Operations and Events Coordinator
The University of Memphis

Job Info

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Minimum Position Qualifications    
Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of appropriate experience. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education.

Special Conditions    
The department is especially interested in candidates with a background in operations/production for a performing arts organization or venue.
Work Schedule    
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Must have the ability to work flexible hours as needed, including some evenings and weekends.
Posting Date    06/27/2022
Closing Date    07/18/2022
Open Until Screening Begins    No
Hiring Range    $50,000-$55,000
Full-Time/Part-Time    Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions    
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Additional Working Conditions    
Special Instructions to Applicants    
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full time hours. Part time work experience will be prorated as listed.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Is this posting for UofM employees only?    No
Positions Supervised    
This position supervises operational support staff (student workers).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities    
Ability to multi-task and make operational decisions under pressure.

Professional experience working in live event production, crew, or production management.

Basic knowledge and understanding of live production, lighting, audio, musical instruments, and other musical equipment.

Ability to understand, plan and implement production needs and technical riders with detail and precision.

Flexibility and ability to work as part of a team in a complex, changing environment.

Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills.

Ability to effectively manage, train and lead a team of professional staff and student employees.

Additional Position Information    
Job Duties
Duties & Responsibilities    
Oversee and facilitate all aspects of SoM events, concert productions, and internal/external reservations including supervising all operations-based FTE staff.
    
Serve as the primary point of contact for SoM events and other events as assigned.
    
Communicate with visiting entities such as vendors, community partners, guest artists, and officials for assigned events and operation needs.
    
Work closely with various departments to ensure operations run efficiently including serving as the primary point of contact for procurement of goods and services, maintaining rental agreements, organizing bids for new equipment, and coordinating repairs, shipments, and purchases.
    
Secure equipment, transportation, spaces, and instruments as necessary for all ensemble operation needs.
    
Oversee ticket operations and logistics including coordinating box office staffing.
Duties & Responsibilities    
Other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have any interest in teaching events operation and management to students? Please list any prior experience, if applicable.
(Open Ended Question)

* If applicable, please list any experience you have managing a team.
(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Teaching Philosophy
References List

Follow this link to apply: https://workforum.memphis.edu/postings/32117

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