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LAST UPDATED April 3, 2025


Civil Service Positions

Office Support Specialist - Facilities

Job Summary

This position supports the Facilities Team at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Responsibilities include inventory, staff scheduling, key management, and processing financial forms and transactions related to key payments and change orders, among other tasks. For more information and to apply, visit University of Illinois Careers Site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

Building Operations Support

  • Monitor Building Operations Team setup sheets, track down missing information and double-check inventory such as chairs, tables, etc. to make sure we aren't overbooked.
  • Work with the Events office to create and edit the Attendant work schedule.
  • Track Building Operations overtime list and create billings for hours worked.
  • Attends Building Operations change of shift meeting daily.
  • Attend COPE meetings weekly.
  • Issue keys and accept key deposit payments.
  • Counts the safe and processes change orders.
  • Greeting visitors, vendors, and construction crew, and directing people and deliveries to the proper location.

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Wednesday April 16th, 2025.

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3243 - Office Support Specialist position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. A collective bargaining agreement sets the starting wage for this position at $20.71/hr with the final rate of pay to be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. Work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position.

For more information and to apply, visit University of Illinois Careers Site. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

 

Hourly Positions
 

  • The Krannert Center Events Department is looking for an Events Production Assistant. This dynamic role involves interfacing with artists, performing hospitality related duties, overseeing general inventory, coordinating with front-of-house staff and catering, supporting technical staff and communicating with building operations as necessary, ensuring the flawless execution of the event. This position is the vital link between the Events office, the Production office, the School of Music, rental clients, and Krannert Center staff on the day of the show. Production Assistants will have a flexible work schedule, working a minimum of 6 regular shifts plus one graduation shift per semester with an average of 10-15 hours per week.  Applicants must be available during nights and weekends when school is in session, although occasional shifts will be available in the mornings as well. Outstanding interpersonal skills in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment are required.  Applicants must be dependable and self-motivated, may have to move or lift items of 25lbs, and be able to travel up and down stairs, or be stationary for extended periods of time.  Applicants who are 21 years or over with a valid US driver's license will be trained as a KCPA driver, providing artists to and from our venue, hotel and local airport as needed. To apply, send your resume and cover letter detailing your interest to bkb15 [at] illinois.edu (Hiring Manager Bree Brock).

  • Krannert Center is hiring an extra help Patron Services Performance Supervisor to help provide support for the Director of Ticketing and Patron Services and front of house operations at Krannert Center. The Performance Supervisor also contributes to leadership and oversight of student and volunteer patron services staff during performances, events, and other times as necessary. Work hours will primarily include evenings and weekends. Applicants must not be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois, must be a high school graduate, and must be over the age of 18. If you think you would excel in this role, please email your resume to Patron and Ticket Services Director Whitney Havice, whavice [at] illinois.edu. Pay rate is $20.69 per hour. Thank you for your interest!

  • Krannert Center is hiring an extra help hourly Ticket Services Supervisor to help provide outstanding service and experiences to Krannert Center constituents. This team member will work in person, online, and over the phone to sell tickets, provide information, and complete other tasks that contribute to the smooth running of the Krannert Center Ticket Office. Work hours include some evenings and weekends. Applicants must not be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois, be a high school graduate, and must be over the age of 18. If you think you would excel in this role, please email your resume to Patron and Ticket Services Director Whitney Havice, whavice [at] illinois.edu. Pay rate is $20.69 per hour. Thank you for your interest!

  • Extra Help Building Operations Attendants (part-time): Work includes custodial work and assistance in the conversion and maintenance of facilities and equipment in a large multi-purpose building. Must possess physical dexterity and have the ability to lift heavy objects. Interested applicants may contact Tony Mapson at amapson [at] illinois.edu or 217.300.6252.

 

Academic Professional Positions

There are no academic professional positions available at this time. Please check back regularly for updates.

 

Student PositionS

There are no student positions available at this time. Please check back regularly for updates.

 

STUDENT INTERNSHIPS

• Arts Management + Leadership Internships (THEA 391, MUS459, or DANC425)
Visit the For U of I Students page to learn more.

 

 

 

 

 

 Programming and Engagement

  • Work in collaboration with programming staff to confirm artists for the season by assisting in scheduling meetings with artists and agents, tracking artist and agent requests, assisting in the creation of contracts, and other related programming duties/artist and agent communication
  • Serve as a member of the core Programming and Engagement Office team, contributing to the planning and implementation of artist engagement activities
  • Assist in the coordination of KCPA programs that deepen relationships with youth, students, campus community, the greater Champaign/Urbana community, and seniors. Areas of focus may include special events, Youth Series performances, youth performances by Champaign-Urbana Symphony Orchestra, and student events
  • Establish relationships with faculty and students to further engage campus community in the planning of events at Krannert Center for Performing Arts; reaching out to departments who may have connections to themes of presented works
  • Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of engagement activities in light of their accomplishments and objectives, tracking attendance and demographic information
  • Assist with audience development through researching and contacting potential patrons/participants
  • Maintain the budget assigned to this position
  • May participate in the occasional supervision and chaperoning of minors, in connection with Krannert Center engagement activities and university affiliate programs

 

Programming Support

  • Coordinate and organize incoming artist and agent requests in preparation for programming meetings.
  •  Assist staff in the scheduling of artist and agent meetings and in creation of meeting agendas.
  •  Assist in preparation of artist contracts and offer letters. 
  •  Work with events staff to coordinate incoming requests from campus entities for use of space as relates to programming considerations.
  •  Promote and represent the programs and resources of Krannert Center for Performing Arts through campus and
    community activities such as information and resource fairs and events and programs hosted throughout the
    community.
  •  Research and assist in preparation of grants to support engagement, programming, and new work development
    initiatives.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience at an arts and culture organization or university focused on planning, creating or implementing performing arts and/or visual arts events.

 

 Preferred Qualifications

  • Degree in arts management, performing arts, humanities, or social sciences.
  • Experience in arts-related community engagement and public events.