Assistant Technical Director

Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Since 1852, under the direction of the Basilian Fathers, St. Michael’s College School has been educating young men in goodness, discipline, and knowledge for lives of leadership and service, and forming them in faith to present the face of Jesus Christ to a world in need of his grace and his peace.

We are Canada’s only Catholic, Basilian, faith-based independent school. We educate young men from Grades 7 to 12 in a university-preparatory programme. Our scholastic environment for boys is well-designed and suited to their strengths, aptitudes, and needs. It provides a unique learning and growing experience during which a boy develops the framework of his character and builds the foundation for his life as a man.

In graduating young men who will change the world through lives of faith, character, and service, St. Michael’s College School brings integrity, unity, and healing to a fractured and uncertain world. Whatever the role at St. Michael’s, it is more than a job – it is joining a community of likeminded colleagues who embrace the school’s values and deliver those values in everything they do.

Working with us:

We take a whole-school approach to deliver an exceptional student experience.

To provide a modern learning environment with world-class facilities, St. Michael’s College School requires dedicated and collaborative employees with a variety of skills and abilities to support students. You may not be teaching our students, but your work impacts their St. Michael’s College School experience.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package
• Extended benefits paid by the school
• Access to professional development and educational opportunities
• Generous vacation programme (non-teaching staff)

Position Available:

The Assistant Technical Director is responsible for aiding in the planning, management, and supervision of all technical elements of productions, presentations, and related activities assigned for the daily operations of St. Michael’s College School. The position requires a high level of artistic integrity, safety, and an appropriate working environment for artistic and production personnel.

Reports to: Technical Theatre Director

Supervises:N/A

Start Date: ASAP

Internal Contacts: All members of the St. Michael’s College School community, various vendors, and suppliers.

Work Location & Schedule: Based on a 40-hour work week – Regular hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed and arranged in advance.

Rate of Pay: Full-time: Annual salary range: $52,000 to $60,000. Remuneration includes a comprehensive benefits package and a company-defined contribution pension programme.

Duties include:

• Assume the lead technical responsibility for assigned productions in the school in consultation with the Technical Director; ensure that all technical elements on assigned projects are delivered on schedule and on budget, liaising with theatre and school staff, and troubleshooting technical challenges as required
• Produce any plans, construction drawings, and other production paperwork as directed; aid the Technical Director in supervising the building and painting of scenery and décor for SMCS productions as directed
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for purchases, including the maintenance and reconciliation of petty cash floats
• Assist in establishing the labour requirements for lighting, sound, video, and scenic elements for all productions as assigned; act as a supervisor for casual technicians as directed
• Maintain, in cooperation with other SMCS departments, an accurate inventory and organization of SMCS theatre storage facility
• Arrange and perform the pick-up of production supplies as needed
• Assist the Technical Director with SMCS facilities and events as assigned; facilitate technical support when required for users who may require technical assistance
• Participate in the creation and ongoing implementation of SMCS Health and Safety policies.
• Contributes to the overall success of SMCS by accomplishing related results as needed
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring to this role:

• A commitment to the vocation of Catholic education as embodied in the tradition of the Basilian Fathers and the mission and vision of St. Michael’s College School
• Demonstrated experience working in a professional or independent theatre context.
• Understanding of contemporary theatrical construction techniques and materials
• Awareness of safe and efficient theatrical labour standards
• Theatrical rigging knowledge
• Understanding of typical schedules and timelines for mounting a theatrical production
• Working knowledge of theatrical lighting, sound, and video
• Valid G-class driver’s license
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with multiple deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
• Excellent time management, organizational, and administrative skills
• A passion for theatre and live performance

Performance Competencies and Criteria

• Maintain a professional image
• Efficient organization to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner
• Responsive and considerate to client needs
• Ethical consideration and a consistent display of integrity in all duties
• An understanding and commitment to the delivery of a Catholic, Liberal Arts education to young men in Grades 7-12.

How to apply:

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at St. Michael’s College School by email to resume@smcsmail.com, indicating ‘Assistant Technical Director in the subject line.

Deadline for this application is Friday, November 14, 2025; however, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please do not wait until the deadline to submit your application.

We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or agencies, please.

To work at St. Michael’s College School, all employees are required to undergo a Police Vulnerable Sector Screening Check.

St. Michael’s College School will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.