AY Jazz Student Manager (WS-ST3)

Job Title: St. Olaf Jazz 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 tour locations.

Department Name: Music Department

Unit Number (5 digits): 11230

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor: Director of Jazz Ensembles

Wage Range: $12:50-13.00/hour

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

To assist Jazz Orchestra Jazz Ensemble and Jazz chamber groups with rehearsal and concert logistics.

Transferable Skills:

• Communication

• Attention to Detail

• Organization

• Responsibility

• Ability to anticipate problems

• Troubleshooting

• Collaboration

• Motivation

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set chairs stands equipment and instruments for weekly rehearsals for all jazz ensembles

• Schedule and supervise student crews for on-campus dress rehearsals and performances for all jazz ensembles

• Supervise student crews for off-campus dress rehearsals and performances

• Manage communication with Music Organizations staff Music Department staff conductor and ensemble members for all jazz ensembles.

• Create packing list and arrange transportation of chairs stands equipment and instruments between CHM and concert venue

• Drive the college-owned truck for on-campus performances for all jazz ensembles

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

• Knowledge of jazz band stage configurations

• Knowledge of jazz band equipment and instruments

• Knowledge of scheduling practices for truck transfers stage set-ups and tear-downs rehearsals and performances for all jazz ensembles

• Knowledge of student crew organization

• Active St. Olaf College-Approved Driver

Physical and Environmental Factors:

This position requires crouching stooping climbing/balancing reaching overhead grasping/handling pushing/pulling lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs. and driving to perform the essential functions. It also requires exposure to loud noise extreme cold and heights or cramped quarters as well as rare exposure to respiratory factors chemicals vibrations wet or humid conditions indoors extreme heat and proximity hazards to perform the essential functions. Protective equipment is required for some essential functions. Candidates must possess the ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.