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Student Staff Development Manager

Gain valuable career experience and become a Norris Student Employee Leader!

Who May Apply Any undergraduate student may apply for a student supervisory position at Norris

All current Supervisors wishing to continue their leadership role must re-apply for next year
Work-Study is recommended but not required for all positions

University Career Advancement

Visit the Career Advancement website for sample cover letters and resumes, and information on other career services.

How to Apply

Look in the table below to find the Norris leadership job(s) you are interested in
Prepare your cover letter and resume as Word, text, or PDF files
Apply for Center Manager position here: https://forms.dosa.northwestern.edu/view.php?id=853965
Apply for all other supervisor positions here: https://forms.dosa.northwestern.edu/view.php?id=853965

NOTE: More positions will likely be added later during the current academic year.

2021-22 Norris Leadership Positions

Position Title	Position Description	Contact Information
Center Manager	Center Manager Job Description	Meredith Ciesemier Assistant Director, Facilities meredith@northwestern.edu
Performance and Satellite Venue Supervisor	Performance and Satellite Venue Supervisor The Norris Center Performance Venues Supervisors work closely with the Production Manager to oversee staffing and operations of the Norris Center Performance and Satellite Venues including Cahn Auditorium, Ryan Family Auditorium, Shanley Pavilion, Lutkin Hall, the Great Room, and the 2122 Performance Hall. PSV student staff will also support the Norris Tech Services team in the NTS office or on events, including virtual or hybrid events.	Emily Crespo Performance Production Manager e-crespo@northwestern.edu
Center Desk Supervisor	2023-2024 Center Desk Supervisor Center Desk Student Supervisors are responsible for the effective operation of the Norris Center Desk through their coordinated efforts and those of their student staff. Comprising part of the administrative body of the Center Desk, they direct operations within the office when the Operations Manager is unavailable.	Meredith Ciesemier Assistant Director, Facilities meredith@northwestern.edu
Student Staff Development Manager	SSDM Job Description 2023.pdf The central responsibility of the Student Staff Development Manager (SSDM) is the continual development and positive advancement of the student staff experience at Norris University Center and its Performance and Satellite Venues. The goals of this position include strengthening of communication, teamwork, and overall programming for the student staff program to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for fellow student staff members.	Meredith Ciesemier Assistant Director, Facilities meredith@northwestern.edu

Note: Current student supervisors will have to reapply for their positions. If the positions in the department that you apply for are filled, there is an opportunity for your application to be sent to other departments still in need of leadership roles.

Questions?

If you have any questions about the Norris Student Leadership Search, please contact the manager listed for each job above.

Applicants must participate in a paid all-staff training in the fall (tentative) and area-specific training time as scheduled by your supervisor; be subject to quarterly reviews by area supervisors; complete quarterly employment surveys and/or evaluations; and attend regular staff development and advancement opportunities throughout the academic year.