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SUMMARY: Serves as front-line representative of the Oregon Symphony to the public, generating revenue through outbound sales and fundraising calls.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

• Sell Oregon Symphony (OSA) concert subscriptions, tickets and memberships by phone at the facility provided by the OSA, from leads furnished by the OSA.
• Develop and be able to utilize a detailed working knowledge of concert event information, program content, target audience profiles, membership benefits and donor events.
• Develop and be able to utilize a working knowledge of seating sections and pricing at Symphony venues.
• Develop competency in Tessitura database software to process orders, receive donations and review constituent data.
• Participate in sales campaigns as directed by the Teleservices Manager and Patron Services Manager.
• On leads furnished by the OSA, generate a minimum of 15 sales calls per hour during each hour of the assigned shift.
• Use an organized bring-up system on all call-backs to ensure best and most efficient sales strategy.
• Promptly follow up on all leads furnished.
• Function as a member of the Patron Services Team, providing support to other Team members as well as assisting in the training of new staff.
• Attend weekly Team Meetings.
• Accurately complete all necessary records and paperwork on time.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information and leads provided by the OSA as proprietary to the OSA.
• Represent the OSA with integrity, handling all business related to the OSA and its employees and patrons courteously, professionally and in an efficient and confidential manner.
• Teleservices PSRs are also required to assist the operation of the Ticket Office in the following areas:
  1. Be available to work a minimum of 1 concert or ticket office shift per month.
  2. Assist the ticket office during peak sales times, as assigned and when available within their weekly 29.75 hour maximum.
  3. Spend a portion of each shift handling inbound calls from the ticket office queue, taking inbound calls from 6–9 pm and at other times as directed.

REQUIRED HOURS / WORK SCHEDULE: The call-center is open from 1–9 pm, Monday through Friday. Teleservices PSRs must regularly work the prime calling hours of 5–9 pm, Monday through Thursday, to be of maximum effectiveness. In addition, PSRs are expected to work some Friday shifts as directed by Teleservices Manager. Friday shifts begin no later than 6 pm and continue until 9 pm.

PSRs must work at least four days per week, working a minimum of 20 hours and a maximum of 29.75 hours per week. Ticket-office and concert shifts do not count towards these minimums. Additional hours, up to 40 per week, may be allocated at peak times during the Season, but only with prior approval of the Vice-President of Marketing.

Scheduling is flexible, but all changes require prior approval by the Teleservices Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience: HS diploma and 1-2 years sales experience preferred.
• Language Skills: Ability to quickly learn to pronounce foreign names of composers, compositions and artists.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to accurately add, subtract, multiply and calculate discount percentages.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: Ability to quickly learn and use Tessitura database/ticketing software, working proficiency in Microsoft Outlook. Training in Tessitura is provided and two weeks’ proficiency period is given.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Availability to work the required schedule and hours; excellent customer service and sales skills; exceptional communication and good organizational skills; dependability.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Appreciation for live symphonic music a plus.

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills – Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; exhibits confidence in self and others.
• Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ethics – Inspires respect and trust and treats everyone with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; promotes a harassment-free environment; observes safety and security procedures; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Motivation – Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Quality and Quantity – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Dependability – Is consistently at work and on time; follows instructions, responds to management direction.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus in order to use computer monitor. When assigned to concert duty, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts such as computer printers. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org. No phone inquiries, please.
Position is open until filled.

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SUMMARY: The Assistant Stage Manager is responsible for supporting the Stage Manager in the day-to-day physical operation of the Oregon Symphony and presentations by the Oregon Symphony Association including staging, set-ups and strikes; the moving, acquisition, storage and maintenance of Orchestra equipment, whether owned or rented; and management of the stage for all services, including the calling of all performances; Coordinates equipment and monitors hall conditions to meet the needs of the OSA, the orchestra, conductor, and soloists during services; under the supervision of the Stage Manager helps in creating and implementing  procedures for timely and effective implementation of performance-related requirements; Responsible for the preparation and appearance of the stage for OSA performances;  Assists in the planning and execution of projects and special events as determined by the Stage Manager and the Director of Operations  by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Is present at all orchestra services and presentations, as scheduled by the Stage Manager.  The Assistant Stage Manager may at times be scheduled in place of the Stage Manager with the approval of the Director of Operations.  Assists the Stage Manager to oversee logistics necessary for rehearsals and performances, pre-concert lectures, auditions and related events.

2. Assists the Stage Manager to supervise, implement, and coordinate the set-up of the Orchestra according to the daily schedule, Collective Bargaining Agreement requirements, and needs of the OSA, conductor, orchestra and artists.  Manages necessary set changes in collaboration with the Stage Manager, Concert Manager, Orchestra Personnel Manager, Conductors, Guest Artists, sound and light technicians, stagehands and musicians.

3. Ensures the safety and comfort of the performers and audience (as related to stage activity). Coordinates and monitors hall safety and environmental functions with the on-site engineer in all venues.  Reports all hall problems and resolutions to the appropriate venue personnel, Stage Manager, Concert Manager and Orchestra Personnel Manager.

4. Accommodates the needs of orchestra personnel, conductors, and guest artists in a timely and cordial fashion. Assists musicians with individual stage, equipment, and lighting and sound needs as appropriate at all services.

5. Will at times supervises the activities of stagehands and of the sound and light technicians in place of the Stage Manager.  At these times, supervises IATSE stagehands during services and ensures that all calls are conducted in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between PCPA and IATSE.  Serves as working member of the crew.

6. Assists the Stage Manager and the Concert Manager, manages off-site situations that may arise during a service related to the instruments, stage set-up, hall or guest artists.

7. Assists the Stage Manager to purchases, store, maintain, inventory, and transport orchestra equipment. Rents necessary instruments and equipment as authorized by the event producer.

 8. Rents necessary vehicles for instrument and/or equipment transport and transports rental equipment as needed.  Drives the truck as needed.  Accompanies tour producer on pre-tour site visits, as needed.

 9. In coordination with, or in the absence of, the Stage Manager insures that the concert stage set-up is visually attractive and physically correct.  Directs stage operations for those performances, calling the sequence of each performance, insuring that concerts start on time and run smoothly.

10. Arrives at the service site in order to ensure that the stage is set and ready to receive musicians no later than forty-five minutes prior to the scheduled start of the service.  Arrives in time to insure the smooth, on time start of pre-concert talks and performances.   

11. Drives, travels with, or precedes the Orchestra equipment truck to all services in and out of town, as scheduled.

12. Works closely with the Stage Manager and Concert Manager to ensure safe, efficient, cost-effective and smooth operations.

13. When acting in place of the Stage Manager, checks with the assigned Concert Manager before concerts and before leaving the concert location at the close of any performance.

14. Attends staff production meetings, as scheduled.  Serves as a member of the Artistic Operations Team of the OSA.

15. Performs other duties as assigned by the Stage Manager and the Director of Operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

Assists the Stage Manager to directly supervise deck hands. Carries out some supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work.
 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience – Three to Five years' experience with stage operations and a working knowledge of stage equipment, maintenance of same, as well as sound and lighting operations.           
• Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.                                           
• Mathematical Skills  - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals in order to accurately report and verify stagehands' and crew payrolls.                    
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.                                           
• Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn Internet software; Email; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.                     
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Valid Oregon or Washington driver's license (non-commercial); good driving record. 
  
  

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Travel required when orchestra is on tour.

REPRESENTATIONS:  This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by IATSE Local 28.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Acute safety consciousness and alert, quick reactions necessary to handle unexpected and potentially hazardous situations; ability to work effectively and diplomatically with diverse personalities, including orchestra musicians, ability to direct stage personnel with authority, efficiency and professionalism, represents the OSA with the highest standards of professionalism at all times, including the secure handling of equipment; good communication and excellent organizational skills; positive, confident manner; sense of humor.

COMPETENCIES:  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

• Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Anticipates and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Develops work flows and procedures; Coordinates projects; Completes projects on time and budget; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer (internal and external) situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Remains open to others' ideas.
• Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Communicates changes promptly and effectively; Supports those affected by change; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Generates suggestions for improving work; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Leads by positive example; effectively influences actions and opinions of others, Inspires respect and trust.
• Managing People and Delegation - Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes and services; Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Sets expectations and monitors delegated tasks.
• Cost Consciousness - Understands financial implications of decisions; Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Judgment - Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Ethics and Professionalism - Treats everyone with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Responds well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.
• Quality and Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Measures self against standard of excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Applies feedback to improve performance; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and safely move orchestra and stage equipment; finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org. No phone inquiries, please. Position is open until filled.

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The Annual Fund Director is a new leadership position within the development department. The position will be one of three direct reports to the Vice President for Development. The Director will supervise some staff, with oversight for the pipeline for individual giving and the business operations of the department.

The Annual Fund Director Candidate will have 3-plus years of experience in annual fund work with experience in database management, segmentation, MOVES management, and donor communication. Our candidate is looking for an opportunity to gain experience in supervision, goal-setting and focusing their detail-oriented skills on a systems approach to development. 

The successful candidate will step into this newly upgraded position at an exciting time. In FY17, we set a new record with $8.4 million in contributed revenue, up more than 9% year-over-year, and 2% above an aggressive goal. Our annual gala has set records for four consecutive years, with gross proceeds exceeding $1 million in both 2017 and 2018. The Board leads by example, sustaining a level of significant investment that has been an integral element of our success.

 

SUMMARY: The Annual Fund Director is responsible for oversight of annual fund, events, and operations of the Development program. Position focuses on two primary areas of responsibility:

1. Combined annual portfolio valued at $1M+:

• Supervision of Annual Giving Manager with portfolio of direct mail, email, and telefunding programs totaling $500K+ annually from outreach to donors and prospects up to $999
• Supervision of part-time Gift Officer with portfolio of donors and donor prospects between $1,000 and $2,499 totaling $200K+ annually
• Personal portfolio valued at $500K+ (specific goal to be factored each year) comprised of donors and donor prospects between $2,500 and $5,000+

 2. Oversight for the business operation of the Development program:

• Supervision of Development Associate, who executes all aspects of gift processing (daily mail, deposit, gift entry, batch reports and review, acknowledgments)
• Supervision of Events Coordinator, who designs and executes donor events, meetings, and other related programs
• Oversight and Improvement of fundraising systems, including Tessitura database usage, coordination with Finance, IT, Production and other administrators. May include: reporting, forecasting, and reconciliation, list building and queries, budget management, supervision of subcontracted services as needed
• Quality-manage process and documentation to ensure thoughtful stewardship as well as smooth operation, efficiency, and compliance with applicable law and best practice
• Position requires the flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed during concert season.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pipeline development of donors from $100 to $5,000+, collaborating as needed with the VP for Development on goal setting, campaign strategies, and prospect identification methods.
• Donor Portfolio ($2,500 - $5,000+ range), developing individual strategies for each donor to ensure regular contact with appropriate Symphony representatives.
• Supervise Annual Giving Manager, part time Gift Officer, Events Coordinator, Development Associate, and subcontractors as needed to meet annual fund goals.
• Provide leadership and oversight to develop and ensure robust processes for gift coding and entry, acknowledgment, pledge tracking and invoicing, program book donor listings, donor stewardship program, and other key operational elements.
• Establish and maintain complete, timely, and accurate record-keeping in Tessitura for all direct reports and personal portfolio.
• Take responsibility to ensure accurate gift entry, acknowledgments, and pledge invoices for donors in assigned portfolio, and oversee direct reports in doing so.
• When requested, assist in providing staff support to board development committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree plus 3-5 years’ experience in Development, specifically with annual fund campaigns and leadership annual giving; OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Evidence of ability to achieve goals. 
• Strong leadership and organizational skills; self-starter; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; ability to effectively manage and grow relationships. 
• Outstanding communication skills, both interpersonal and written; excellent customer service focus and skills; ability to interact effectively and empathetically, and build rapport, with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
• Robust knowledge of use and applications of a donor database software, and of Excel and other programs in the Microsoft Office suite, are essential. Experience with Tessitura a plus.
• Quantitative and logic skills; ability to budget and forecast with accuracy. Positive, imaginative, and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Sense of humor required. Passion for live symphonic music a plus. 

All inquiries should be directed to Nonprofit Professionals Now (503-274-1977). Application deadline: August 19, 2018. 

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Part Time – Hourly, Represented (IATSE Local 28)

The Oregon Symphony Association utilizes four lead crew members throughout the performance season.  The role of these individuals is to support the Stage Manager, Assistant Stage Manager, and the Concert Managers in planning and executing rehearsals, performances, auditions, and other community or internal events where it pertains to stage work; specifically in regards to the setting and striking of staging, and transporting and setting instruments and related orchestral equipment. These events happen at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, as well as Willamette University in Salem, Baumann Auditorium in Newberg, and various other venues including primary, secondary schools and other community venues. Having experience and strengths in at least one of the following areas are essential for this position - stage lighting, audio reinforcement, and orchestral percussion equipment.

SUMMARY: The Lead Stage Employee provides technical and logistical support for theatrical events and presentations. Duties include, but are not limited to: moving, installing, operating and disassembling scenery, props, lighting, sound and video equipment, as well as handling and applying costumes and wigs.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Installation and operation of production elements

2. Construction, placing and hanging of scenery and curtains

3. Rigging of theaters

4. Operating and maintaining all paraphernalia of theaters

5. Repairing and operating stage scenery, curtains, properties

6. Repairing and operating public address systems, intercom and In-house video monitoring apparatus

7. Repairing and operating lighting systems, projection systems, etc.

8. Maintaining; cleaning; drying; pressing; sorting; handling; distributing; hanging; unpacking; repacking; repairing costume items

9. The general supervision of all items of costumes, wardrobe and costume/wardrobe accessories

10. Assisting in the dressing of and making changes for all performers, and in creating hairstyles, styling and dressing, hair and Wigs

11. Other duties incidental to or necessary for the performance of the foregoing

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience – High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 3 years of experience in professional theatrical type work and a working knowledge of stage equipment, maintenance of same, as well as sound and lighting operations.                       
• Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.
• Mathematical Skills  - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals             
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.     
• Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn; Email; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations - Valid Oregon or Washington driver's license (non-commercial); good driving record.
• Scheduling - Commitment first and foremost to the OSA for the duration of the 38 week performance season from September through May. Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Travel required when orchestra is on tour.
  
  

REPRESENTATIONS:  This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by IATSE Local 28.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Acute safety consciousness and alert, quick reactions necessary to handle unexpected and potentially hazardous situations; ability to work effectively and diplomatically with diverse personalities, including orchestra musicians, efficiency and professionalism, represents the OSA with the highest standards of professionalism at all times, including the secure handling of equipment; good communication and excellent organizational skills; positive, confident manner; sense of humor.

COMPETENCIES:  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies

• Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Anticipates and resolves problems in a timely manner; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer (internal and external) situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Remains open to others' ideas.
• Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Communicates changes promptly and effectively; Supports those affected by change; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Generates suggestions for improving work; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Sets a Good Example - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Leads by positive example; effectively influences actions and opinions of others, Inspires respect and trust.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Judgment - Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Ethics and Professionalism - Treats everyone with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Responds well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.
• Quality and Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Measures self against standard of excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Applies feedback to improve performance; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, individually or as part of a team, to successfully perform the essential functions of this Job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For the purposes of this job description, “seldom” shall mean less than 5% of work shift, “occasionally” shall mean 6-33% of the work shift, 'frequently' shall mean 34–66% of work shift, and “continuously” shall mean 67–100% of work shift.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and safely move orchestra and stage equipment; finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Sitting, standing and/or walking frequently, for 3-6 hours
• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently, unassisted; lift up to 75 pounds occasionally, typically assisted
• Carry up to 50 pounds frequently, unassisted; carry up to 75 pounds occasionally, typically assisted
• Push/pull up to 500 pounds frequently, typically on wheels
• Do the following occasionally, as tasks require:
  • Stand, Bend, Twist, Crouch, Kneel, Crawl, Walk on an uneven surface, Walk backwards, around obstacles or stairs, while carrying objects, Climb stairs, Climb ladders, Work at heights, Reach above shoulder height, Use arms and wrists, Grasp, Squeeze…
• Do the following frequently or continuously, as tasks require:
  • Walk on a level surface
  • Use hands
• Work in the following environments continuously for shift:
  • Inside
  • Moderately Dusty
• Work in the following environments frequently during shift:
  • Moderate to severe noise
  • Moderate to severe darkness
• Work in the following environments occasionally during shift:
  • Outside
  • Moderate to extreme heat, up to 95'
  • Moderate to extreme cold, down to 30'
    
    

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@orsymphony.org. No phone inquiries, please. Position is open until filled.

 

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