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University Student Assistant - Randy Owen Center - Technical Crew (Fall 2026 - Spring 2027)

  • Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus), Alabama, United States, 36265
  • University Student Assistant

Department:

Randy Owen Center for the Performing Arts

Salary:

$10.00 per hour (maximum 26 hours per week)

Position Summary:

University Student Assistants support technical operations for concerts, theatrical productions, and special events under the direction of the Technical Director and designated staff. This is an event-based position.

The posting will remain available August 1, 2026–July 31, 2027. Students apply to be considered for individual events; selection for one event does not guarantee future assignments.

Scheduling depends on event needs and availability. Evening and weekend work may be required. Adheres to all department and University policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Attend required training and scheduling meetings.
  • Load and unload production trucks and transport gear and materials in and out of the venue.
  • Assist with stage setup and teardown, including equipment and scenery.
  • Assist with setup, testing, and operation of sound, lighting, staging, and other production equipment under supervision.
  • Support performers and production personnel backstage and make instructed set adjustments.
  • Organize and store production materials; maintain safe, clean work areas.
  • Follow technical direction and safety procedures; perform other related duties as assigned.

Employment and Scheduling:

This is an event-based student employment opportunity. Work assignments will vary based on the ROC's performance and event calendar. Students must be available to work assigned event hours, which may include evenings, weekends and extended hours for event setup and teardown. Students may be scheduled for multiple events based on availability, qualifications, and operational needs. Employment is not guaranteed for every event. 

iMinimum Qualifications: 

  • Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least three (3) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
  • If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
  • Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJSU.

Notice Regarding International Students:

  • All International Students must be in a valid immigration status. 
  • Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: http://www.jsu.edu/international/index.html
  • Due to Visa requirements international students must be enrolled as a full-time JSU student and possess each of the following:
  1. Passport from their respective country.
  2. F-1 Student Visa or J-1 Exchange Student Visa.
  3. U.S. Customs Form I-94.
  4. Official photo identification.
  5. Official Social Security Card imprinted with “Valid for Work Only” or similar statement

Required Documents:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
  3. Unofficial Transcript

Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, https://www.clerycenter.org/the-clery-act the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: https://www.jsu.edu/police/docs/cleryannualreport.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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