Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
Operations Manager is a full-time 12-month position reporting directly to the Director of Programming. The Operations Manager in partnership with the Director of Programming and Chair of the Department, is responsible for the technical preparation and production with knowledge and experience in various lighting, video, and sound systems for 40+ Department of Music events in the 560 Music Center’s 1100-seat Concert Hall and 300-seat Ballroom, and campus Premiere Spaces, along with high-profile, off-campus performances. The Operations Managers primary responsibility with business management resides in the administrative leadership of the billing and registration functions of the applied music program and operations management of the 51% of the 560 Music Center complex controlled by A&S.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for technical/facility management.
Designs/implements the technical preparation and production for various performances, including lighting, video, and sound for all events in assigned venue.
Serves as liaison to faculty and guest artists for event production logistics.
Manages all 560 Music Center daily operations and scheduling for Department of Music, including production, teaching, and rehearsal scheduling.
Coordinates applied music lesson and ensemble fees each semester using a multi-tiered and conditional rubric and linked spreadsheet calculations under strict deadlines.
Manages all student financial aid rebate eligibility.
Develops and tracks predictive reports for departmental endowments reflecting sliding scale applied music lesson and ensemble fees.
Hires, trains and supervises staff and/or student workers.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Physical Effort
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license and good driving record are required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced music degree.
- 2 years of accounting-related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
Accounting (2 Years)
Skills:
Building Community, Communication, Digital Audio Workstation, Electrical Equipments, Electronic Troubleshooting, Equipment Troubleshooting, Lighting Controls, Lighting Fixture Installation, Motivation Management, Positive Thinking, Professional Etiquette, Smart Lighting, Sound Board Operation, Sound Control, Supervisory Management, Teamwork, Training and Development
Grade
G10
Salary Range
$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
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All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
