Our Company

The Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF) is a premier tourism operation and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. TRMF welcomes hundreds of thousands of guests each year through a diverse lineup of entertainment, historical, and educational attractions. We are committed to connecting people to Medora through positive, life-changing experiences. 

Summary/Objective

The Assistant Deck Manager is responsible for assisting the Deck Manager with preparation of all aspects of the Medora Musical. This includes participating in day crew preparations, participating in all performances of the Medora Musical, overseeing all stage operations and backstage areas, and assisting with staff training and safety checks. An Assistant Deck Manager should be flexible and adaptable in their tasks and assignments during their workday and be willing to help where needed with the production and backstage aspects of the Medora Musical.  

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist the TRMF Deck Manager with tasks assigned.  
• Participate in all day crew preparations as scheduled.  
• Participate in all performances of the Medora Musical.  
• Oversee all stage operations on the assigned side.  
• Train, and supervise the run crew seeking safety and efficiency in stage operations.  
• Assist other backstage tracks as needed. 
• Communicate with issues with the Deck Manager. 
• Complete daily safety checks as directed by the Deck Manager. 
• Work to maintain cleanliness of the backstage area. This may include traditional cleaning and landscaping. 
• Perform basic set, repair, and maintenance as directed by the Medora Musica Deck Manager. 
• Be familiar with BHA safety procedures and protocols.  
• Participate in workplace safety meetings. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist the Deck Manager with all backstage theater staff

Required Skills/Abilities

• Able to work split shifts, 6 days a week.  
• Excellent verbal communication skills. 
• Reliable, on time, and ready for every shift.  
• Provide outstanding customer service. 

Required Education and Experience

• Previous theater experience required.  
• Previous supervisory experience is strongly preferred.  
• Must possess a clean US driver’s license.  
• Must give exceptional service.  
• Must be able to troubleshoot and create solutions if needed.  
• Previous Guest Service Experience preferred. 
• Must be familiar with Theater operations and terminology. 
• Must possess critical thinking skills. 
• Must be fluent in English, bilingual a plus. 

Work Environment

This position is working outside in hot conditions when working at the Medora Musical but may be inside buildings when needed. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk, hear, hand/eye coordination, stand, walk, have repetitive use of hands and arms, and grasp. Visual acuity to determine accuracy, details and transcribe data, determine neatness and thoroughness of work assigned, and determine safety of workplace surroundings for themselves and guests. Occasionally required to push, pull, stoop, bend, lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work long hours and available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.  

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of TRMF to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TRMF will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. 

Our Location

• TRMF is in the heart of the Badlands: Medora, North Dakota.  
• It is situated near the border separating North Dakota and Montana, along Interstate 94. Medora is the basecamp to Theodore Roosevelt National Park: 110 square miles of rugged beauty. You are never more than a few minutes away from a night under the stars or a bike ride along the thrilling Maah Daah Hey Trail. In Medora, beauty and adventure abound.  
• Our central hub of operations, the Life Skills Center, is a state-of-the-art campus, purpose-built for the glory of work and the joy of living. It features a dining room, a fitness center, as well as spaces for music, studying, learning, prayer, reflection, and socializing—all designed with our employees in mind.