Orchestra Logistics & Student Manager (Campus & Tours)

St. Olaf College; Northfield (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN invites applications for the St. Olaf Orchestra Student Manager (WS-ST3). This on-campus student employee role supports rehearsal and concert logistics and provides year-round leadership as a member of the St. Olaf Orchestra Council.

Responsibilities include arranging chairs, stands, and instruments, supervising student crews for rehearsals and performances, coordinating communications with staff and conductor, and assisting with auditions as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and positive, flexible problem solving.
• Knowledge of orchestral stage configurations and equipment.
• Understanding scheduling for truck transfers, set-ups, rehearsals, and performances.

Responsibilities

• Set chairs, stands, and instruments for weekly rehearsals.
• Schedule and supervise student crews for on-campus dress rehearsals and performances.
• Supervise student crews for off-campus dress rehearsals and performances.
• Manage communication with Music Organizations staff, Music Department staff, conductor, and ensemble members.
• Drive the college-owned truck for on-campus performances.
• Assist with auditions as needed/directed by the conductor.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organization

Responsibility

Anticipate problems

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Motivate

Job description

St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN invites applications for the St. Olaf Orchestra Student Manager (WS-ST3). This on-campus student employee role supports rehearsal and concert logistics and provides year-round leadership as a member of the St. Olaf Orchestra Council.

Responsibilities include arranging chairs, stands, and instruments, supervising student crews for rehearsals and performances, coordinating communications with staff and conductor, and assisting with auditions as needed.