Child Wrangler

CHILD WRANGLER

PURPOSE: To provide support to the Staging Staff and the Rehearsal Department by escorting child performers during rehearsals and performances. To ensure the safety of each child.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assumes “guardianship” when scheduled for wrangler shifts.
• Arrives at the Rehearsal Department office 15 minutes prior to each service.
• Works collaboratively with the Rehearsal Department/Studio Teacher(s) assigned to each service to ensure the safety of each child.
• Assists parents/guardians with the sign-in process before and after each service.
• Reports any unexpected absences or late arrivals immediately to the Rehearsal Department.
• Distributes ID badges/name tags to child performers, as needed.
• Escorts child performers to rehearsal spaces both within the WMOH grounds and external venues.
• Listens for the page for the children to come to stage during rehearsals and performances.
• Assists with keeping children quiet in the wings and general backstage areas.
• Assists Studio Teachers to determine the most safe and efficient paths to and from the stage (and/or dressing rooms).
• Accompanies children to their stage entrance(s) and remains present through their stage exit(s).
• Remains aware of scene changes and potentially dangerous technical elements when waiting off-stage with the children for their stage entrances and/or exits.
• Escorts child performers to dressing rooms, as directed.
• Works collaboratively with Dressers to ensure dressing room protocol.
• Remains aware of any health issues or allergies the child performers might have (medicine, nuts, dairy, gluten, etc.) & communicates with the Rehearsal Department accordingly.
• Remains with all children until they are picked-up from rehearsals/performances by known parent/guardian.
• Supervises children during on-site breaks.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.

PREREQUISITE SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have reliable daily attendance and punctuality, as well as a professional appearance.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Provides a welcoming and friendly environment for all children employed by San Francisco Opera as well as guardians/parents.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, late night services, and split shifts.
• Must perform the functions of the position in a safe manner while working in an environment with a high level of noise and distractions.
• Must have the ability to work in onstage conditions: to see clearly in low-light situations such as are common backstage and in the theatre; walk and stand on complex stage settings throughout day-to-day activities.
• Must be willing to undergo the Live Scan process prior to working with Children.