Music Building Manager and Assistant Coordinator

About MSU Denver

Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are rst generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certied institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most rst-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.

Position Summary

The College of Letters, Arts and Sciences (CLAS) at MSU Denver invites applications for the position of Building Manager and Assistant Coordinator for our newest acquisition - the 800 Kalamath Building. The Kalamath Building houses the Department of Music's Jazz and American Improvised Music, Mariachi, and Commercial Music & Technology programs. This is a full-time, 12 month position reporting to the Chair of the Department of Music with additional reporting for certain tasks to the Coordinator of the Kalamath Building.

The individual selected for this position will work closely and collaboratively with the Jazz and American Improvised Music faculty and Kalamath Building Coordinator. They will be responsible for ensuring front-desk coverage during operational hours, track expenditures and revenue for the building, coordinate fiscal and maintenance requests through university systems (Workday, etc.), manage student employment needs, and provide support for events and coordinated efforts with community groups utilizing the space. Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.

MSU Denver and CLAS are committed to active and strategic initiatives in our work toward educational equity and promotinga culture of access and inclusionfor our students, staff, and faculty.We seek to sustain an inclusive community where all individuals at MSU Denver and in the college are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and are provided proper resources and skillsets to be successful.

At MSU Denver, we recognize the value of everyone and every group as part of an inclusive community of belonging. Differences can include but are not limited to culture, race,ethnicity, color, national origin, language, sex, physical appearance, pregnancy, marital/partner status, age, (dis)ability, neurodiversity, creed, religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, class, education, gender identity/expression, veteran status, political affiliation, political philosophy, and more. We recognize that these differences can be visible or invisible.

Responsibilities

Facilities - 30%

• Oversee rental contract process, meet with prospective renters, set up floor plans for renters
• Serve as point of contact for facilities maintenance, MSU Denver Facilities, and Facilities Services (e.g. Trash, HVAC, Snow Removal, etc.)
• Serve as point of contact for MSU Denver IT and Kalamath Building needs (e.g. furniture, office equipment, supplies, etc.)
• Provide front desk support and coverage, as needed
• Oversee rental equipment process, as needed

Budget/Procurement - 25%

• Serve as credit card holder and point of contact for facilities costs
• Collect and deposit revenue from events
• Track and monitor Kalamath Building budget revenue and expenses
• Serve as point of contact for Cashier's office payments, storefronts, and revenues
• Order office supplies, as needed

Event Management - 25%

• Collaborate with the Department of Music to manage ticketing software platform for events in Kalamath Building
• Assist in event and summer camp coordination and promotion
• Collaborate with the College of Letters, Arts and Science's Communication and Marketing team to support marketing and social media needs for events in the Kalamath Building
• Provide support for co-sponsored events with building partners

Student Employment - 20%

• Manage front desk and event staff (recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling)
• Track work-study awards
• Adjust student employee payroll expenses, as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree - any discipline
• A minimum of two years of experience in operations, systems, and/or coordination efforts for a large organization
• Strong communication, human relations, and organizational skills
• Experience working with and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse urban student, faculty and staff population including, but not limited to, people of color, LBGTQIA+ individuals, students from low-income backgrounds, first-generation students, individuals with differing abilities, undocumented students, nontraditional students, student veterans, and English-language learners

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music or performing arts
• A minimum of two years of university/college-level experience in operations, systems, and/or coordination efforts
• Strong knowledge of academic operations
• Experience implementing best practices to improve business systems and operations

Schedule Information

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Exempt
• Days of the Week: Mon - Fri, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
• Evenings and Weekend Work: Occasional
• Schedule: Hybrid with both in person work as well as some remote schedules subject to supervisor approval and program needs
• Travel: Rarely

Salary for Announcement

Under Colorado law, MSU Denver is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The anticipated hiring range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $55,000 - $69,000.

This position is paid monthly and is eligible for MSU Denver benefits.

How to Apply

Electronic submissions are required.

Candidates must electronically submit the following required documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

Please apply by visiting https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver and searching for JR103155.

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Deadline

Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received by Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Open Until Filled

The University's benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan.Visit MSU Denver'sbenefits websiteto learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at totalrewards@msudenver.edu.

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.