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THE POSITION The Stagehand I supports the Events Services unit by performing technical work essential to event production across the facility. This position assists with the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of sound, lighting, rigging, and staging equipment, ensuring event spaces are prepared and functioning safely. This position contributes to smooth event operations by executing hands-on production tasks, maintaining equipment and inventories, and supporting load-ins and load-outs.

IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate is a skilled and reliable technical worker with experience in theatrical or event production environments. They should be comfortable working with sound, lighting, rigging, and staging equipment and able to troubleshoot issues during fast-paced event operations. Strong attention to detail, commitment to safe work practices, and the ability to work collaboratively with production teams are essential.

The ideal candidate will take initiative, adapt quickly to changing event needs, and maintain a positive service-oriented approach. Under general direction to perform technical work which involves the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of stage equipment for a variety of theatrical events. Incumbents of positions in this class prepare and set up the theater for a variety of professional theatrical productions and operate stage equipment during performances.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS A Stagehand II is distinguished from a Stagehand I in that the former has responsibility for planning and assigning work and acts as a lead worker in the performance of duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but at not limited to, the following: - Sets up, operates, maintains, and repairs sound, lighting, and staging equipment for a variety of events and productions. - Operates sound consoles controlling quality and volume of sound in accordance with prearranged standards and plan.

- Operates lighting console and related controls during performances according to an established plan of action. - Operates stage rigging and rigs. - Adjusts stage scenery and curtains as necessary for various productions.

- Acts as property worker; performs stage carpentry work; builds and dismantles stages, furniture, and displays. - Assists different promoters using facilities installing and removing equipment. - Maintains inventory of sound cables and lights.

- Keeps properties and facilities clean and in order. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Safety rules, building codes, and equipment operation of a theater stage.

- Electrical principles and practices. - Theatrical lighting systems and techniques. - Theatrical sound systems and public address systems.

- Techniques of stage preparation for theatrical or related productions. - Care and maintenance materials and procedures for stage equipment. - Knowledge of theatrical and stage terminology.

Ability to: - Install, operate and maintain sound and lighting equipment. - Perform stage carpentry work. - Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and the general public.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class III Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class III License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Ability to read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance. Stagehand I Two years of experience in stage work including experience in sound and lighting work. Stagehand II Two years of experience as required for Stagehand I, and one year of supervisory or lead worker experience over employees performing theatrical stage maintenance duties.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted

Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).

If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you're requesting Veteran's credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline.

Information regarding the use of Veteran's credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2

Training and Experience Exam: (Weighted 100%) -The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience.

The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions.

3. Eligibility: Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list.

Candidate's eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Stagehand I examination. 4. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review.

The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5.

Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.

QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726