Minimum Qualifications This Senior Environmental Specialist position in the Land Conservation and Management program will plan, supervise, coordinate, and implement habitat restoration and manage staff and activities on the Alachua County nature preserves. Critical activities include prescribed burning, invasive plant treatments, forest resource management, preserve infrastructure improvements, natural areas site evaluations, and drafting and implementing management plans. Bachelor's degree with major course work in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, forestry, wildlife ecology, land/recreation management, natural science, or a related field, and three years of professional level environmental related experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen & physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Post-hire requirements for this classification include:•Must successfully complete the Annual Fireline Refresher training (RT-130) within the first 6 months of hire in this classification, and annually prior to February 1st each calendar year. •Must obtain and maintain CPR certification and First Aid and Safety certification within one year of employment in this classification. •Must complete National Wildlife Coordinating Group (NWCG) Moderate (or Arduous) Work Capacity Test within one year of hire in this classification and annually prior to February 1st each calendar year.  •Must obtain and maintain a Certified Pesticide Applicator License (Public Applicator) with Natural Areas Weed Management Category within one year of hire in this classification. •Must successfully complete National Wildlife Coordinating Group (NWCG) S-130/S-190 within eighteen months of hire in this classification. Position Summary This is a professional role supervising and coordinating work in the protection, evaluation, acquisition, stewardship, and/or management of conservation lands  for Alachua County. The employee assigned to this classification is responsible for various land conservation management activities such as prescribed burn operations, invasive plant treatments, protection of imperiled species, evaluating new acquisition sites, developing and implementing land management plans, drafting scopes of services, and overseeing contractors, and public outreach.  Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level professional supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation.  Plans, supervises, and implements land stewardship activities on Alachua County natural areas including invasive plant control, prescribed burning, forestry, data collection, public access site development, monitoring, and maintenance and security. Develops and implements projects, scopes of work, and contracts; coordinates and oversees staff and contractors performing land stewardship activities such as invasive plant and animal control, site preparation, planting, imperiled species protection, timber inventorying and harvesting, site maintenance, public access site development, natural and cultural resource monitoring, natural areas restoration, field inspections, environmental monitoring, land management plan development, and prescribed burning.  Actively participates in all aspects of prescribed fire operations including fire line prep, burn unit scouting, prescription writing, day of burns operations, and extended mop up in roles such as burn boss, crew boss, or burn crew member on prescribed burns, as appropriate.  Plans and implements maintenance and creation of firebreaks and preparation of areas for burning. Coordinates with the Florida Forest Service, contractors, and other agencies on prescribed burning and other stewardship activities.   Performs environmental assessments of properties nominated for acquisition through the Alachua County Forever Program to identify natural resources, physiographic and ecological characteristics, hydrological resources, manageability, management costs, and public accessibility.  Plans, coordinates, and oversees volunteer group work projects. Performs conservation easement compliance inspections; documents site evaluations in reports; and completes activity logs. Develops and participates in public outreach activities. Plans, coordinates and manages all aspects of opening new sites for public access and maintaining existing public access infrastructure. Purchases operating supplies and manages inventory of tools, equipment, materials, and public facilities. Designs and establishes environmental monitoring programs as needed. Conducts and oversees field collection of samples, data, and observations for environmental analysis; evaluates findings and prepares reports, summaries, and recommendations. Develop tables, charts, spreadsheets, maps, and databases to track environmental data. Coordinates with regulatory agencies and assists the supervisor with operating reports, budget input, and presentations to various Boards, including presenting evaluation reports and findings to the Land Conservation Board. Operates, as required, motor vehicles (including but not limited to departmental motor vehicles and four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, wildland fire engines, skid steers, and tractors), as well as small equipment and machinery, to conduct job duties that include field tests, inspections, evaluations, prescribed burns, debris clean up, restoration projects, invasive species control, on-site evaluations, plant and animal surveys, and other ecological monitoring as appropriate. Operates small equipment such as power tools, chainsaws, pole saws, backpack sprayers and pumps and assists with basic equipment maintenance.  Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the technical methods and procedures involved in the administration of environmental regulations, programs and policies. This includes technical methods and procedures involved in land management and acquisition; theories and practices of ecology and land management, including restoration, weed science and prescribed burning; knowledge of the flora, fauna, and ecology of North Central Florida; natural and historic resource protection, land acquisition and land stewardship. Considerable knowledge of environmental sampling procedures and equipment. Knowledge of environmental protection and land conservation. Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and ordinances related to environmental protection.  Knowledge of word processing, data management programs, and Geographic Information Systems software. Knowledge of effective supervisory techniques and modern principles and practices of supervision.  Considerable skill in the identification of local natural communities and native and invasive flora and fauna as it relates to the Land Conservation Program within the Environmental Protection Department. Skill in the safe operation of motor vehicles, trailers, tractors, skid steers, and small equipment such as power tools, chainsaws, pole saws, backpack sprayers, and pumps. Skill in dealing effectively with community partners, governmental officials, and citizens. Ability to operate, maintain, and transport heavy trucks, farm tractors, wildland fire engines, pumps, chainsaws, mowers, and trimmers used in Conservation Land maintenance, fuels management and restoration. Ability to carry out duties with environmental sensitivity in accordance with program mission, goals, and standards. Ability to use hand-held GPS tracking technology in smart phone or tablet. Ability to follow standard operating procedures and compile routine reports and maintain accurate records. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees.  Ability to implement resource management techniques, utilize related equipment and follow safety procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Ability to work outdoors in overgrown brush in adverse weather conditions. Ability to interact with the public in a tactful and courteous manner. Ability to create concise, clear and succinct technical reports. Ability to research technical problems, formulate recommendations, and compile related reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, the general public and other County agencies. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods and walk considerable distances over uneven ground through trail-less natural areas while carrying field gear, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.  The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use PPE (personal protective equipment), including a hard hat, boots, eyewear, gloves, and other equipment). The employee is regularly required to work independently and in small and large teams.    The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally assist with lifting or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions.  The employee may regularly work near moving parts and are occasionally exposed to smoke, fumes, gas, herbicides, or airborne particles. The employee may perform field work in inclement weather and harsh conditions such as rocky, loose, or muddy ground surface, thick vegetation, down/standing trees, wet leaves/grasses, varied climates (cold, hot, wet, dry, humid, rain, wind, thunderstorms), wet areas and dense brush with biting insects, venomous animals or irritating plants and allergens.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud. Supplemental Information Acceptable (equivalent) Education/Experience: Master’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, forestry, wildlife ecology, land/recreation management, natural science, or a related field, and one year of professional level environmental related experience.  (7 years total) Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, forestry, wildlife ecology, land/recreation management, natural science, or a related field, and three years of professional level environmental related experience.  (7 years total) Associates degree (2 years) and 5 years of professional level environmental related experience. (7 years total) High School diploma or equivalent and 7 years of professional level environmental related experience. (7 years total)     Other acceptable related fields include: Botany, Zoology, and Agronomy. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program   NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in sustainability, resiliency, environmental science, energy, urban planning, architecture, public administration or a field related to sustainability and five years of progressively responsible experience in sustainability policy, resiliency planning, energy or resource conservation, and/or environmental policy development; or an equivalent combination of related training, education and experience Specified field of expertise includes environmental, social, and financial experience related to sustainability in general and specific knowledge of at least two of the following: energy and water efficiency strategies and technologies, building performance evaluation techniques, home energy and water retrofit strategies, renewable energy technologies, resiliency or climate action planning, or green building. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment.   If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.  Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.   Position Summary This is highly responsible managerial and administrative work leading the implementation of Alachua County's sustainability commitments and developing policy recommendations for consideration and adoption by the Board of County Commissioners. This will involve implementing a long-term strategic approach and managing various aspects of community and enterprise sustainability initiatives.  This position will manage the Resiliency Program in the Environmental Protection Department. The employee assigned to this classification works closely with other department and program staff, the community, and County leadership to achieve the following:  Educate County and Community on the design, implementation, and process changes related to sustainability and resiliency.  Demonstrate and ensure the County's successful approach to sustainability efforts through measurable performance measures and trend indicators. Ensure the balanced programmatic focus relative to the social, economic, and environmental aspects of sustainability and resiliency. Lead as the County's sustainability liaison with other entities and organizations.   Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observations of results obtained. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Ensures enterprise sustainability operations and capital projects are conducted effectively and efficiently; and positions the County to lead by example in an effort to cultivate a sustainable and resilient community. Leads, collaborates with, and supports cross-functional teams to develop possible strategies and programs to optimize the County's application of sustainability principles to its operations. Cultivates a collaborative atmosphere and sense of ownership of sustainability priorities among County employees; ensures a common understanding of the definition of sustainability and resiliency, County commitments, and employees' roles in meeting those commitments; develops and implements training programs and communication materials. Facilitates communication of successful sustainability initiatives across the organization. Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation. Works with the County leadership and teams across departments to support sustainability initiatives through process improvement, purchases, and policies recommendations. This includes advising County leadership to ensure sustainable strategies are a lens through which all decisions are evaluated. Supports strategic conversations with the Board of County Commissioners and Administration to ensure clear direction and maintain County leadership. Ensures implementation of the County's climate action strategies and enterprise sustainability programs including green building strategies, facilitating the cross-departmental energy conservation, green government certifications, metrics tracking, and program evaluation. Engages residents, businesses, and non-profits as partners in building a sustainable and resilient community through outreach, education, and collaborative projects. Implements strategic initiatives with an aim of achieving long-term resilient and sustainable economic development and place-making. Develops strategic plans for reaching the community with sustainability messages. Pursues, oversees, and implements grant opportunities to enhance County resources and accomplish sustainability and resiliency goals. Convenes community conversations to maintain an understanding of community sentiment and priorities and develop partnerships to achieve mutual sustainability goals. Works with partners to strengthen the sustainability of existing programs and identify new innovative initiatives; maintains connections necessary to ensure an understanding of the strengths of local community resiliency and sustainability and develop programs and policies that would enhance those niches. Ensures implementation of community sustainability programs including energy efficiency, solar, and green building education and programs, Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing, building wellness, sustainable economic development, and resiliency planning. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle regularly in order to perform duties to attend a variety of public meetings and conferences throughout Alachua County. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge and experience with sustainability capital projects, building operations, and wellness, and finance vehicles for the public and private sector. Knowledge and experience with volunteer training, recruitment, and retention and program design and implementation. Knowledge and demonstrated competency in budget preparation and administration and management practices/principles. Collaboration and coordination skills. Project management skills necessary to manage, plan, organize, and coordinate large-scale project implementation with a team approach. Ability to analyze data, generate reports, explain relevant issues, concerns, and trends. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to lead, motivate, influence, and facilitate teams of diverse individuals and collaborate toward a common purpose. Ability to manage grants through the required planning, organization, monitoring, and reporting. Ability to cultivate critical relationships both internally and externally. Ability to analyze/interpret technical information, apply that information to programmatic needs and communicate that information to various audiences. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to demonstrate a commitment and willingness to develop staff with integrity and an unyielding commitment to excellence and performance. Results-oriented, proven performer with the ability to apply contemporary technical and business solutions to attain desired results. Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary teams, exercise sound judgement, and handle sensitive public relations issues and information with tact and diplomacy. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Supplemental Information **Supervisory experience preferred. **Demonstrated understanding of and connections to the network of sustainability and resiliency experts and local nonprofit partners preferred. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program   NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

About The National Symphony Orchestra The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) enjoys international renown as one of America’s finest professional orchestras. The Orchestra has gained recognition through national and international touring, recording, radio and television broadcasts, and its excellent work in education and community engagement in the greater Washington area. The NSO has been in residence at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts since the Center opened in 1971. In 1986, the Orchestra became an artistic affiliate of the Kennedy Center. The NSO’s Music Director, Gianandrea Noseda, is widely recognized as one of the leading conductors of his generation.    The NSO offers a classical subscription series and a pops series at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall, gives summer performances at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, and celebrates national holidays with televised concerts on the Capitol lawn. Chamber ensembles of NSO musicians perform at the Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theatre and Millennium stage and the orchestra participates in an extensive education program. NSO In Your Neighborhood brings more than 30 performances and events to schools, churches, community centers, and other local venues in a single week. NSO Sound Health brings musicians to facilities like Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and National Institutes of Health (NIH). The NSO also continues to tour nationally and internationally.   At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the  Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024  staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Director of Production & Operations works to ensure the smooth operations of the NSO. They lead long range planning from a production perspective and ensure proactive and ongoing dialogue across the NSO Team and with KC Production. They supervise the logistical planning of NSO productions, tour arrangements, logistics for offsite events, and production budgets/projections. They work alongside the VP of Operations to foster an environment in which musicians and crew can perform at their best. This position ensures the highest degree of efficiency and professionalism for NSO production and operations and works to meet NSO program and budget goals. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Supervision Hire, manage, and supervise NSO Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager and direct the work of IATSE Stage Technicians in the Concert Hall and throughout the Kennedy Center for NSO productions. Maintain knowledge of IATSE Local 22 CBA in daily scheduling and enforcement of contract rules. Serve on the KC negotiating team with IATSE Local 22, leading NSO representation. Hire, manage, and supervise NSO Production Manager and NSO Assistant Manager of Orchestra Operations, Production Coordinator and Operations Interns. Process weekly payroll for the NSO Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager and other hired stagehands, designers, and stage managers when applicable. Plan concert production assignments for the team each season. Ensure execution of all NSO concerts is adequately planned and performances are presented at the highest level possible with available resources. Work to support the larger NSO Team and contribute to a sense of ‘one team’ encourage cross departmental support as needed. Budget Supervision Create, implement, and review all annual and monthly production and operations budgets for the NSO. Scrutinize and approve production and other operational expenses Regularly analyze production schedules and expenses and identify/make recommendations for cost saving changes Concert Production Oversee all technical and logistical details for NSO rehearsals, concerts, and other special events at the Kennedy Center and in the local DC area. Produce all genres of NSO programming, including Classical, Pops, Young People’s Concerts, Family Concerts, and Community concerts. Hire and manage production contractors, including lighting designers, stage managers, sound engineers, recording engineers, and more. Stage manage and call lighting and video cues for rehearsals and performances as needed. Manage NSO props and costume and arrange for onsite or offsite storage as needed. Manage yearly maintenance of the Concert Hall’s Casavant Organ (Rubenstein Family Organ). Serve as Concert Duty Manager working with the House Manager to ensure the experience for the audience is commensurate with KC standards. Operations & Logistics Support NSO’s domestic and international tour planning, preparation, and implementation, through tasks such as: travel and hotel arrangements for musicians, staff, and tour party members; visa applications and processes; instrument evaluations and permit applications for U.S. Fish and Wildlife/CITES Traveling Exhibition Certificates; compilation of cargo details for carnet paperwork; liaising with cargo logistics companies regarding customs and border crossing requirements; Traveling with the orchestra, overseeing daily tour operations, and taking the leading on resolving tour crises. Conduct site visits of local venues and plan logistics for ground freight, ground transportation, production, and catering for offsite NSO concerts. For U.S. Capitol Concerts (National Memorial Day Concert, A Capitol Fourth, and NSO Labor Day Concert), liaise with Capitol Police, Capitol Concerts Inc., the Architect of the Capitol’s office, the National Park Service, and other vendors to ensure the smooth operations of concert production, site layout, and security matters. Orchestra Working Conditions Working with the VP of Operations, Orchestra Personnel Management, and Assistant Manager Orchestra Operations to ensure the NSO CBA and Handbook are respected, working conditions for the orchestra are safe onstage and backstage (including volume levels on stage), the orchestra musicians have access to resources (rehearsal space), and work to resolve issues and grievances that arise. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications College degree and/or advanced degree in music and/or arts management is required. Minimum of five years of experience in concert production is required; experience with symphony orchestra touring is preferred. Knowledge of orchestral and chamber music repertoire is an asset. Experience leading and managing both administrative and union employees. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people are critical. Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy are essential. Must be able to effectively gather information from a wide variety of sources and organize and disseminate it in a timely manner. Ability to meet deadlines, often under pressure. Ability to develop and monitor production budgets is required. Prior purchasing, managing, and budgeting skills is required. Excellent computer skills including (but not limited to) proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and willingness to learn new programs, such as OPAS and Visio, are required. Knowledge of social media outlets desired. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.  Candidate must be willing to work onsite. Additional Information Must be able to travel and work evenings and weekends. Must hold a valid driver’s license in the United States. Must be able to work odd hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and regularly work beyond 40 hours/week. Ability to perform concert production related tasks in outdoor settings, sometimes in unpredictable weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting and two years experience in responsible accounting or bookkeeping work; or a Bachelor's degree with major course work in accounting, business or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Evening and weekend work hours may be required. This position requires a passing score on the following two County's skills assessment tests: Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word with a minimum score of moderate knowledge.    The assessment tests can be taken in person or online/remotely through the CareerSource North Central Florida.  The applicant must contact CareerSource North Central Florida at email assessments@careersourcencfl.com , jkautz@careersourcencfl.com or emlong@careersourcencfl.com   to arrange testing.   Passing scores must be received by the Human Resources Office via email at achr@alachuacounty.us no later than five business days after the posting closes. CareerSource North Central Florida is not responsible for submitting test scores to the Alachua County Human Resources Office. All scores are valid only for a period of 2 years from the date of testing.   Position Summary This is highly responsible work performing administrative and technical bookkeeping, accounting, and other administrative services operations.   An employee in this class independently coordinates District-wide payroll and processes fiscal records, maintains books ledgers, journals, reviews fiscal documents and information, and prepares fiscal reports and assists in preparing and monitoring budget expenditures.  Employee is required to perform job duties with professionalism, exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality in all matters, especially as task assignments and/or work environment expose employee directly, or indirectly to private data, protected health information, and employee and labor matters.   Work is directed and reviewed by a higher level supervisor and by internal controls and periodic audits to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Prepares routine and special fiscal statements. Processes purchase requisitions and invoices, maintains related records and assists in controlling inventories. Responsible for the completion of specialized administration projects as needed and required by supervisor. Maintains ledgers, journals and bookkeeping records. Tracks statistical data and prepares weekly, monthly and annual reports. Analyzes department programs to ascertain cost on a cost-accounting basis. Audits incoming and outgoing paperwork concerning fiscal matters for errors and makes recommendations for correction. Prepares payrolls and maintains payroll records. Maintains petty cash and other funds, processes expenditures and reimbursement requests. Maintains travel authorization files and processes travel registrations according to established guidelines. Assembles or compiles data used in preparation of budgets. Assists in developing and installing accounting and bookkeeping methods and procedures.   Communicates with all divisions concerning the procedures for handling and processing payroll data. Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement. Provides staff support and administrative analysis work in the development of collective bargaining proposals and agreements. Receives and records final performance review form and update records accordingly.  Sends out individual reminder spreadsheets spreadsheets to each department at the beginning of each month as specified in personnel rules, and monitors performance evaluations up to completion.  Coordinates physical and electronic filing of performance evaluations (Knowledge Lake). Calculates and records employee merit/pay increases.  Coordinates with Administration Human Resources staff to ensure Personnel Action Form is completed in a timely manner. Maintains high collaboration with internal and external business partners, ensuring positive departmental and organizational branding, and customer relationships. Effectively and positively brands and represents the Library District in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation. Establishes and maintains effective, respectful and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers.   Performs related duties as required.  NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES  Knowledge of the principles and practices of government accounting, budgeting and fiscal management. Knowledge of office practices, bookkeeping systems, and computerized record processing. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software programs. Highly skilled in managing projects from concept to completion. Ability to analyze accounting problems and assist in recommending solutions. Ability to work independently from general instructions. Ability to prepare reports and express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Ability to follow complex oral and written directions to prepare complex financial reports. Ability to operate calculator, adding machine, computer and other office equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, Library patrons and community members. Ability to prioritize and organize work and projects. Ability to learn, interpret and apply departmental and District-wide procedures. Ability to pay attention to detail. Ability to independently perform administrative tasks and manage multiple projects. Ability to exercise independent judgment to make sound decisions.  Ability to perform research, compile and analyze data, and prepare reports of varying levels of complexity. Ability and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive and protected information, and exercise discretion in all administrative matters. Ability and willingness to remain flexible and adapt to change as needed to improve department and organizational performance. Ability   to   manage   time,   resources   and   adhere   to   stringent   timelines. Ability to communicate effectively, prepare, disseminate and present data in oral and written form. Ability to independently interpret, follow moderately complex oral and written Instructions. Ability to take initiative and assume accountability for task assignments. Ability to work under pressure and with frequent interruptions. Ability to prioritize, review and evaluate work. Ability   to   communicate   effectively,   both   verbally   and  in writing. Ability to approach internal and external customer interactions with respect, compassion and diplomacy. Ability and willingness to effectively communicate to maintain effective working relationships to ensure department and organizational success.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. • FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.For other benefits such as life insurance and health insurance click here. • HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:   New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday   3 Floating Holidays    Pay periods are every two (2) weeks beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday through 12:00 midnight Friday. Payday is the second Friday following the end of a pay period.