St. Olaf Philharmonia Student Assistant Manager at St. Olaf College

Job Title: St. Olaf Philharmonia Assistant Student Manager

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:

Student works on campus and off-campus in multiple tour cities.

Department Name: Music Organizations

Unit Number (5 digits): 11756

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization 

Contact Person/Supervisor: Associate Director of Music Organizations

Pay Rate (Check One)  X  Standard Hourly Rate       Supervisory/Special Skills Hourly Rate

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

To assist Philharmonia with rehearsal and concert logistics.

 Transferable Skills: 

• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Organization 
• Responsibility 
• Anticipate problems
• Troubleshooting
• Collaboration
• Motivate 

 Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Set chairs, stands, and instruments for weekly rehearsals
• Assist Philharmonia Student Manager with coordinating student crews for on-campus dress rehearsals and performances
• Assist Philharmonia Student Manager with coordinating student crews for off-campus dress rehearsals and performances
• Drive the college-owned truck for on-campus performances 

 Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

• Strong leadership skills, including positivity, flexibility, and problem solving, respect for student colleagues, faculty, and staff
• Knowledge of orchestral stage configurations 
• Knowledge of orchestral equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of scheduling practices for truck transfers, stage set-ups and tear-downs, rehearsals, and performances
• Knowledge of student crew organization
• Active St. Olaf College Approved Driver
• Must commit to one year position regardless of ensemble placement
• Preference given to rising sophomores and juniors who intend to remain in St. Olaf Philharmonia for upcoming year

This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.