Manager, Operations, Executive And Board Affairs

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Description

SAB OVERVIEW

The School of American Ballet (SAB) at Lincoln Center, founded by George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, is the preeminent ballet school in the country. Our mission is to train professional dancers for careers in classical ballet with New York City Ballet (our affiliated but independent company) and other professional ballet companies worldwide.

DIVERISTY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

At the School of American Ballet, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components of a successful and thriving workplace. We strive to create an environment that values and respects the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees, students, parents, and stakeholders. SAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to an equitable and inclusive program and a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Manager of Operations, Executive, & Board Affairs is responsible for ensuring that the SAB facilities, Office of the Executive Director, and Board of Directors operate efficiently and achieve success. In addition, the Manager oversees the production management of the annual SAB Workshop Performances. The Manager works closely with the Executive Director to guarantee the School's success, while also collaborating with Lincoln Center's operations colleagues to maintain facilities, engineering, and security. The Manager serves as the primary contact person for the 45-member Board of Directors, who are committed and devoted to the School's mission. The salary range for this dynamic role is $70-75K annually.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Operations/Facilities and Security/Emergency Preparedness

• To establish a secure environment, it is necessary to collaborate with the IT Manager and communicate with Lincoln Center Security and Rose Building staff on matters related to security and emergency needs, emergency drills, equipment, and maintenance.
• Supervision of the annual August maintenance tasks, such as cleaning, painting, and studio maintenance, is part of the responsibilities.
• Collaborating with the Executive Director and Director of Finance, identifying future needs and developing plans to execute construction/facilities projects is a key responsibility.
• To ensure the operational efficiency of the SAB ballet studio, administrative and residential floors located in the Lincoln Center Rose Building, it is essential to request and manage all facility maintenance, including both immediate repairs and ongoing maintenance – in partnership with the Lincoln Center facilities team and external vendors.

Executive Affairs/Board Liaison

• Oversee the management of meetings for the Board, Executive Committee, Governance Committee, and Strategic Planning Committee by issuing notices, monitoring attendance, and recording minutes, among other responsibilities.
• The role of the communications manager for the Executive Director's office encompasses handling scheduling, maintaining calendars, and managing correspondence.
• Collaborate with the Director of Development to organize orientations for new Board members, and maintain Board orientation materials, the Board reference handbook, and archival materials for Board and Committee meetings.

Workshop Performance Production

• Collaborate with Juilliard theater staff, create production and company schedules, attend all production meetings to ensure successful execution of the performances, secure choreography and music rights, and oversee school-wide Workshop budget.
• Oversee and coordinate all production aspects of SAB's professionally-staged, annual public performances in June, including the contracting of outside professionals such as PSMs, ASMs, Conductors, Lighting Designers, professional musicians, NYCB wardrobe staff.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following qualifications:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with diverse staff, board members, donors, parents, and students at all levels and socio-economic status.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in administration, executive assistant, project and/or facilities management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, MS Teams, Zoom, WEBEX and other video conferencing software.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism.
• A professional and mature demeanor, with a positive attitude, emotional intelligence, and personal warmth
• The ability to manage multiple and competing demands and deadlines with great attention to detail with minimal oversight.
• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• A strong commitment to SAB's mission and core values.

• Commuter benefits
• Paid Time Off (20 Vacation days, 10 Sick days, including Public and Religious Holidays)
• Health Care Plan (Medical & Dental (dental plan is company-sponsored)
• FSA and DCFSA benefits
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Retirement Plan (403b) with company match after one year of service
• Paid two-week winter break in mid-December

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