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Temporary Music Program Administrative Assistant

Position Number: 6545956
Location: Seattle, WA
Position Type: Fine and Applied Arts - Music

Temporary Music Program Administrative Assistant

Seattle University

Temporary Music Program Administrative Assistant

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Months Per Year: 10

Employment Status: Temporary Part-Time

Work Model: Hybrid Eligible*

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Seattle University's Core Competencies

Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.

Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.

Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.

Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.

Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description

Reporting to the Music Program Director and part of the Seattle University Department of Performing Arts & Arts Leadership, this position provides essential operational support to the Music Program and the BA Interdisciplinary Arts in Music degree.

About the Program:

Seattle University Music is part of the Performing Arts and Arts Leadership Department in the College of Arts and Sciences, which includes Music, Theater, and Arts Leadership. SU Music serves a broad cross-section of students and community members from all disciplines and supports the BA Interdisciplinary Arts in Music degree program with specializations in both vocal and instrumental music. The program encompasses three choral ensembles and a wide range of music courses, including music theory, ear training, music history, group piano, world music, chamber music, sound & audio production, and more. Private lessons are offered in voice, guitar, piano, and strings. With a vibrant calendar of performances, guest artists, and collaborations each year, we are a community of active scholar-artist-teachers committed to providing transformational artistic and educational experiences to the Seattle University community.

Responsibilities / Duties:

Provide administrative and operational support services to the director, faculty, and students of the Seattle University Music Program.

Maintain a regular tuning schedule for approximately twenty-six departmental pianos, staying within budget for tunings and repairs.

Field inquiries about piano donations, evaluating instruments for quality and sustainability. For instruments accepted for donation, arrange transport with the owner, piano movers, Campus Safety, and Parking Services. Submit appropriate paperwork (appraisal, donation form, etc.) with the University Development office.

Coordinate with Residential Housing to relocate usable but unwanted pianos to the dorms.

Attend Performing Arts & Arts Leadership Departmental meetings. Support Music Program meetings, send reminders, and record, write, and distribute minutes. Track the completion of tasks assigned during meetings.

Develop and/or update department promotional materials and keep copies available at all times.

Coordinate logistics for program events, including creating concert programs, posters, flyers; assisting with livestream coordination; securing room reservations, catering orders, and guest parking; as well as assisting with advertising and overseeing day-of-event activities.

Oversee maintenance and management of choral library sheet music holdings, storage, and organization.

Work with the program director to manage student workers (choral librarians, social media manager, crew, communications officers, etc.).

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Work is performed in a classroom or office setting. Option for flexible/remote administrative work. Minimal local travel to concert sites.

Qualifications

High school diploma and three or more years of previous administrative support experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Ability to knowledgeably assess the quality and condition of campus-owned and potential donated pianos, making informed decisions about their maintenance, placement, and care.

Experience handling logistics for meetings and events, including guest parking, advertising, catering, and overseeing day-of-event activities.

Demonstrated ability to form and maintain productive working relationships with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Skills in managing competing deadlines and self-initiating tasks while maintaining a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and a warm and welcoming environment.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to proof and correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation in promotional materials and communications.

Intermediate fluency with MS Word, Outlook, Canva, and social media post management.

Preference for candidates with a background in music and experience supervising task-oriented student workers for short and long-term goals.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance

Salary Range: $25 per hour

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.

Hybrid Eligible

This position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule after successful completion of an introductory work period of 3-6 months. This may mean that a hybrid eligible role will begin on-campus initially and then will transition to hybrid format following onboarding and training. Flexible work plans are subject to periodic review and may be changed or terminated at any time for any reason at the university's discretion.

To apply, please visit: https://seattleu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/8/home/requisition/2910?c=seattleu