Concert & Performance Programs Operations Manager

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago’s Department of Music is seeking a Manager of Performance Program Operations to oversee production and logistics for 100+ concerts and events. You will serve as a key liaison with PP Directors, venue partners, and campus collaborators to ensure smooth performance operations.

The role includes scheduling, pre-planning, and managing a robust student workforce and a part-time operations assistant, shared with University of Chicago Presents, with responsibilities for auditions,

Responsibilities

• Manages a comprehensive calendar of Department of Music activities, resolving date conflicts and event overlaps; schedules concerts, rehearsals, and events across campus with technical support and staffing.
• Co-manages a part-time operations assistant; hires, trains, and supervises student employees for front-of-house, technical, and logistical needs.
• Oversees operational logistics for Fulton Recital Hall performances and occasional faculty projects, rentals, and recording sessions; manages venue policies and contracts for outside rentals.
• Directs the annual audition period scheduling for PP Directors; supports music lesson awards auditions mid-fall and coordinates the Concerto Competition mid-winter.
• Coordinates Tea-Time Concert Series scheduling; arranges local professional musicians as needed and supports community engagement initiatives.
• Schedules piano tuning for PP and Fulton Hall events and maintains records of instrument acquisitions, loans, and instrument storage.

Job description

University of Chicago’s Department of Music is seeking a Manager of Performance Program Operations to oversee production and logistics for 100+ concerts and events. You will serve as a key liaison with PP Directors, venue partners, and campus collaborators to ensure smooth performance operations.

The role includes scheduling, pre-planning, and managing a robust student workforce and a part-time operations assistant, shared with University of Chicago Presents, with responsibilities for auditions,