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Performing Arts Operations Specialist – Professional (PSU2155)

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Performing Arts Operations



Job Summary

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.

Representative Duties

  • 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 Matrix

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
Salary Structure
  • Comp Grade – 7
  • Minimum – $46,400.00
  • MidPoint – $56,800.00
  • Maximum – $67,300.00
FLSA Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience
No prior relevant work experience required
Equivalency
Previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education
Additional Job Requirements