Section Percussion
Core orchestra
2018-19 salary: $36,772.90 + Benefits*
Employment to begin immediately.

Preliminary Rounds: October 26, 2018
Advanced Rounds: October 27, 2018

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The Audition Committee reserves the right to dismiss any candidate not meeting the highest professional standards. Winning candidates are required to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. 

*Benefits include, but aren't limited to, Health Insurance (Sarasota Orchestra pays no less than 75% of premiums), Instrument Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, 403b Retirement, and Flexible Spending Account.

One-Page resumé must be received on or before September 2nd, 2018.
 
E-mail your resume (PDF please) to auditions@sarasotaorchestra.org using the subject line Percussion Audition.
(Please list your instrument, e-mail, and a current mailing address on your resumé.) 

Soon after the deadline, you will be notified of your invitation to participate in the audition.  If invited, you will receive further instructions on how to confirm your audition, where to send a deposit, etc.

Correspondence should be directed only to auditions@sarasotaorchestra.org.  No phone calls.

The Sarasota Orchestra tunes to A-440.

Sarasota Orchestra currently has a job opening for a Vice President of Operations.

The Vice President of Operations leads a team responsible for all operational aspects of producing Sarasota Orchestra concerts, Sarasota Music Festival and Education programs.  The successful candidate will team closely with artistic planning leaders to deliver the highest quality performances for audiences, musicians and visiting artists. 

Direct reports for the position include the Production Manager, Technical Director, Orchestra Personnel Manager and Librarians.

Responsibilities for this position include the following:

Artistic

• Oversee and manage a team responsible for all operational aspects of performances at six venues and for all of the institutions programs
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Artistic Planning to ensure organizational abilities, operational procedures and staff are in place to execute artistic plans within schedules, budgets and artistic quality goals
• Promote positive relations with musicians by ensuring operational excellence and compliance with CBA
• Support operational needs of Sarasota Music Festival and Education programs
• Communicate and collaborate with Marketing, Development, Facilities Management and other departments in order to facilitate organizational goals and mission

Logistics

• Manage production activities with all performance venues and prepare rental contracts for all engagements
• Secure dates, plan and support all operations activities with performance partners including opera, ballet and others 
• Maintain the organization's performance calendar and event scheduling 
• Oversee the fulfillment of technical rider requirements and specifications, as contracted by the Vice President of Artistic Planning and Sarasota Music Festival Vice President of Administration
• Primary contact for coordinating back of house and Patron Services (front of house) activities to ensure best possible audience experiences

Management

• Develop and manage budgets for the production components of performance related activities of Sarasota Orchestra; manage appropriate cost controls while maintaining artistic integrity
• Maintain comprehensive understanding of Collective Bargaining Agreement; ensure compliance with relevant CBA clauses.  Provide input to the CBA bargaining team on terms and conditions that will make the organization more effective.
• Review orchestra payrolls and submit to human resources manager
• Manage and motivate operations staff and direct reports
• Perform other relevant duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications for the position include the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Music or Arts Administration
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in Orchestral organizations
• Demonstrated success managing staff required
• Experience with legal contracts and financial spreadsheets
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills 
• Attention to detail and follow through
• Unwavering commitment to outstanding service
• Team oriented in our mission driven culture
• Experience with union contracts

About Sarasota Orchestra

The Sarasota Orchestra stands at an exciting juncture in its successful 70-year history.  Benefiting from the vibrant arts community in Sarasota, the organization has a $10 million annual budget and an endowment of over $26 million.

Sarasota is widely considered among the most philanthropically generous and arts-oriented communities in the United States.  Sarasota Orchestra serves an area of 788,000 residents that is one of the 10 fastest growing regions in America.

The diversity and breadth of Sarasota Orchestra's musical offerings and programs are unparalleled in an orchestra serving a region of this size. The 36-week orchestra season includes Masterworks and chamber orchestra series, a chamber music program, Pops and a hybrid series of light classical and popular music in a small venue setting. Additionally, the Orchestra collaborates with Sarasota Opera and Sarasota Ballet for 7 weeks during the season. Music Director Anu Tali will be completing her sixth and final season of her tenure in the 18/19 season.  The organization is undergoing a music director search.

Education is a hallmark of the organization. The institution operates the three-week Sarasota Music Festival and extensive youth orchestra, summer music camp and young persons concerts. 

Currently, the Orchestra performs in multiple venues. The Board of the Orchestra is actively pursuing plans to finance and build a state of the art concert hall to allow the Orchestra to substantially expand its offerings. 
Sarasota Orchestra offers a competitive salary, generous time off and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability and retirement.

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to hr@SarasotaOrchestra.org by September 21, 2018.  EOE

Sarasota Orchestra currently has a job opening for an Assistant Personnel Manager.  The successful candidate will work closely with the Personnel Manager, with specific focus on orchestra personnel matters.

Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Assist as needed/assigned in engaging (hiring) per service, substitute and extra musicians
• Serve as agent at orchestra services in the absence of Personnel Manager, including rehearsals as assigned
• Work closely with the VP of Sarasota Music Festival Administration, serving as Personnel Manager for Sarasota Music Festival orchestra and assisting with guest artist hospitality as needed
• Oversee adherence of CBA by staff, conductors and musicians in absence of Personnel Manager
• Assist with scheduling and operational logistics of orchestra auditions
• Assist with preparation and submission of semi-monthly orchestral payroll

Qualifications for the position include the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in music, arts administration or comparable experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Highly organized with great attention to detail
• Ability to work without supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times with sensitive matters and personal information
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings
• Valid Driver's License
• Understanding of Collective Bargaining Agreements a plus

Sarasota Orchestra offers a competitive salary, generous time off and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability and retirement.

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to hr@SarasotaOrchestra.org by September 14, 2018.  EOE

Sarasota Orchestra currently has a job opening for a Communications Manager.

You will research and write copy supporting Sarasota Orchestra's institutional messaging/communications strategy and marketing and development initiatives, create compelling content for philanthropic case and position statements, newsletters, information about classical music, and other written materials as required, and support website and social media activities. 

Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Understand Sarasota Orchestra mission and how best to support its goals through written communications
• Research and write persuasive and informative communications in support of Sarasota Orchestra's institutional messaging, marketing and development activities 
• Create convincing content in support of development initiatives including donor profiles, case statements, principal gift proposals and other materials as needed
• Write and edit the organization's quarterly SCORE newsletter for patrons
• Work in partnership with marketing and artistic team members to research and write descriptive, educational and marketing content for the organization's programs
• Create content for web, social media, email and other digital formats 
• Back-up the website manager in updating content to the website through a CMS

Qualifications for the position include the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or related field
• 2+ years of professional writing experience
• Advanced writing and proofreading skills, including published or professional writing samples (arts related preferred)
• Interpersonal skills and collaborative style that relates to Orchestra patrons and staff at all levels
• Computer skills including MS Office, PowerPoint, a website content management system, and multiple social media platforms

Sarasota Orchestra offers a competitive salary, generous time off and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability and retirement.

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to hr@SarasotaOrchestra.org.

Sarasota Orchestra currently has a job opening for a Controller.

In cooperation with the Orchestra's CFO, you will guide the ongoing business operations of the Orchestra and forecast future operations.  You will also be responsible for coordinating all aspects of financial accounting, budgeting and reporting for the Orchestra. 

Responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Oversee accounting policies and procedures to ensure that all financial transactions are recorded properly and in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Prepare monthly financial statements and variance reports for Board of Directors
• Coordinate annual Budget and updated mid-year forecast processes
• Review monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Coordinate annual audit with independent accountants
• Update internal controls as procedures and systems change
• Oversee the Orchestra's information system including hardware, software support, upgrades and server
• Oversee and/or execute registration and filing requirements for county, state and federal entities, as necessary
• Serve as backup resource for payroll and Database Administrator/Web Specialist
• Coordinate departmental cross-training initiatives
• Supervise Finance Staff and Database Administrator/Web Specialist

Qualifications for the position include the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• 5+ years relevant work experience in financial accounting
• 2+ years supervision experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong computer skills including Excel and Financial Edge (preferred)
• Strong leadership, supervisory and analytical skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Current knowledge of regulations affecting the nonprofit industry
• Knowledgeable about fund accounting for nonprofits
• Self motivated, detail oriented and deadline driven

Sarasota Orchestra offers a competitive salary, generous time off and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability and retirement.

Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to hr@SarasotaOrchestra.org by October 16, 2018.