Temporary Five-Week Office Assistant

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,307; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious music institution in Boston is seeking a temporary employee to support daily operations of its music performance program. Responsibilities include assisting program participants, preparing music, and providing logistical support. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, proficiency in Mac and PC, and experience with music notation software. This position offers $22/hr with flexible hours from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, and is a fantastic opportunity to engage in the music education field.

Responsibilities

• Respond to questions from program participants, parents, and staff.
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Five-Week Satellite Office.
• Prepare, copy, and organize written music for faculty.
• Prepare and duplicate CDs for program use.
• Provide instrumental support in program-related classes as needed.

Skills

Proficiency with both Mac and PC platforms

Experience with music notation software (e.g., Finale)

Strong customer service background

Excellent communication skills

Solid clerical and administrative skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Experience with CD duplication

Basic audio editing technology

Competency as a rhythm section instrumentalist

Job description

Overview

Job Description: This position offers an exciting opportunity to support the preparation and daily operations of Berklee’s Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive through assisting with the operation of the Aspire: Five-Week Satellite Office. In addition to handling essential administrative tasks that help the program to run smoothly - such as preparing charts and distributing schedules - you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with Berklee faculty and prospective students in a variety of on-campus settings.

Pay Rate: $22/hr at 30 hours a week

Schedule: 9a - 5p Monday through Friday, with a paid hour for lunch from 1p - 2p

Requirements and Qualifications

• Proficiency with both Mac and PC platforms
• Experience with music notation software (e.g., Finale)
• Strong customer service background and excellent communication skills
• Solid clerical and administrative skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with CD duplication and basic audio editing technology (preferred)
• Competency as a rhythm section instrumentalist (helpful)

Responsibilities

• Respond to questions from program participants, parents, Five-Week faculty, and related staff via email, phone, and in person
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Five-Week Satellite Office
• Prepare, copy, and organize written music for Aspire faculty
• Prepare and duplicate CDs for program use
• Provide instrumental support in program-related ensemble classes as needed (if applicable)

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

About Berklee’s Pre-College, Online, And Professional Programs Division

Berklee’s division of Pre-College, Online, and Professional Programs (POPP) is at the forefront of contemporary music education worldwide, serving more than 3.5 million students to date. Currently comprising Berklee Online, Berklee Summer Programs, and Berklee Press, POPP is shaping the key players of tomorrow’s music industry through innovative study in performance, production, business, theater, dance, and more. Students emerge from programs with a professional portfolio, practical job skills, and a strong sense of community. Through internationally acclaimed online courses and degree programs, intensive summer programs and workshops, textbooks that are the definitive source on their subjects, and emerging K-12 offerings, POPP brings the best of Berklee to students all over the world, no matter their ability, background, or level of experience.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

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Employee Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)