Employment Opportunities
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
Finance Assistant
Maintenance/Porter
Private Instructors / Teaching Artists
Scenic Carpenters
Usher Part-Time
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.
Finance 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 organized and experienced part time Finance Assistant.
Job Description
Under the direction of the Finance Manager and the general direction of the CFO, the Finance Assistant will support the organization’s financial operations by performing various accounting tasks.
Key responsibilities are as follows:
- Assist with accounts payable data entry using QuickBooks accounting software
- Prepare and process Monthly Bank Reconciliations
- Enter transactions from Ticketing Software into QuickBooks and Reconcile
- Record Box Office Checks, update deposit spreadsheet, record end of month Artist Fee deposit entries into QuickBooks
- Update Investment Reconciliation Spreadsheets, A/R Tracking bi-monthly, track receivables
- Filing as needed – Invoices, Bank Statements
- Assist the Department and Finance Manager with projects as needed
- Assist during Theatre Benefit events – yearly Galas and Golf outings
- Assist with year-end Audit and semi-year Audit Preparation
Qualifications
- BS degree preferred not required
- 1-2 years of Finance/Accounting Experience
- Detail oriented
- Good with numbers
- Positive personality
- Ability to multi-task
- Experience with QuickBooks and general accounting knowledge preferred but not necessary
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 $23-$25 for 20-25 hours a week. This is a hybrid role, to include a combination of on-site and remote work.
Maintenance/Porter – Count Basie Center for the Arts
Position Description:
The historic Count Basie Center for the Arts, in the ever-growing and beautiful downtown Red Bank, New Jersey, is seeking a part-time attentive and reliable Maintenance/Porter.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Senior Director of Facilities, the Maintenance/Porter will support the facilities department in maintaining all restrooms and public areas during performances in the Basie’s multiple locations. Our ideal candidate must be hard-working, attentive, punctual, and exercise good judgment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain cleanliness of all restroom facilities and monitor to ensure safe operations
- Sweep, mop, empty trash, restock supplies, and respond to clean up emergencies
- Comply with all safety and health regulations
- Continually monitor all trash and recycling bins in the lobby and bars
- Maintain the highest level of customer service and make sure customers are helped or responded to in a professional manner
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must have knowledge and experience in cleaning methods
- Light knowledge of plumbing and electric is required
- Ability to communicate well with supervisor and staff
- Willingness to uphold company standards for safety and efficiency
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend, kneel, and stoop
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends
This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Hourly pay rate is $17.00.
Interested candidates should apply online. No phone calls, please.
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.
Usher (Part Time)
The Count Basie Center for the Arts is seeking friendly, professional, and motivated ushers with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Ushers greet and escort patrons to their seats in an efficient and professional manner. Ushers must be knowledgeable about the Basie, its policies, and programs to answer guest questions and to ensure that the rules and regulations of the venue are being adhered to. This is a part-time position and the number of hours worked is dependent upon availability and scheduling needs.
Qualifications: Excellent communication and customer service skills, friendly and positive manner, and physical ability to stand and seat patrons. Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays. Qualified ushers will also be expected to scan tickets, assist with merchandise selling, and help with special events.
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.