Stage Manager Lead - Red Mountain High School

Stage Manager Lead - Red Mountain High School
Red Mountain High School – Mesa, Arizona

Job Details
Job ID:

5768229

Application Deadline:

Aug 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.

East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$23.56

Class/Calendar:

B24, 9.25 months

Benefits:

Sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary
To monitor and maintain the daily operation of activities for school auditorium usage; to coordinate auditorium scheduling and oversee auditorium activities; and to maintain accurate recordkeeping for auditorium usage, equipment and materials.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and operate auditorium equipment

Schedule, coordinate and supervise auditorium activities during the school day

Coordinate and supervise facility rental activities during non-school hours

Collaborate with school staff to provide needed equipment for special events (i.e. concerts, plays, dress rehearsals, etc.)

Coordinate and communicate auditorium usage scheduling via e-mail

Coordinate and communicate the overall auditorium usage calendar via web-based calendar system

Communicate with supervising administrator regarding auditorium related issues (i.e. equipment status, auditorium usage, event calendar, etc.)

Monitor auditorium and conduct daily inventory of equipment and materials

Assist students with editing and production of daily announcements (I-Movie); assist in training students to become self-sufficient in maintaining site-based TV production; conduct student learning experiences as needed

Assist teachers with monitoring student assignments/projects

Monitor computer lab and conduct daily inventory of equipment and materials; monitor and secure auditorium area during lunch hour

Work flexible schedule, as required, including evenings and weekends

Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

High School education or equivalent

Successful experience working with high school students

Skills & Competencies

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate

Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community

Knowledge of stage elements (i.e. lighting, sound equipment, stage set-up, basic technical repairs, chords, set construction/design, etc.)

Computer proficiency to include basic software applications; experience with I-Movie and MAC platform

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, school staff and district personnel

Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with students, school staff and district personnel

Ability to take initiative, be flexible, and accept direction and constructive feedback

Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines while working with minimum supervision

Ability and willingness to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

Ability to supervise student assistants

Ability to conduct learning experiences for individuals or small groups

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Primary workspace is typically the school's auditorium or performance space

Frequently works behind the scenes, including wings, control booth, and set storage areas

Some administrative work like scheduling, communication, and documentation may happen in an office or shared workspace

Involves managing or attending rehearsals in classrooms, gyms, or other makeshift rehearsal areas

Often includes after-school hours, evenings, and weekends—especially leading up to and during performances.

Must move quickly between different areas (stage, booth, dressing rooms), often on short notice.

Lifting/carrying set pieces, props, and equipment (up to ~50 lbs.)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$23.56 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Gloria Hernandez, Assistant Principal

Red Mountain High

Email: gshernandez@mpsaz.org

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