The following positions are currently open at the Longy School of Music of Bard College. Information on how to apply is included within each posting.
LONGY SCHOOL OF MUSIC OF BARD COLLEGE-COMMUNITY PROGRAMS: Community Programs Manager (Posted May 15, 2012) Information
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Orchestra Conductor of the Repertory Chamber Orchestra (Posted April 11, 2012) Information
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS MANAGER: This full-time position in the Community Programs at the Longy School of Music of Bard College will manage all aspects of the Community Programs organization and day-to-day functioning. By working closely with the Director of Community Programs, the Manager will assist in all operational aspects of the department including all on-site programming as well as reaching out to create programs in the community to serve and fulfill our mission of preparing musicians to make a difference in the world. Ability to work on Saturdays is a must.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Operations
Coordinate the day-to-day running of the program including correspondence, maintaining files, and working with database in correspondence with the Community Programs Registrar.
Manage and oversee Saturday daily activities, including answering questions from faculty, students, and visitors.
Supervise and coordinate work of student employees.
Ensure smooth functioning of the Community Programs.
Conduct student and faculty evaluations.
Communication
Collaborating with Director of Community Programs and the communications department to market and advertise community programs effectively
Respond to inquiries and concerns from parents, students, faculty, and other constituents.
Provide administrative support for various divisional activities, including production and management of monthly newsletters for faculty and students/parents, handbooks, flyers, and department mailings
Coordinate the maintenance of the Preparatory and Continuing Studies portions of the Longy School of Music of Bard College website.
Concerts and Events
Manage and oversee production of all Community Programs recitals, which includes hosting concerts, production of concert program, coordination of rehearsals with accompanist and communication to students and faculty as needed.
Event coordination and scheduling (and publication which includes Open House, Petting Zoos, Family Series Concerts, Evaluations, Auditions, workshops, outreach events/concerts, community performances, etc).
Program Development
Serve as administrative coordinator for all of Longys summer programs.
Collaborate with Director of Community Programs, develop and implement new programs as needed.
Assist Director in outreach initiatives with community organizations and businesses to create strategic partnerships for programs and initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Position requires a Bachelors degree and three to five years of experience working in a community music program with management experience. All applicants must be available to work Saturdays, as well as, occasional evenings and Sundays as needed throughout the year.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Strategic thinker with superior organizational skills and strong attention to details.
Excellent and proven supervisory skills
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Highly self-motivated and goal oriented.
Superior interpersonal skills; ability to motivate and inspire a wide range of individuals
Collaborative working style; ability to work well in a team-oriented workplace.
Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Music background preferred or experience in community music school
Strong computer skills
TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, CV or resume, and the names and phone numbers of three references to Miriam Eckelhoefer, Director of Preparatory and Continuing Studies, Longy School of Music of Bard College, 27 Garden St., Cambridge, MA 02138 or miriam.eckelhoefer@longy.edu. Screening of applicants begins immediately. The position is available June 4, 2012.
ABOUT LONGY:
Founded in 1915, Longy School of Music of Bard College is a conservatory and school of preparatory and continuing education located near Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The School has an outstanding faculty of 150 teachers providing instruction for approximately 1300 students in a vibrant, intimate and innovative academic setting. Longy is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, and the National Association of Schools of Music. For more information, visit Longy on the web at www.longy.edu.
The Longy School of Music of Bard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or age.
