Assistant Manager, Dodge Performing Arts Center

St. Mary's College of Maryland at Historic St. Mary's City is accepting resumes for the position of Assistant Manager, Dodge Performing Arts Center . The Assistant Manager assists in the oversight of all music and theater performance activities, conference and speaker series events, and all management operations for the Dodge Performing Arts Center (Dodge PAC), delivering outstanding customer service while showcasing St. Mary's College of Maryland.

The Assistant Manager coordinates the logistics of internal and external events occurring in the auditorium, recital hall, and lobby areas of the Dodge PAC. The Assistant Manager works collaboratively with the Director the Dodge PAC on all aspects related to the planning and execution of music, recital, and theatrical events and conference and meeting events in these venues. The Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in the coordination and oversight of physical arrangements; liaising with appropriate campus or external representatives in order to coordinate services accurately and effectively when or where requested or required; ensuring events are in keeping with brand standards and executed in a timely, effective and high-quality manner; and supervising event operations staff, volunteers and interns. This responsibility helping liaise with local, national, and international artist management to ensure highest quality of production for an event. The salary range for this position is $51,000 to $58,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

St. Mary's College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary's College is one of the nation's best public liberal arts colleges - ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students. Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today's students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.

• A bachelor's degree is preferred, preferably in management, marketing, performing arts, music, or related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience with event management and/or event planning experience.
• The successful candidate must have proven experience in seeking and securing clients and contractors, program development and logistics, customer service, and financial management.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and the ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.

Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered.

Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

St. Mary's College www.smcm.edu embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity. Application materials should include a cover letter, resume (including e-mail address), and three references and submitted online at https://apply.interfolio.com/192218. Questions may be directed to Keith Hinton at kdhinton@smcm.edu.

Review of resumes will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.