Department Manager, Technology and Applied Composition

Welcome to TAC! An incredibly creative and cutting-edge music program. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a department manager. As an essential member of the TAC Ops team, you will help to support our growing department and help to create an outstanding experience for students, faculty and fellow staff. You will play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Director in the day-to-day operations of the TAC program. If you are a self-motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a love for music technology and education, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of SFCM.Working closely with the Executive Director, the department manager is responsible for helping to maintain and support the daily operations of the TAC program with a focus on scheduling, production assistance and budget management. This position also helps to support our students and fosters academic and musical excellence, professional development, community, and diversity within the TAC Programs.Principal Duties and Responsibilities Perform general administrative tasks to support the efficient operation of the program, such as working with students, instructors, and staff to ensure the smooth implementation of organizational policies and procedures.Coordinate logistics pertaining to the Technology and Applied Composition department, as well as working closely with all other administrative departments at SFCMCreate and maintain comprehensive spreadsheets (e.g. Excel, Google Sheets) that track departmental expenses and outline year-end projections. This includes managing and coding receipts, processing expense reports, TAC faculty timesheets, and TAC guest honorarium agreements in coordination with the Executive DirectorSchedule TAC classes and assign professors to courses (as needed) in coordination with the Registrar and Executive Director, in addition to maintaining the TAC department calendar and TAC event listings in collaboration with the Production and Artistic Operations departmentsProvide coordination support for TAC departmental projects, recording sessions, guest lectures, department events, additional creative projectsActively manage social media accounts to expand community exposure and support year-long recruiting initiatives.Support the Executive Director, TAC, with recruiting and admissions endeavorsTrain, support, and manage TAC department student workersPerform other duties as neededSelf-motivated, demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and maturity under pressure, and anticipates and resolves problems with a positive, creative and friendly team-oriented demeanorHigh level of organizational ability, utmost attention to detail, and ability to set priorities and meet deadlinesEffective communication skills, both written and verbalA deep interest or passion for music, technology, education and student successExperience in spreadsheet management, proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Google SuiteCompetency with MacOS, Familiarity with Adobe Creative SuiteBachelor's degree or equivalent professional experienceAdditional Preferred Qualifications Experience in a similar role within an educational or arts organization.Familiarity with music education programs and curriculum.Audio and/or video production skills.Visual design, video production, and social media skills.Some level of familiarity with music and audio productionComfortable with public speakingBi/Multilingual How to ApplyWe prefer to receive applications through our website. This position will be posted until filled.About UsSFCM's mission is to transform our students: artistically, intellectually, professionally and individually. Through the study of music at the highest level, our students learn to seek achievement in every endeavor, to convert challenges into opportunities, to understand the nature of excellence, and to pursue their dreams with vigor and determination. We believe that inspiring the imagination, cultivating the artist, honing the intellect, and developing the professional are the keys to launching innovative graduates who excel in any field. SFCM is located in the heart of one of the world's most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields.Equal Opportunity EmployerSFCM is a fully committed equal employment opportunity institution and welcomes applications from all qualified persons, including those who consider themselves to be of a race, national origin or ancestry that is not fully represented in musical arts programs in the United States. Personnel decisions regarding applicants for employment are made without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), status as a Vietnam-era veteran or special disabled veteran, age, citizenship, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.PI241173353 Apply