Mannes Percussion, Student Assistant Specialist

newschool; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mannes School of Music seeks a motivated student to serve as Mannes Percussion, Student Assistant. You will help organize percussion equipment and support practice spaces and rehearsals on campus.

Reporting to the Program and Administration Manager, this on-campus role is ideal for students pursuing a career in orchestral percussion, arts administration, or higher education production. Prior knowledge of percussion equipment is a plus, and Federal Work Study eligibility is considered.

Qualifications

• Current percussion student in UG years 2-4 or MM/PDPL.
• Familiarity with percussion equipment preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize Mannes percussion equipment
• Assist with the management of percussion equipment
• Assist with the management of percussion practice space
• Basic percussion maintenance
• Support the Program and Administration Manager as needed
• Assist with percussion-specific setup and breakdown for rehearsals
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Percussion knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Mannes School of Music at the College of Performing Arts seeks a highly motivated student to serve as Mannes Percussion, Student Assistant. We're seeking an organized, driven, and responsible individual to support percussion-related activities within the Mannes School of Music & Production - Large Ensemble Area. This position reports to the Program and Administration Manager, Mannes School of Music and is an ideal position for students who are interested in a career in orchestral percussion, non-profit, higher education administration, or performing arts production.

This position is open to student applicants with Federal Work Study awards, as well as student applicants without a Federal Work Study award.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize Mannes Percussion Equipment
• Assist with the management of Percussion equipment
• Assist with the management of Percussion Practice Space
• Basic Percussion Maintenance
• Support the Program and Administration Manager, Mannes School of Music and Large Ensemble as needed
• Assist with percussion specific set up and break down for rehearsals
• Other additional duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Percussion student in their 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of UG study or MM / PDPL

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Recipient of Federal Work Study award
• General Knowledge of Percussion Equipment
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills

WORK MODE

On-Campus Position - Employees in this position are expected to work on-campus during regularly scheduled work hours due to the nature of the work being that which is not feasible, or not in the best interest of the organization, to be performed remotely. #LI-DNI

SALARY RANGE

• Hourly Rate: $17/hour
• Hours per Week: 5-10 Hours a Week

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities:

Manage and organize Mannes percussion equipment and practice spaces while performing routine instrument maintenance. Execute percussion-specific setups and breakdowns for rehearsals while providing support to the Program and Administration Manager and handling additional duties as assigned.