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Pay Grade: 13
Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 900 hospital partners across 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013. Crothall has more than 32,000 team members, with core services include: Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Healthcare Facilities Management, Sterile Processing Services, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at www.Crothall.com.
Job Summary
This individual will be responsible for assisting the Director in oversight of the operational needs of the facility. They will serve as one of the liaisons between the sector and the client, providing the highest possible level of service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establishes and reviews standards and work procedures for all staff in accordance with established policies and practices of the facility
- Plans work schedules, hours, areas of work, and job duties to ensure adequate staffing
- Interviews, selects, hires, evaluates, and recommends termination of personnel in accordance with facility standards
- Performs regular inspections and evaluations of the facility; ability to recommend action items
- Conducts regular staff meetings and communicates with members of other departments to coordinate activities
- Schedules major project work, assuring that adequate staff and supplies are available Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 4 year degree, or equivalent experience
- At least 3 years of additional relevant experience preferred
- Strong work ethic, intense drive, and initiative for quality and customer service
- Ability to utilize a participative approach to managing staff, to function appropriately under stress, to organize and prioritize tasks, and to develop budgets with a complete understanding of facility needs and requirements
- Excellent stress management skills, administrative and organizational, and follow-through (with associates and clients) skills required
Apply to Crothall today!
Crothall is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Associates at Crothall are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Crothall.pdf
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1585068
Crothall Healthcare
CINDY SWIDERSKI
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Salary:
Other Forms of Compensation:
Pay Grade: 13
Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 900 hospital partners across 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013. Crothall has more than 32,000 team members, with core services include: Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Healthcare Facilities Management, Sterile Processing Services, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at www.Crothall.com.
Job Summary
This individual will be responsible for assisting the Director in oversight of the operational needs of the facility. They will serve as one of the liaisons between the sector and the client, providing the highest possible level of service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establishes and reviews standards and work procedures for all staff in accordance with established policies and practices of the facility
- Plans work schedules, hours, areas of work, and job duties to ensure adequate staffing
- Interviews, selects, hires, evaluates, and recommends termination of personnel in accordance with facility standards
- Performs regular inspections and evaluations of the facility; ability to recommend action items
- Conducts regular staff meetings and communicates with members of other departments to coordinate activities
- Schedules major project work, assuring that adequate staff and supplies are available Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 4 year degree, or equivalent experience
- At least 3 years of additional relevant experience preferred
- Strong work ethic, intense drive, and initiative for quality and customer service
- Ability to utilize a participative approach to managing staff, to function appropriately under stress, to organize and prioritize tasks, and to develop budgets with a complete understanding of facility needs and requirements
- Excellent stress management skills, administrative and organizational, and follow-through (with associates and clients) skills required
Apply to Crothall today!
Crothall is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story
Associates at Crothall are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Crothall.pdf
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1585068
Crothall Healthcare
CINDY SWIDERSKI
[[req_classification]]
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The qualifications that appear most often in 2nd assistant director jobs.
- Prior experience as a production assistant or 2nd 2nd assistant director on union or non-union sets
- Proficiency preparing and distributing callsheets, production reports, and daily schedules
- Familiarity with SAG-AFTRA contract rules, background vouchers, and talent paperwork
- Strong communication and organizational skills managing cast, crew, and department heads
- Experience working with industry scheduling and production management software
- Ability to work long and irregular hours on location and in studio environments
Tips for Your 2nd Assistant Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to production scale
List each project's format, budget tier, and union status separately. Hiring producers scan for whether you've worked on features versus episodic versus commercials, so grouping everything under one employer obscures the experience that actually matters to them.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists 2nd assistant director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your callsheet and paperwork fluency
Most job descriptions for 2nd ADs mention callsheets, production reports, and SAG paperwork explicitly. Name the specific documents you've generated and owned, not just that you assisted with them, so your resume reflects actual authorship.
Target postings that name the 1st AD
When a listing mentions the 1st AD by name or references an ongoing production, research that person's working style and past credits. Tailoring your cover letter to their approach signals you've done the homework most applicants skip.
Prepare a set scenario for every interview
Expect interviewers to ask how you'd handle a talent no-show, a location permit pulled at the last minute, or a director running over schedule. Have a real example from your own credits ready for each scenario, with the specific outcome you achieved.
Negotiate your kit rental and credit in writing
Many 2nd AD gigs involve personal equipment, radios, and production apps. Confirm kit rental fees and your screen credit billing before you sign the deal memo, because both are far harder to revise once principal photography starts.
2nd Assistant Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most 2nd assistant directors?
The companies hiring the most 2nd assistant directors right now include Crothall Healthcare, Munich Re Life US, and Clemens Food, with the largest share of openings in Georgia, Michigan, and Arkansas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume shifts quickly with production cycles, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture.
How many 2nd assistant director jobs are remote?
About 100% of 2nd assistant director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how set-dependent the role is by nature. Administrative and prep-week work, such as building callsheets, coordinating advance logistics, and processing paperwork, is most likely to allow off-set days.
How do you become a 2nd assistant director?
Most 2nd ADs start as production assistants or 2nd 2nd assistant directors, building familiarity with set hierarchy, callsheets, and talent paperwork on working productions. Getting on a DGA trainee program or consistently crewing on non-union projects builds the documented days needed to move into the role. Demonstrating fluency with scheduling, SAG paperwork, and department coordination is what gets you considered for your first solo 2nd AD credit.
Can you get hired as a 2nd assistant director with little experience?
Some non-union short films, student productions, and low-budget commercial shoots hire first-time 2nd ADs when you can show you've owned specific responsibilities, like generating callsheets or managing background talent, even at smaller scale. Producers hiring for entry-level 2nd AD slots care more about your ability to handle paperwork and logistics under pressure than the size of the productions on your resume.
What does the 2nd assistant director interview process look like?
Most 2nd AD interviews involve a conversation with the production coordinator or 1st AD, often over the phone or video before the production starts. Expect questions about how you organize callsheets, handle last-minute schedule changes, and manage background talent on set. Some producers ask you to walk through a past production day in detail to assess whether your process matches their workflow.
Where can I find and apply to 2nd assistant director jobs?
You can find and apply to 2nd assistant director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and production background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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