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Performing Arts Operations

The Performing Arts Operations Specialist supports the planning, operation, community engagement, educational initiatives, and fund-raising of a performing arts facility/program; oversees the performance schedule, generates marketing materials and communication plans, and supports a diverse array of programming.

• Conduct day-to-day operations of a performing arts facility/program
• Provide support to strategic planning, contract and policy development, and resource generation and allocation
• Participate in the development of programming including but not limited to performances, presentations, exhibitions, productions, audience services, ticketing services, marketing, and financial processing
• Implement procedures to accommodate presentations and performances
• Manage projects and events; oversee the promotion of events
• Engage in marketing activities, which may include graphic and website design
• Ensure facilities are maintained; establish and maintain relationship with internal resources for maintenance support
• Initiate and maintain relationships with University community, guest presenters/performances, and external audiences
• Participate in fund-raising activities; write and assist with the preparation of grants
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– None

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Typically none

Problem Solving:

– Encounters routine problems
– Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems

Independence of Action:

– Work is closely monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are provided
– Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation

Communication and Collaboration:

– Typically communicates internally within working unit
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing

• Comp Grade – 7
• Minimum – $46,400.00
• MidPoint – $56,800.00
• Maximum – $67,300.00

• Community engagement
• Fundraising
• Grant writing
• Graphic design
• Marketing
• Operations management
• Presentation Skills
• Procedure development
• Program management
• Prospect research
• Scheduling
• Strategic Planning