Be creative! Mount Mercy University is a Catholic, coeducational University founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1928 enrolling approximately 1800 students. The University offers a variety of liberal arts, professional, accelerated, and graduate degree programs.
This is a ten-month, part-time hourly position beginning August 1, 2013 and ending May 31, 2014. Reporting to the Coordinator of Campus Music, this position will:
- Assist in the advising of student drama clubs and oversee drama scholarships
- Direct two theater productions per academic year
- Oversee theatre, supplies and equipment
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred), extensive experience and a successful record of coordinating and collaborating in the delivery of co-curricular drama activities in educational environments. This experience should include oversight and responsibility for coordinating clubs, workshops, field experiences, drama and musical productions and other types of speech related performances. Technical Theater experience is highly desirable.
The successful candidate must also demonstrate a willingness to support Mount Mercy’s mission as a Catholic university providing student-focused education in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. Mount Mercy University welcomes those of different faiths and is committed to excellence in education and community service.
Screening of candidates will begin immediately for a targeted August 1, 2013 start date. Deadline for applications is May 10, 2013. Qualified candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references along with salary requirements. Submissions must be emailed as Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat attachments to: hr@mtmercy.edu with the subject line, “Drama Coordinator.” Only application materials emailed to this address will be considered. Application materials submitted on paper will not be reviewed.
Visit www.mtmercy.edu for further information.
Mount Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke free environment.