P/T Grunin Center for the Arts Program Specialist (25hrs/wk, Occasional Weekends/Nights)

The Position

This position is responsible for supporting various programs and operations of the Jay & Linda Grunin Center for the Arts including K-12 school shows, OCC events, rentals, public performances, and Wintrode Art Gallery exhibitions. Schedule will vary based on the programming calendar; weekend and nighttime availability required.
Classification: Non-Affiliated Administrator
Staff Duration: Part-Time 12 months

What You Will Do

• Assists immediate manager with planning and executing large educational programs, including but not limited to: Teen Arts Festival, Poetry Out Loud, and K-12 school performances; as well as educational workshops, lectures, and on-campus and off-campus residencies.
• Supports and attends assigned Grunin Center programs/events, including performances, college events, and rentals, which may include weekend and/or night hours.
• Supports front of house operations including assisting with artist merchandise.
• Serves as a substitute house manager as needed.
• Assists with coordination of artist hospitality and catering.
• Supports Wintrode Art Gallery exhibitions by assisting staff with installation/de-installation of artwork, visitor services, and public programs.
• Sits in the Wintrode Art Gallery during open viewing hours if not staffed; works with immediate manager to schedule and ensure staffing with volunteers and students.
• Coordinates a schedule of opportunities for OCC Student Clubs to sell concessions at Grunin Center public shows.
• Assists all directors with facilities maintenance requests, room reservations, and other administrative tasks.
• Related duties, projects, and tasks as assigned.

The Successful Candidate Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts, Arts, Education or closely related field.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associates’ degree or completion of sixty college credits with one additional year of experience may be accepted.

• At least two years of customer or client-facing experience, which includes interacting with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Minimum of one year of recent administrative or programmatic experience, preferably in an arts organization, theater, or academic setting.
• Requires strong organizational skills and ability to communicate verbally, in writing, and interpersonally.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.

Even Better If You Have

• Master’s degree
• Prior experience with leading detail-oriented projects or events.