The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation - Program Sound Engineer Seasonal

Sound Engineer is needed in Greenbelt, United States.

Client: The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission - PGC Parks and Recreation

Location: Greenbelt, MD

Contract: Seasonal

Description

The Teen Arts Unit of The Arts and Cultural Heritage Division of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is seeking a passionate and dynamic Program Sound Engineer. The ideal candidate will inspire creativity, confidence, and collaboration while fostering artistic expression and cultural appreciation. This role supports a mission to cultivate cultural enrichment and personal growth through the performing arts.

Examples of Important Duties

• Must be available to work special events, festivals, and recurring workshops.
• Must be able to work evenings and/or nights, including weekends.
• Must have some experience in studio engineering, set design, visual arts, digital media, photography, videography, mentoring, theater, and music.
• Maintaining and reporting accurate records (including reports, journals, surveys, spreadsheets) of interactions with the community using computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and web-based forms.
• Have a valid driver’s license with willingness to drive commission vehicles to various locations.
• Have the ability to facilitate large group activities while maintaining composure and providing energy to engage an audience of participants.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive environment that encourages self-expression and teamwork.
• Collaborate with parents, recreation staff, and community partners to ensure program goals align with participant needs and interests.
• Manage class logistics, including attendance tracking, equipment setup, and safety compliance.
• Evaluate student progress through observation, feedback, and performance assessments.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Associate’s degree in Performing Arts or Visual Arts and their related fields (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Must have at least 1 year of teaching in your artistic field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling four (4) years of experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learning styles and abilities.

Preferred

• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to adapt lessons for diverse learning styles and abilities.

Supplemental Information

• May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
• Work hours: Work hours may vary and include weekday mornings, afternoons or evenings, as well as Saturday mornings or afternoons.
• Working Conditions/Environment: Instruction takes place in subject specific classrooms, and instructors must be comfortable with hands-on teaching and flexible learning formats.
• Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.