advancement and Student Success (CMASS)

Wilma Crespo- Associate Director- Center for Multicultural Advancement and Student Success (CMASS)

Derek Bratton- Academic Advisor Hospitality and Tourism Management- Isenberg School of Management

Jackie Brousseau-Pereira- Director, External Affairs College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Lance Overby- Academic Counselor UMASS Athlete Academic Services

Phylis Gedeon- Assistant Director- UMASS Financial Aid Office

Denise Brown- UMASS College of Nursing

ATTENTION ALL BCC STUDENTS

CAREER FAIR:  BUSINESS ATTIRE REQUIRED

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE BUSINESS ATTIRE, OR IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT WHAT IS BUSINESS ATTIRE, MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO SEE A CAREER COUNSELOR.  We can help you find clothing at low or no cost, and help you to figure out how to prepare for a career fair.

JUST STOP IN AT STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, OR CALL 236-1611.

If you plan to go to this or any other Career Fair, ask Career Services for information about how to navigate career fairs, and how to make them productive. 

There are ways to navigate and present yourself career fairs, and things to avoid.

 

Summer Park Ranger at Edward MacDowell Lake

Career Development Center Full Time, Job Listings, Summer

Position Description of Summer Park Ranger

Supervisory Scope

Works under the general supervision of Project Manager or Lead Park Ranger. Receives oral instructions regarding general objectives and written memoranda in connection with potential problems. Much of the work is performed at remote locations without ready recourse to supervisor, thus requiring the exercise of initiative and judgment by incumbent. Explicit instructions are given on non-routine technical problems. Supervisor is consulted in decisions affecting important policy or emergencies. Work is subject to review by inspections and adequacy of end results.

Major Duties

Serves as uniformed Park Ranger at a designated reservoir/lake/recreation area.  At the direction of the Project Manager, participates in the administration of management programs.

Performs inspections of recreation areas. Reports any misuse of properties or facilities, unsanitary conditions, public nuisances to supervisor and/or local police.

Helps visitors with problems; receives oral and other complaints concerning operations, regulations, or facilities and resolves these incidents.

Promotes good public relations by responding courteously to inquiries and questions. Assists visitors with information. Performs various light maintenance tasks, as required.

Maintenance and facility upkeep on the infrastructure which includes restrooms, litter, trail work, beach clean ups, etc..

 

Interpretive Services

a)    Conducts interpretive talks; provides guided tours of the project, and explains the purpose of the project and its functions and benefits; leads tour groups on the dam and environmental trails. Gives nature talks and explains the characteristics of flora and fauna. Answers questions about the site which recur repeatedly and require knowledge of the project. Maintains informational displays to include informational racks. Conducts water safety demonstrations for the public.

b)    Maintains supply of information materials and other stock items at the project office. Obtains and posts various information on the kiosks.

                          Visitor Assistance

a)    Performs security duties by patrolling project land and water areas. Reports to the Park Manager on evidence of trespassing or destruction of property, misuse of properties or facilities, unsanitary conditions, and public nuisances.

b)    Communicates effectively with park visitors and obtains their cooperation. Responds to visitor’s questions regarding the local area, historical points of interest, project facilities, and operating times. Identifies and reports problems, violations of regulations concerning the use of protected resources, or public lands, and carries out overall agency policies and procedures within the park.

c)    Responds to and takes independent action on emergencies and accidents, administers first aid; performs search and rescue. Performs investigations, takes photographs, investigates accident complaints and disturbances compiles information, Interviews witnesses, summons assistance, and controls crowds. Prepares diagram and written reports of incidents.

d)    For  large events, assists with directing traffic in the Day Use Area; distributes recreational use rules and information to visitors; explains park regulations and provides information concerning scheduled interpretive events, natural resources, and project history. Fills out lost and found reports.

e)    Files and maintains various logs and reports. May be asked to assist with other agencies such as Fish and Game Department and local law enforcement agencies.

Operations and Maintenance

a)    Assists in facilities maintenance and operation by participating in inspections of recreational areas, and project structures, grounds, and equipment. Performs various light maintenance tasks as directed.

b)     Participates in project opening and lock-up procedures.

c)    Project Operations require holiday coverage, altering shifts times, occasional overtime, and periods on assigned shifts working alone.

 Park Ranger Series, GS-0025

SERIES DEFINITION

This series includes positions the duties of which are to supervise, manage, and/or perform work in the conservation and use of Federal park resources. This involves functions such as park conservation; natural, historical, and cultural resource management; and the development and operation of interpretive and recreational programs for the benefit of the visiting public. Duties characteristically include assignments such as: forest and structural fire control; protection of property from natural or visitor related depredation; dissemination to visitors of general, historical, or scientific information; folk art and craft demonstrations; control of traffic and visitor use of facilities; enforcement of laws and regulations; investigation of violations, complaints, trespass/encroachment, and accidents; search and rescue missions; and management activities related to resources such as wildlife, lakeshores, seashores, forests, historic buildings, battlefields, archeological properties, and recreation areas.

OCCUPATIONAL INFORMATION

The work of Park Rangers varies considerably from park to park depending on factors such as the functions performed, the subject matter knowledge required by the work, and the nature of the park or resource(s) involved.

The term park is used in this standard to include national monuments; seashores; parkways; historical, military, natural, and urban parks; lakes; and other related areas administered by the Departments of the Army and the Interior.

The term resource as used in the standard includes natural, historical, cultural, archeological, or other similar types of resources. Park programs or functions range from preserving wilderness to operating urban parks; from protecting natural forests and historical buildings to safeguarding people on crowded recreational beaches or lakes; from patrolling back country areas to delivering interpretive talks in parks, community centers, schools, and similar establishments; from fighting forest fires to controlling large crowds; from overcoming encroachments on public lands to encouraging people to use properly and enjoy park facilities.

To accomplish these functions, Park Rangers perform duties that vary from one park or resource to another because of operating requirements, differing types of parks or resources, the seasonality of operations (e.g., during the “slow” season higher grade level rangers may, of necessity, perform some tasks usually associated with lower grade-level ranger work), the availability of staff with specialized knowledge, and other related or similar considerations.

Generally, the work falls into three broad functional areas:

• Interpretation – this involves interpretation of the natural, historical, archeological, or other features of the particular resource and area to enrich the visitors’ experience through activities such as talks, guided or self-guided walks, campfire presentations, demonstrations, and environmental education programs both in the park and in community centers, schools, or other related “nonpark” locations.

• Visitor Protection and Services – this involves activities such as operation of campgrounds, marinas, picnic areas, and other recreation facilities; search and rescue or other emergency services; boat, road, or other patrol activities for enforcement and inspection purposes; traffic control; and fee collection.

• Resource Management – this involves the protection, management, and conservation of the natural, historical, and other characteristics of the area through activities such as forest, wild land, and structural fire prevention and suppression; boundary encroachment and land-use activities; fish and wildlife management; preservation of natural, cultural, and/or historical structures and objects; and flood control activities.