Site Manager (PT)

Chicago, IL - USA

Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking a part-time Site Manager to oversee activities and ensure safe operations in OTS buildings. They serve as an ambassador and advocate for the School.

Locations: Lincoln Square & Lincoln Park

Key Duties:

Manage program operations for the assigned shift. Ensure compliance with all OTS safety and operational protocols. Address concerns directly as they arise. Report issues to Operations and Education team managers
Serve as a resource for teachers
Ensure set up and break down of assigned location(s) as needed in accordance with OTS protocols including signage as needed
Manage the check-in processand direct participants to their locations
Track attendance and monitor the number of participants and caregivers where appropriate
Coordinate with operations management program management customer service and maintenance staff as needed
Oversee volunteer staff where appropriate
Ensure roomshave all the necessary equipment and teaching implements
Secure property and open/close building as needed
Ensurebuilding and rooms are in good order at the end of the shift and that equipment is returned to its appropriate place. Set alarm as needed.
Assist with administrative tasks as assigned such as room reservations data entry etc.

Qualifications:

Experience managing events
Experience with customer service and setting boundaries with participants
Experience working with children preferred
Familiarity with Google Suite
An understanding of COVID-19 safety protocols
Strong detail orientation and interpersonal skills
Ability to think on ones feet and adapt to changing situations
Ability to carry out emergency protocol in event of fire inclement weather or other crises
Access to a personal smartphone during shift
Available to work evenings and weekends

Physical requirements:

The position requires the ability to see hear sit stand walk reach push and pull. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds regularly and 30 pounds occasionally.

Discounts at the School and some voluntary benefits are available for part-time employees.

To be considered for this role please apply through our Career Center.

About Old Town School of Folk Music

Chicagos Old Town School of Folk Music (OTSFM) is the largest community school of the arts in the U.S. and a non-profit organization committed to celebrating American music and global cultures. Founded in 1957 Old Town School provides a wide range of music dance and arts courses to people of all ages abilities and backgrounds. Whatever ones interest Old Town School provides broad access to more than 700 weekly class offerings a broad array of private lessons and over 400 concerts and community events per year.

Old Town School of Folk Music opened its Lincoln Square facility in 1998 and expanded in 2012. The Old Town School operates two campuses located in Chicagos Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park neighborhoods that include world-class concert halls classrooms an award-winning music store and a music resource center. Online classes were introduced in 2020 and students from nearly every state and a dozen countries participated over the course of the pandemic. Childrens classes are also held at several suburban satellite locations. More information is available at

Equal Employment Opportunity

OTSFM is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. OTS strives to be an inclusive and equitable organization that is reflective of the diversity of the city of Chicago. We seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. This is critical to our success as a community focused organization.

Required Experience:

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The Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking a part-time Site Manager to oversee activities and ensure safe operations in OTS buildings. They serve as an ambassador and advocate for the School.Locations: Lincoln Square & Lincoln ParkKey Duties:Manage program operations for the assigned shift. Ensure...