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Job title: Manager, Chicago Symphony Chorus

Category: Administrative

Duties and responsibilities: Work with the Chorus Director in the overall planning of the CSC season. Schedule Chorus services (rehearsals, concerts, warm-ups and recording sessions) in compliance with the union contract. Draft and maintain accurate schedules for conductors, accompanists, and language coaches. Organize and disseminate Chorus production and schedule information to Chorus and staff. Hire and schedule of accompanists and language coaches. Prepare and maintain accurate rosters for each work in a season and issue Chorus individual contracts for employment. Plan, prepare and participate in AGMA (union for Chorus) negotiations as part of management team. Maintain awareness of implications of various national contracts (AGMA, AFTRA) that have implication for Chicago Symphony Chorus members, especially in areas of audio and audio-visual recordings. Plan and monitor Chorus budget. Verify bills for processing. Prepare semi-monthly Chorus payroll information for processing. Plan and coordinate Chorus fundraising projects. Handle Chicago Symphony Chorus member inquiries. Maintain attendance records. Update and maintain membership directory and concert personnel. Counsel Chorus members regarding policies, scheduling, attendance, general membership and related issues. Coordinate and monitor auditions. Draft and prepare correspondence for the Chorus. Provide general support for Chorus Director. (Administrative, etc.) Staff Chorus services. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:
1. 4+ years experience as a manager, preferably with a professional unionized chorus and/or large union ensemble.
2. Formal education in music preferred or equivalent experience; knowledge of choral repertoire; ability to read scores.
3. Proven proficiency with budgeting.
4. Proven strategic planning skills; proven negotiating and personnel management skills.
5. Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access; excellent communication and diplomacy skills.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Date Posted: February 2008

Date to be removed: April 30, 2008

Apply to name: Human Resources

Apply to email: hr@cso.org

Fax: 312-294-3838

Chorus/organization web address: http://www.cso.org

Application procedure: Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements.

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