AY St. Olaf Philharmonia Student Manager (WS-ST3)

St. Olaf College • Northfield, MN

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

To assist Philharmonia with rehearsal and concert logistics. This position requires strong leadership skills, including positivity, flexibility, and problem-solving, with respect for student colleagues, faculty, and staff. Knowledge of orchestral stage configurations, equipment, and instruments is necessary. Experience with scheduling for truck transfers, stage setups, rehearsals, and performances, as well as student crew organization, is also required. The role involves driving a college-owned truck and assisting with auditions. Candidates must be active St. Olaf College Approved Drivers and commit to a one-year position. Preference is given to students with three years of Philharmonia experience who intend to remain in the ensemble for the upcoming year.

Requirements

• 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
• Ensemble management experience
• Must commit to one year position regardless of ensemble placement
• Ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

• Three years of Philharmonia experience
• Intend to remain in St. Olaf Philharmonia for upcoming year

Responsibilities

• Set chairs, stands, and instruments for weekly rehearsals
• Schedule and supervise student crews for on-campus dress rehearsals and performances
• Supervise student crews for off-campus dress rehearsals and performances
• Manage communication with Music Organizations staff, Music Department staff, conductor, and ensemble members
• Drive the college-owned truck for on-campus performances
• Assist with auditions as needed/directed by the conductor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed