Employment Opportunities

 

Employment

 

Founded in 1926, The Count Basie Center for the Arts is New Jersey’s premier center for the cultural arts, and its commitment to being a diverse, equitable and inclusive (DEI) performing arts organization is at the core of our mission to Inspire, Educate and Entertain.

As part of that commitment, the Count Basie Center has established a staff DEI task force as well as a board DEI committee. Our purpose is to intentionally embrace and amplify positive change toward diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in every area of our organization, including programming, education, staffing, board recruitment, and community engagement.

The Count Basie Center is determined to provide an inclusive environment in which all who walk through our doors can do so as their most authentic selves. We firmly believe that everyone of all backgrounds and identities deserves access to experience the enrichment that the arts contribute to a full life.

Please note:

  • All candidates must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.
  • All candidates must apply online by clicking the job application link included with each description.

 

Open Positions:
Arts Academy Assistant
Assistant House Manager
Private Instructors / Teaching Artists
Scenic Carpenters

Arts Academy Assistant at the Count Basie Center for the Arts

Position Description
The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in the ever-growing and beautiful downtown Red Bank, New Jersey, is seeking a highly motivated and creative part time Arts Academy Assistant to support the overall organization’s education efforts and growth of Count Basie Center’s Turner Academy of the Arts and its programs.

Job Description
Under the direction of the Director of Education and the general direction of the Vice President of Education and Outreach, the Arts Academy Assistant will support the organization’s education efforts through administrative assistance for the day-to-day ongoings of all Academy programs, supporting students, and maintaining relationships with staff, partners, parents, and teaching artists.

Key responsibilities are as follows:

Learn all administrative duties of the Count Basie Center’s Turner Academy of the Arts:

  • Interfacing with parents and students
  • Supporting students in getting to their lessons/classes
  • Responding to and fielding student and parent questions and needs
  • Supporting the registration process and software
  • Supporting calendars and class schedules
  • Assist with studio set up
  • May be requested for special events, nights and weekends as needed/available
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

  • Bilingual (Spanish) required
  • Previous non-profit arts education/administration or experience in a related field
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with staff at all levels, and interact with patrons, students, teachers, parents, and community members
  • Detail oriented, self-starter, with strong organizational and time management skills
  • Must be a team player and be able to work in a fast-paced environment and across departments
  • Strong skills in database management and all Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This is a part-time, non-exempt position and includes eligibility to participate in the Basie’s 401(k)-retirement plan with company match. The hourly pay rate is $20/hr. The work schedule is Monday – Friday for 20 hours per week. Hours may vary by day between the hours of 2:30pm and 8:30pm.

APPLICATION FORM

 

Assistant House Manager at the Count Basie Center for the Arts

Position Description
The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in the ever-growing and beautiful downtown Red Bank, New Jersey, is seeking an outgoing, service oriented, experienced part-time Assistant House Manager to support our Front of House operations.

Job Description
Reporting to the House Manager, the Assistant House Manager is responsible for supporting all aspects of Front of House operations for our campus, which consists of the historic Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre as well as our second venue, the Vogel. This individual should possess superior customer service skills, with the ability to independently make quick decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment and to be able to communicate concisely and effectively with both our patron base and our Front of House team. We are looking for someone outgoing, responsible, self-sufficient, meticulous, diligent, respectful, and savvy to fill this role, with demonstrated leadership abilities and experience in de-escalation and conflict resolution.

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional and courteous customer service for our campus by handling patron inquiries and addressing any issues as they occur during an event, while ensuring the safety and comfort of all visiting patrons.
  • Work in tandem with the Box Office for all ticketing conflicts.
  • Oversee the completion of all pre-show duties, including the distribution of programs and facility preparations.
  • Assist in the creation of Front of House Assignment Sheets for the usher staff for both campus venues.
  • Supervise the usher staff during performances, ensuring that they follow all Front-of-House policies and procedures, providing direction and training as necessary.
  • Prepare the Vogel prior to show time, in accordance with the Floor Plan in use. Duties include, adjusting tables, laundering tablecloths, distributing candles, menus, & centerpieces, and helping the ushers to complete all necessary tasks before opening to the public.
  • Help to facilitate VIP and Meet & Greet events, including staffing check-in tables, distributing merchandise or badges, and supervising activities.
  • Assume the responsibilities of the House Managers when they are not present, including compiling information and details about each performance into a show report and completing payroll for each shift.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or beyond, or equivalent experience.
  • Two to five years of direct customer service experience, preferably in the performing arts or hospitality industries.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, & time management skills. Must be able to think on your feet and work under pressure.
  • Experience dealing with a wide variety of people & personalities.
  • Computer literacy required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel & Word, as well as Google Docs.
  • Availability during non-traditional hours; mostly evenings and weekends.
  • Able to stand during work shifts. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, if needed.
  • Familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its guidelines for compliance.
  • CPR and/or First Aid certification preferred.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position and includes eligibility to participate in the Basie’s 401(k)-retirement plan. Hourly pay rate is $18.00. Interested candidates should apply on the Basie website at https://thebasie.org/jobs/. No phone calls please.

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Scenic Carpenters – Phoenix Productions

Phoenix Productions is the community theatre company of the Count Basie Center for the Arts. For more than three decades, Phoenix’s presentations at the Count Basie Center have offered actors and audiences alike the opportunity to showcase and experience the finest community theatre in the region.

Phoenix is currently looking for creative and resourceful people who can take a hands-on approach in a fast paced, community theatre scenic construction shop. We’re seeking dynamic, self-sufficient scenic carpenters; team members who are simultaneous problem solvers, and always ready to jump in to help build, install and strike themed scenery. This is an opportunity to use your carpentry skill set to entertain thousands of people!

Required Skills:

  • Safe operation and knowledge of hand and power tools as well as typical woodshop equipment
  • Work with wood, metals, plastics and other materials to build and/or repair scenic elements
  • Ability to read shop and construction drawings
  • Knowledge of various panel materials such as pvc, aluminum, acrylic, etc a plus
  • Demonstrate high quality, precision work with clean finish results consistently
  • Experience with CNC machine and theatrical rigging a huge plus

Qualifications:

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Two (2) years Carpentry experience
  • Two (2) years work experience, preferably in scenic, set, theatre or finish carpentry
  • Positive, hardworking attitude
  • Team oriented
  • Ability to problem solve

Flexible work hours available (5-20 hours a week) – can work days, evenings and/or weekends.

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Private Instructors / Teaching Artists

The Count Basie Center Academy and Monmouth Conservatory of Music are currently seeking qualified instructors and / or teaching artists for private lessons and group classes. Priority needs are in in the following disciplines:

  • Violin / Viola
  • Piano
  • Vocals

Ideal candidates are responsible for teaching private lessons and group classes to students of all ages and abilities. The ability to teach beginning students is also necessary. Teaching artists and Private Instructors must show organizational skills and an ability to effectively communicate with students, parents and staff.

Qualifications: 

  • Degree in your art form(s), education, or relevant experience
  • At least 2 years of teaching artist experience within a diverse age group and educational and/or studio settings
  • Exceptional knowledge of content in your arts genre
  • Strong communication skills
  • Classroom management skills
  • The ideal candidate is someone who has a passion for arts education and can commit to a consistent schedule
  • Bilingual a plus

This is a part-time, hourly position.  Pay is $40 – $60/hr

Candidates must furnish a complete resume, along with a cover letter summarizing their desire to work for the Basie and the Basie’s Monmouth Conservatory. These materials should describe previous teaching and performing experiences in all art forms, ages and levels, in private or public studios or schools. Candidates should also list experience with bilingual learners and / or students with disabilities.

We require that all employees submit to and clear a fingerprint and background check. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

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