What are the responsibilities and job description for the TMCO Personnel Manager position at Boston Symphony Orchestra?
Summary/Objective
Job Description
About the Tanglewood Music Center
Since its founding in 1940 with the mission of providing a “unique opportunity for a summer of living and working in music” the Tanglewood Music Center has been the premiere summer music festival for young musicians in the United States. Around 130 TMC Fellows attend the TMC each summer to focus on their studies in six programs: Composition, Conducting, Instrumental, Library, Piano, and Vocal Arts. TMC Fellows reside on the campus of Miss Hall’s School in Pittsfield, MA and attend daily rehearsals, classes, and perform concerts on the Tanglewood campus nearby in Lenox. The TMC’s faculty and guest artists are world class and without parallel, and a summer at TMC is seen by many as the final link between a first-rate musical education and a full-time professional career.
About the Role
Join the staff of one of the world’s most prestigious music festivals as the Tanglewood Music Center Orchestra (TMCO) Personnel Manager! The TMCO Personnel Manager serves as the principal point of contact for all Fellows in the TMCO. This position reports to and assists the Dean of Fellows in the management of the TMCO and supervises the orchestra directly, coordinating with world class conductors, faculty, guest artists, library, and stage crew to ensure an amazing experience for every Fellow. This is a perfect position for an aspiring arts administrator at the beginning of their career or an experienced orchestral musician dipping a first toe in the administrative world. Bring your love of music and the arts, customer focus and administrative skills to help build another successful Tanglewood season while strengthening your resume for the future.
Job Responsibilities
- Manage and supervise the rehearsals and performances of the TMCO and other large ensembles.
- Monitor and maintain the backstage area of Seiji Ozawa Hall.
- Provide reports detailing TMCO rehearsals, including detailed and accurate records of attendance at all playing services. Report and advise on both unexpected and pre-arranged absences.
- As directed, implement appropriate disciplinary measures pertaining to absences, tardiness, and other misconduct.
- Report on the need for temporary and permanent seating adjustments, and/or assignment of substitute personnel; implement changes as directed.
- Report on and monitor musicians' injuries when they arise.
- Gather, distribute, and monitor changes to posted rehearsal orders.
- Support guest musicians throughout the summer as the primary point of contact.
- Coordinate guest musician housing with the Residence Life Staff at Miss Hall’s School.
- Issue guest musician payments.
- Assist with the coordination of TMC mock auditions for various sections during the summer.
- Coordinate sign-ups for the TMC’s sit-in program for BSO rehearsals.
- Occasionally serve as TMC Manager on Duty for both orchestra and chamber music concerts.
- Make announcements to the orchestra as necessary.
- Help manage various TMC events involving instrumental fellows.
- Manage the borrowing of auxiliary instruments and checking out of locks and lockers.
- Assist with the set up and tear down of parties for Fellows at Miss Hall’s School.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Desired Skills
- Experience as a classical musician and/or orchestra personnel manager.
- Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
- Customer service experience in any field is highly desirable.
- Meticulous attention to detail and retention of detailed information.
Qualifications
- Strong team player, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Solid knowledge of classical music repertoire, in particular orchestral repertoire.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, build trust, and handle challenging situations with professionalism, tact, and patience.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications.
- Flexibility to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
- Valid Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
The BSO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
