Student Services and Studio ManagerexpiredThe Circus Project |
Description:Posted Date 11/02/2021 Description The Circus Project is a center for circus education and artist development in Portland, Oregon. We use contemporary circus arts as a catalyst for personal and collective transformation. The Student Services & Studio Manager will cultivate and nourish relationships with students, manage front desk operations, and manage scheduling of coaches, classes, and the Circus Project’s facilities. This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position. Pay: $40,000 - $44,000/year for full time salary, depending on experience Benefits: Health insurance, 22 days flexible paid time off, flexible schedule Hours: This is a 0.75 - 1.0 FTE exempt position (FTE expectation negotiable). Some weekends and evenings are required for events. This position is a point person for emergencies. Circus Coaching: Coaching hours are not factored into the salary. Administrative FTE and salary may be adjusted to include coaching if desired and appropriate. Location: Our administrative team is currently mostly remote. As pandemic restrictions are lifted some work may continue remotely, or occur at the Circus Project offices. Frequent in-person attendance at meetings and events will be required. Reports to: Program Director Manages: Front Desk Desired Start Date: December 2021 RESPONSIBILITIES Front Desk Management As the first point of contact for current and potential students, the Front Desk team will cultivate and nourish close relationships with the Circus Project’s community. The Front Desk team are the go-to staff for students and coaches during classes, and the primary face of the Circus Project for students and visitors. Onboard, schedule, and train staff for reception desk Recommend and implement new registration policies The Front Desk Team will: Greet all customers at the door Promptly answer or return all phone calls and emails Track attendance and follow up with students missing more than a few days Support new students on their first day Ensure the studio is clean and orderly during classes Manage class registration and schedule private lessons using Mindbody software Scheduler Make and staff the gym schedule each term in a manner that is consistent with budget projection Keep Google Calendars up to date and accurate with the online and studio class schedules Find and confirm substitute coaches for in person and online classes Field and staff all advance notice sub requests Support coaches with sub needs after the deadline has passed. Cancel difficult-to-staff classes Support connecting coaches for lesson plans Lead process for securing last minute subs with support from other Managers and front desk Be an advocate, resource, and support for coaches and students Make supply and equipment recommendations Make general recommendations to the Program Director Support updating policies related to coaches and classes Pay attention to whether coaches have the information they need to do their job. Follow up with coaches directly or direct the need to the appropriate Manager or the Program Director. Mindbody, Stats, and TimecardsCoach Payroll Pull coach payroll reports from Mindbody monthly Work with coaches and the Office Manager to resolve payroll discrepancies Alert Office Manager about any new coaches or unusual time card entries Track and report enrollment and tuition statistics Work with Office Manager to keep Mindbody functional for The Circus Project Other Duties as Needed The Circus Project is a small, flexible, and evolving, not-for-profit organization. The Student Services and Studio Manager will be expected to share in the tasks needed to make The Circus Project a successful organization, sometimes jumping in to fill a gap that is not part of this job description. QUALIFICATIONS Ability to view job duties through an equity lens Enthusiasm for The Circus Project’s mission and programming Excels at building relationships in-person, online, and over the phone Demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues Thorough attention to detail Familiarity with spreadsheets Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines Ease with technology. This job will require frequent use of: Mindbody Google Drive/G Suite Slack Asana Excellent planning, task management, and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities amidst uncertainty Excellent email etiquette and clarity of written communication Experience with Mindbody or another class registration software is a plus, but not required QUALITIES To be successful in this role and at this time in The Circus Project’s evolution, the Student Services and Studio Manager will have many of these qualities: Willingness to start and engage in conversations with colleagues and board members about racism, privilege, and white fragility Ability to self-advocate and ask for help when needed Ability to manage and complete tasks in an asynchronous work environment without daily supervision Communication and transparency Openness to experimentation, trying new things, imperfection, iteration Ability to prioritize ACCESSIBILITY & WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires daily use of a computer. Position requires ability to communicate via written and in-person methods. Fluency in English required. The ground floor of our indoor studio, including the all-user bathroom, is ADA accessible. The secondary office, storage, and programming spaces are up a flight of stairs and not wheelchair accessible. Workspace accommodations are available, including primarily remote/work from home. This position requires ability to travel to other locations via any reliable transportation means. Our Outdoor Domes location is not currently ADA accessible. The Circus Project is an equal opportunity employer. We invite and strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, and people with traditionally marginalized identities or lived experiences to apply. All Circus Project employees are mandatory reporters. A background check is required before beginning employment. All Circus Project employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19, or request reasonable accommodations for health or sincerely held religious beliefs. The Circus Project requires employees to refrain from wearing synthetic fragrances in our studio and at events. This is for the health and safety of those in our community with multiple chemical sensitivities. TO APPLY Send resume and cover letter to [email protected] with Student Services and Studio Manager in the subject line. Please attach the resume and cover letter as a single PDF document. What we’ll be looking for as we review these materials: Does the applicant meet the minimum qualifications? What skills and qualities would the applicant bring to our team? Does enthusiasm for our mission come across? Does this position support the applicant’s professional goals? Do the materials demonstrate a personable, concise, and easy to understand communication style?
Application Deadline:
Feb. 28, 2022
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Administrative
Job Location:
United States,
Portland |