Operations Manager of the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

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Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Operations Manager of the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center Posting Number NFE02330P Department SDSU-Performing Arts Center Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text

Do you thrive in the fast-paced world of performing arts? Are you passionate about ensuring seamless operations behind the curtain? The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center at South Dakota State University (SDSU) seeks a collaborative, tech-savvy, people-centered, customer focused leader for the role of Operations Manager. Reporting to the Larson Family Endowed Director, the Operations Manager is responsible for logistical and technical event support, scheduling, and client services, recruiting, training, and supervising student event staff, building, facility, and equipment management. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art performing arts center that is the home for concerts, theatrical and dance performances, and special events. The Oscar's mission is to engage its community and foster collaboration by hosting artistic, educational, and cultural experiences that enrich lives, promote lifelong learning in and through the performing arts, and serve as a gateway between SDSU and the greater community.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Operations Manager role blends hands-on engagement and managerial oversight and requires the ability to demonstrate a mastery of all technical aspects of performing arts center production. The Operations Manager is responsible for the planning and effective execution of events held in the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center through facilities management, accurate scheduling, strong customer service, clear communication with internal and external clients, and the hiring, training, and supervising of student event staff. The Operations Manager must follow and facilitate The Oscar's event and operational processes and procedures.

BENEFITS:

South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in Theater, Arts Administration, Hospitality Management, Facilities Management, or another field clearly related to performing arts center operations management completed by date of application;

* Experience in technical theater or event management strongly preferred;

* Experience with theatrical and/or sound/video/livestream technology;

* Knowledge of and experience working within state health and safety standards;

* Previous supervisory/mentoring experience, preferably in an educational or performing arts setting;

* Project or workflow management experience including the ability to successfully follow and facilitate policies, processes, and procedures;

* Strong oral and written communication skills;

* Ability to work within an established budget;

* Previous inventory management;

* Strong time management and multitasking capabilities;

* Strong attention to detail and customer focus skills; and

* Ability to lift and carry materials weighing between 50-100 pounds on a daily basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Advanced degree in Theater, Arts Administration, Hospitality Management, Facilities Management, or another field clearly related to performing arts center operations management;

* Three or more years of practical work experience in technical theater or event management; and

* Three or more years of supervisory/mentoring experience, preferably in an educational or performing arts setting.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university's verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date 04/24/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 05/17/2024 Advertised Salary The minimum salary for the Operations Manager position is $47,000. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours

Minimum of 40 hours per week; days, nights, and weekend hours as dictated by event/performance schedule. Work hours to be documented/forecasted on rolling two week basis to ensure appropriate schedule.

Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Weekends/Holidays, Other If other, please indicate schedule will fluctuate week to week based on scheduled events Department Description and Cultural Expectations

South Dakota State University is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

The Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art performing arts center that is the home for concerts, theatrical and dance performances, special events.

Department Mission:

The Oscar's mission is to engage its community and foster collaboration by hosting artistic, educational, and cultural experiences that enrich lives, promote lifelong learning in and through the performing arts, and serve as a gateway between SDSU and the greater community.

Department Vision:

The Oscar is committed to providing world-class facilities, technologies, and event support for experiences including concerts, theatrical productions, dance performances, lectures, recordings, and special events for the SDSU campus, community, and region while supporting the development of programs and groups dedicated to educating, entertaining, and serving performing arts patrons.

Department Core Values:

* Creativity: Celebrating the performing arts and its ability to be creative, innovative, and transformative.

* Stewardship: Setting the standard of world-class facilities, operations, and guest experiences.

* Community: Creating community and fostering collaboration within the performing arts.

* People-Centered: Establishing a culture where people of all talents and skills are celebrated, from world-renowned artists to those just beginning their creative exploration.

* Inclusion: Providing everyone the opportunity to experience the creative energy, anticipation, excitement, and joy of live performance.

* Excellence: Supporting the pursuit of greatness for individuals and their work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information

For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Corey Shelsta at 605-688-5188 or Corey.Shelsta@sdstate.edu.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Physical Requirements

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Sensory Requirements

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Working Conditions & Exposures

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Working Environment

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