Covid Safety Officer

Details

Open Date 01/18/2022

Requisition Number PRN12050N

Job Title Coordinator, Project

Working Title Covid Safety Officer

Job Grade C

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Work schedule based on rehearsal and performance schedules, which exceed 40 hours per week when in rehearsal. This is a job-sharing opportunity for 2 or 3 people to cover all hours. Season ends mid-June.

Is this a work study job? No

VP Area Academic Affairs

Department 00072 - Pioneer Theatre Company

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range 15.00 to 18.00

Close Date

Job Summary

Pioneer Theatre Company ( PTC ) is a professional theatre in residence at the University of Utah. The Company’s COVID Safety Officer ( CSO ) oversees the implementation of all COVID -related efforts within PTC and continues to develop and implement protocols as circumstances evolve and requirements by affiliated creative unions change. The CSO will collaborate with all PTC Departments to keep the safety of all employees a top priority.

Responsibilities

Areas of Responsibility:

• Receive Arts & Sciences COVID Compliance Officer training and certification provided by the theatre.


• Teach all COVID training sessions.


• Work with production and department heads to ensure that all departments are following guidelines.


• Stay informed regarding COVID practices amongst the theatre sector, as well as CDC , University of Utah, and local guidelines to make sure protocols are up to date.


• In collaboration with management and production teams, oversee the implementation of COVID screening and testing of employees, actors, creatives, and others.


• The CSO will isolate and report any testing group member who develops symptoms of COVID -19 in the theatre, in accordance with the AEA Fully Vaccinated Safety Rider. In the event that a production group member tests positive for COVID -19, the CSO will enact the protocols laid out in the Rider.


• Collaborate with Company Management to ensure that custodial staff is cleaning and sanitizing workspaces in accordance with protocols. The CSO will sanitize high-touch areas and items throughout the day but will not be responsible for providing regular custodial services.


• Maintain up-to-date records of staff testing and meet all state and county reporting requirements.


• Manage and track PPE and test inventory.


• May schedule and oversee other COVID Safety team members for rehearsals and productions.

A Successful Candidate

Covid Safety Management has recently emerged as an occupation in the performing arts sector. Experience in the field is not expected nor required. A successful candidate will have the following:

• Knowledge of or experience working in a theatre or equivalent experience


• Current knowledge of COVID protocols for the performing arts sector


• Familiarity with Actors Equity Association’s COVID protocols and those of the other creative unions


• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent organizational/project management skills and attention to detail.


• Proactive attitude and approach to all responsibilities


• Ability to quickly adapt to the needs of the organization and employees, as protocols change.


• A commitment to working with diverse groups in terms of gender expression, race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, and class.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years related experience or equivalency (1 year of college education is equivalent to 2 years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills also required. Bachelor’s degree in a related area is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Special Instructions Summary

Refer any questions to 801-581-6222 or 801-581-6960.

Additional Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)

135 Park Building

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

[email protected]

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] (%[email protected]) or call 801-581-2300.

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.