Performing Arts Administrative Assistant

FLSA Status:
United States of America
(Non-Exempt)

Compensation:
$19.18 per hour Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement
benefits package: Click here for more information!

SECTION I – OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

At CMU, we
believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint
endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and
doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of
resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize
that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected
as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity,
curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our
region embodies-we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects
our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core
Values
Love – Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others

Dignity – Respecting the
intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill

Courage – Taking risks in the
pursuit of new possibilities

Humility – Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to
the input of others

Resiliency – Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing
Opportunity

Curiosity – Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown

Power – The strength to act collaboratively
with individual agency to achieve our goals

SECTION II – THE SEAT

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every
seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education
and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric
organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and
accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

The Performing Arts
Administrative Assistant assists the Academic Department Heads of Music and Theatre Arts in supporting the mission and culture of the
University and the departments by serving as the point of contact for scheduling, building management, onboarding new employees, and office
functionality. This position works with faculty, students, staff, and external clients to ensure room access and availability as the
building manager for Moss Performing Arts Center, supervises student employees, submits facility maintenance requests, and oversees office
supplies and functionality.

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS

SECTION III – OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT
FIT

For the success of our mission and our teams, we desire to have individuals who are a “Right Fit” in our seats. We define
“Right Fit” as those who embrace our culture, demonstrate our values, understand the seat and what is required. We seek individuals who want
this seat, desire to be a part of a bigger vision and have the capacity to be a successful member of our CMU team.

CAPACITY
REQUIREMENTS

• Assist the Academic Department Heads of Music and Theatre
• Serve as building manager for Moss Performing Arts
  Center
• Schedule rooms for departmental functions, coordinate with university scheduling for external clients, and coordinate with
  Box Office Manager and Academic Department Heads regarding performance scheduling
• Ensure access throughout Moss Performing Arts
  Center and Maverick Stampede Storage Building via keys and cards for all faculty, students, staff, and external constituents, as well as
  coordinate access for performing arts constituents at Asteria Theatre.
• Submit work orders for maintenance requests
• Onboard
  and supervise student employees
• Facilitate onboarding of new faculty, including office signage, mailbox, copy codes, name badge,
  business cards, and key/electronic access, and coordinate with Performing Arts Enrollment Manager regarding advisor
  assignments
• Distribute course evaluations to faculty
• Maintain stock of and order office supplies
• Record departmental
  meeting minutes
• Assist with copy and print troubleshooting
• Assist with Rental Performance Contracts and return
  scripts
• Assist with mailings

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE FOR RIGHT FIT

• Bachelor’s degree
• Demonstrated
  experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and SaaS software
• Strong communication and organizational
  skills
• Ability to manage and complete tasks with multiple steps and constituents
• Self-motivated
• Ability to adapt to
  process changes and troubleshoot problems
• Ability to supervise student staff

Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER – This position description is only a
summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.

DIRECT INQUIRIES CONTACT: Darin Kamstra, dkamstra@coloradomesa.edu

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating
a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover
  letter
• Resume
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or
  birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon
  hire)

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse
backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher
education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that
goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include
reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to
verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty,
staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of
2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an
accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information,
including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

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