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
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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.