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SCT is a great place to work! Whether you are a staff member, intern, teaching artist, actor, or volunteer, the SCT family welcomes you. We take great effort to foster a rewarding, enriching, and fun environment for everyone.
Seattle Children's Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of age, gender, marital status, physical/mental ability, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We seek to actively promote diversity in everything we do.
If you love storytelling, theatre, and inspiring young minds, you belong at SCT!
Position: Human Resources: Board and Staff Engagement
Department: Administration
Reports to: Managing Director
Classification: Full-time, exempt
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About SCT: At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, as such we value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and strive to build a staff, board and programming that reflects the diversity of the United States, as well as the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have historically been excluded from the Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) field.
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond.
Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement:To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
The Role: This is not your typical Human Resources role. This role serves as Human Resources Generalist for staff as well as administrative support for the board. Responsible for all administrative needs of the SCT board, helping to manage board communications, take minutes at meetings, set and organize calendars and overall information management.
Also responsible for providing comprehensive HR services to all employees and contractors of Seattle Children’s Theatre, the person in this role will have the support of HR consult Archbright. Additionally they will work closely with the Managing Director and the Artistic Director to develop, implement and manage all people-based initiatives within the theatre.
As part of SCT Leadership, this person takes shared responsibility in leadership activities, such as all-staff meetings, leading and participating in antiracism efforts and the development of a healthy organizational culture.
This role reports to the Managing Director and works closely with the heads of each department and other hiring managers from throughout the organization. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with the leadership of the SCT Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
As HR Generalist, this role will develop and implement people based initiatives in collaboration with other department leaders. This includes hiring and onboarding processes, new employee orientation, the process of annual reviews and ongoing employee relations. This portion of the job is intended to be 60% of the total time commitment
As Administrative Support to the SCT Board of Trustees, this role will work with the Managing Director and board leadership to make sure this group of volunteers is supported in their duties to the theater. This is anticipated to be roughly 40% of the time commitment.
As a member of SCT leadership, this role will share responsibility for the ongoing development of SCT’s work culture.
Education Skills & Experience:
Additional Skills and Certifications: None of these are required, but would be a benefit to the role.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This role may start as a remote work position. As we ramp up onsite work, you will enjoy working in a dynamic, non-profit environment. Experience or interest in theatre or youth arts education is a must. This role must access all parts of a large facility and be comfortable at times moving items such as tables and chairs.
Salary & Schedule: The Human Resources: Board and Staff Engagement role is a full-time, exempt position with a starting annual salary of $50,000. The typical schedule is 9-5 on weekdays, though occasional work outside that timeframe may be needed.Benefits include generous health care, dental and vision plans, as well as vacation, tickets to SCT shows, and free or reduced tuition for SCT classes.
Application Procedures: Please submit the following via email to Managing Director Kevin Malgesini at kevinm@sct.org. Please include your last name and Human Resources: Board and Staff Engagement in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled. Start date is flexible, Spring/Summer 2021.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Seattle Children’s Theatre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Department: Administration
Reports to: Managing Director
Classification: Full-time, exempt
_____________________________________________________________________________
About SCT: At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, as such we value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and strive to build a staff, board and programming that reflects the diversity of the United States, as well as the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have historically been excluded from the Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) field.
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond.
Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement:To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
The Role: This is not your typical Human Resources role. This role serves as Human Resources Generalist for staff as well as administrative support for the board. Responsible for all administrative needs of the SCT board, helping to manage board communications, take minutes at meetings, set and organize calendars and overall information management.
Also responsible for providing comprehensive HR services to all employees and contractors of Seattle Children’s Theatre, the person in this role will have the support of HR consult Archbright. Additionally they will work closely with the Managing Director and the Artistic Director to develop, implement and manage all people-based initiatives within the theatre.
As part of SCT Leadership, this person takes shared responsibility in leadership activities, such as all-staff meetings, leading and participating in antiracism efforts and the development of a healthy organizational culture.
This role reports to the Managing Director and works closely with the heads of each department and other hiring managers from throughout the organization. Additionally, this position collaborates closely with the leadership of the SCT Board of Trustees.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
As HR Generalist, this role will develop and implement people based initiatives in collaboration with other department leaders. This includes hiring and onboarding processes, new employee orientation, the process of annual reviews and ongoing employee relations. This portion of the job is intended to be 60% of the total time commitment
- Recruitment support for SCT staff, crew and interns. This includes finalizing job descriptions, managing job postings and implementing equity-centered recruiting and hiring practices and procedures.
- Employee orientation and employee handbook management.
- Supporting managers and employees in the Annual Review process.
- A resource for SCT staff, crew and guest artists in understanding Compensation and Benefits.
- Assists with the monitoring of the company wage and salary structure.
- Protects the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations.
- Conducts reference and background checks. Conducts an exit interview for all employees leaving the organization.
- Participation as a member of SCT’s Employee Safety Committee.
- Advises managers and supervisors about the steps in a progressive corrective process
- Strengthens internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization.
As Administrative Support to the SCT Board of Trustees, this role will work with the Managing Director and board leadership to make sure this group of volunteers is supported in their duties to the theater. This is anticipated to be roughly 40% of the time commitment.
- Manage board calendars, helping schedule and secure physical space or zoom credentials for all full board and committee meetings.
- Effectively communicate with the board, including weekly updates, meeting reminders and facilitating surveying and information collected when needed.
- Take minutes at committee and full board meetings, finalize minutes, review with leadership and circulate in a timely fashion.
- Partner with the board as needed for the effective administration of board duties.
As a member of SCT leadership, this role will share responsibility for the ongoing development of SCT’s work culture.
- Active participation and shared leadership in SCT Antiracism work.
- Collaboration on staff relations including communication, appreciation and retention efforts.
- Assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Director or the Artistic Director.
Education Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor degree or equivalent experience.
- Four+ years professional experience within Theatre Management or Human Resources or equivalent administrative experience.
- Experience working on employment contracts and/or collective bargaining agreements.
- Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel and demonstrated skills in record keeping.
- Effective oral and written communication.
- Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
- Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Additional Skills and Certifications: None of these are required, but would be a benefit to the role.
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred.
- General knowledge of employment laws and practice a plus.
- Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other Human Resources programs a plus.
- We seek someone with a deep commitment to theatre, young people, and SCT’s mission of reaching all people in our community and the skill to manage complex projects. Strong administrative skills are essential for this position.
- Flexibility, vision, energy, a collaborative approach and patience are other important qualities.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This role may start as a remote work position. As we ramp up onsite work, you will enjoy working in a dynamic, non-profit environment. Experience or interest in theatre or youth arts education is a must. This role must access all parts of a large facility and be comfortable at times moving items such as tables and chairs.
Salary & Schedule: The Human Resources: Board and Staff Engagement role is a full-time, exempt position with a starting annual salary of $50,000. The typical schedule is 9-5 on weekdays, though occasional work outside that timeframe may be needed.Benefits include generous health care, dental and vision plans, as well as vacation, tickets to SCT shows, and free or reduced tuition for SCT classes.
Application Procedures: Please submit the following via email to Managing Director Kevin Malgesini at kevinm@sct.org. Please include your last name and Human Resources: Board and Staff Engagement in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled. Start date is flexible, Spring/Summer 2021.
- Please submit a statement that speaks to what excites you about taking on this role, as well as your approach to equity, diversity and inclusion and antiracism. Being an antiracist organization is an important part of SCT’s mission, and we ask you to share the ways that imagine bringing EDI to your work. No ‘cover letters’ necessary.
- Resume including at least three professional references
- We require a full background check for all employees.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Seattle Children’s Theatre provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Position Title: Teaching Artist - American Sign Language Specialist
Department: Education
Supervisor: Program Manager (Arts-Based Learning/Community Engagement/Drama School)
Classification: Part-time/ Seasonal
About SCT: Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary: The American Sign Language Specialist is a position within our Teaching Artist faculty. This position will craft theatre-based curriculum and provide professional instruction for students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Children of Deaf Adults. Instructional topics are within the wide variety of Theatre Arts educational opportunities SCT provides, including Arts-Based Learning workshops, Community Engagement workshops/residencies, and Drama School classes and camps. Teaching Artists may be asked to provide mentorship for other teaching artists, fellows, interns, apprentice, and volunteer classroom assistants. Teaching Artists receive specific job assignments on a rolling basis dependent on expertise, availability, and program schedule. Classes are currently taught online until further notice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
Application Procedures: If you are interested in applying for this position please email resume, cover letter, 2 references, diversity statement, and any accessibility needs for the interview process to Johamy Morales, Director of Education at communityengagement@sct.org
No phone calls please. Position is open until filled.
Department: Education
Supervisor: Program Manager (Arts-Based Learning/Community Engagement/Drama School)
Classification: Part-time/ Seasonal
About SCT: Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children for 45 seasons of creative professional theatre and arts education classes for the Puget Sound region, and is one of the most prominent theatre organizations for young audiences in the United States and the world. SCT’s mission is to provide children of all ages access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, and we value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.
Position Summary: The American Sign Language Specialist is a position within our Teaching Artist faculty. This position will craft theatre-based curriculum and provide professional instruction for students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Children of Deaf Adults. Instructional topics are within the wide variety of Theatre Arts educational opportunities SCT provides, including Arts-Based Learning workshops, Community Engagement workshops/residencies, and Drama School classes and camps. Teaching Artists may be asked to provide mentorship for other teaching artists, fellows, interns, apprentice, and volunteer classroom assistants. Teaching Artists receive specific job assignments on a rolling basis dependent on expertise, availability, and program schedule. Classes are currently taught online until further notice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides culturally responsive instruction for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Children of Deaf Adults community
- Provides professional teaching artistry for all assigned classes, camps, workshops, and/or residencies
- Utilizes positive classroom management techniques for all students
- Develops, writes, evaluates, and implement curriculum on behalf of SCT programs
- Prepares classroom and materials prior to the start of class or workshop
- Collaborates and communicates with other teaching artist and educators
- Communicates and builds rapport with students, guardians, staff, teachers, and stakeholders
- Maintains acute records as required, including attendance and student medical and emergency information
- Represents education programs both within SCT and outside of SCT in a professional manner
- Mentors interns, apprentices, and fellows
- Attends professional development opportunities
- Attends faculty and orientation meetings
- Collaborates with program manager(s)
- Other duties as assigned
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of work experience in related field
- Minimum of one-year experience communicating with students using American Sign Language; American Sign Language Certification preferred
- Strong classroom management skills
- Commitment to culturally responsive teaching in the classroom is highly valued
- Ability to pass a full background check
- Reliable internet connection and/or mode of transportation for school residencies and workshops
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
- Enjoy working in a fast paced, non-profit environment
- Experience or interest in theatre
- Commitment to social justice work and interest in public health
- Clearances/background checks will be conducted
Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent on verification and completion of a background check, which include criminal history, and of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.
Additional Information: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Salary & Schedule:
- Hourly rate between $28-$40 per hour, based on experience
- Part-time/seasonal
- Starting date: flexible
- Monday thru Friday schedule, based on program demand
Application Procedures: If you are interested in applying for this position please email resume, cover letter, 2 references, diversity statement, and any accessibility needs for the interview process to Johamy Morales, Director of Education at communityengagement@sct.org
No phone calls please. Position is open until filled.
Position Title: Institutional Relations Office
Department: Development
Reports To: Director of External Relations
Classification: Regular/Full-time/Exempt
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About SCT: At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, as such we value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and strive to build a staff, board and programming that reflects the diversity of the United States, as well as the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have historically been excluded from the Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) field.
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond.
Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement: To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
Position Summary: Seattle Children’s Theatre seeks an experienced Institutional Relations Officer who will design and implement SCT’s strategy to maximize and steward revenue from foundations, government agencies, and corporations. This individual is responsible for program grants, corporate gifts, and sponsorships. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is responsible for $800,000 in annual revenue with a goal of growing to $1,000,000 over time. We seek a colleague with great skills to make us better together.
Like all positions at SCT, we take shared responsibility for the culture we build. As the Development Coordinator you will be expected to actively engage in all-staff meetings, SCT antiracism efforts, and the overall development of a healthy work culture.
The Institutional Relations Officer reports to the Director of Development, collaborates closely with the rest of the Development Team and manages a contract grant writer when needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
We seek someone with a deep commitment to theatre and SCT’s mission of reaching all people in our community and the skill to manage complex projects. Strong administrative skills are essential for this position. Flexibility, vision, energy, a collaborative approach and patience are other important qualities for someone in this position.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This role may start as a remote work position. As we ramp up onsite work, you will enjoy working in a dynamic, non-profit environment. Experience or interest in theatre or youth arts education is necessary. We require a full background check for all employees.
Salary & Schedule: The Institutional Relations Officer is a full-time, exempt position, with a starting salary of $60,000. The work schedule is primarily weekdays, 9:00 am - 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work required, particularly September – June.
Benefits include generous health care, dental and vision plans, as well as vacation, tickets to SCT shows, and free or reduced tuition for SCT classes.
Application Procedures: Please submit the following via email to hr@sct.org. Please include your last name and Institutional Relations Officer in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled. Start date is flexible, Spring/Summer 2021.
Additional Information: Seattle Children’s Theatre is committed to diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any employment decision based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, martial or veteran’s status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Department: Development
Reports To: Director of External Relations
Classification: Regular/Full-time/Exempt
_____________________________________________________________________________
About SCT: At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, as such we value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and strive to build a staff, board and programming that reflects the diversity of the United States, as well as the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have historically been excluded from the Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) field.
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond.
Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement: To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
Position Summary: Seattle Children’s Theatre seeks an experienced Institutional Relations Officer who will design and implement SCT’s strategy to maximize and steward revenue from foundations, government agencies, and corporations. This individual is responsible for program grants, corporate gifts, and sponsorships. Reporting to the Director of Development, this position is responsible for $800,000 in annual revenue with a goal of growing to $1,000,000 over time. We seek a colleague with great skills to make us better together.
Like all positions at SCT, we take shared responsibility for the culture we build. As the Development Coordinator you will be expected to actively engage in all-staff meetings, SCT antiracism efforts, and the overall development of a healthy work culture.
The Institutional Relations Officer reports to the Director of Development, collaborates closely with the rest of the Development Team and manages a contract grant writer when needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Sets the grant and corporate development agenda for SCT; outlines goals and identifies targets for growth. Develops, coordinates, and maintains an annual calendar of planned and available grant development activities.
- Leads planning and execution for sponsorship opportunities from identification to recognition.
- Partners with Education and Marketing teams to support development of high-impact programs and strategies that will appeal to both public and private funders.
- Oversees and directs contract grant writer in preparation of complex and varied grants and proposals in support of SCT goals.
- Writes and edits complex and varied government, foundation and corporate grant proposals, Letters of Intent, and amendments as required over the life of assigned grants; edits grant proposals for clarity, and strategic approach. Responsible for the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of grants submitted to government agencies and foundations, including adherence to relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
- Develops and maintains external relationships to facilitate funding opportunities. Meets with funders, elected officials and community leaders.
- Strategizes with Major Gift Officer to secure support from family foundations.
- Identifies, engages, solicits and stewards corporate partners who will support SCT through a combination of event sponsorships and/or grants, workplace giving, volunteer service, and outreach to their networks to broaden SCT's presence in the community and increase corporate investment in our work.
- Ensure the accuracy of all published materials in which donors are recognized; monitor and invoice all pledged and outstanding contributions for current fiscal year; manage and coordinate the delivery of all benefits, stewardship and post-event/post-show reporting ensuring that SCT is meeting their obligation for all deliverables; collaborate with Development staff in creation of invitation lists to ensure that all partners are included as appropriate; attend all donor events with corporate, foundation and/or government presence.
- Prepare and update reports on outcome of research and subsequent grants or proposals submitted for reporting at Development Committee meetings; gather input and information requested from theatre departments (box office reports, school show statistics, drama school registrations and other project-specific or general information, finance, leadership, etc.)
- Build new and positive relationships with companies by attending and improving SCT’s presence at networking, civic and social events
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- At least 3-5 years’ experience in revenue generation.
- Proven experience securing, managing, and growing corporate relationships a plus.
- Keen attention to detail and high level of confidentiality.
- Experience in cultivating and stewarding key volunteers, including board members, to develop and achieve agreed-upon goals.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple demands, manage shifting priorities, and meet deadlines.
- A high degree of initiative and be self-driven.
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and as part of a cross-disciplinary team.
- Ability to manage up.
- Ability to effectively develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships; ability to hear and incorporate others’ perspectives and build productive working relationships across groups and teams. Cultural competency to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Demonstrated problem solving ability.
- Ability to balance a diverse set of projects, both routine and new projects. Successfully manage shifting timelines and priorities with competing deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook.
- Experience with Tessitura a plus.
- Work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work independently, be flexible, and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
We seek someone with a deep commitment to theatre and SCT’s mission of reaching all people in our community and the skill to manage complex projects. Strong administrative skills are essential for this position. Flexibility, vision, energy, a collaborative approach and patience are other important qualities for someone in this position.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This role may start as a remote work position. As we ramp up onsite work, you will enjoy working in a dynamic, non-profit environment. Experience or interest in theatre or youth arts education is necessary. We require a full background check for all employees.
Salary & Schedule: The Institutional Relations Officer is a full-time, exempt position, with a starting salary of $60,000. The work schedule is primarily weekdays, 9:00 am - 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work required, particularly September – June.
Benefits include generous health care, dental and vision plans, as well as vacation, tickets to SCT shows, and free or reduced tuition for SCT classes.
Application Procedures: Please submit the following via email to hr@sct.org. Please include your last name and Institutional Relations Officer in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled. Start date is flexible, Spring/Summer 2021.
- Please submit a statement that speaks to what excites you about taking on this role, as well as your approach to equity, diversity and inclusion. EDI is an important part of SCT’s mission, and we ask you to share the ways that imagine bringing EDI to your work. No ‘cover letters’ necessary.
- Resume including at least three professional references.
- Please include 2 additional writing samples.
Additional Information: Seattle Children’s Theatre is committed to diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any employment decision based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, martial or veteran’s status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Position Title: Development Coordinator
Department: Development
Reports To: Annual Fund Manager
Classification: Regular/Full-time/Non-Exempt
_____________________________________________________________________________
About SCT: At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, as such we value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and strive to build a staff, board and programming that reflects the diversity of the United States, as well as the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have historically been excluded from the Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) field.
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond.
Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement: To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Development Manager, the Development Coordinator plays a key role on SCT’s Development Team. Interfacing with each member of the Development team, our candidate will also work with donors, board members and cross departmentally to perform the critical duties necessary to attract, renew and retain donors and friends of SCT in service of the Theatre’s contributed income goal of roughly $2M annually.
This position is critical to the success of SCT’s fundraising efforts and will split time and energy among the following areas in equal measure: donor stewardship and gift entry, support to the work of our grants and corporate funding efforts and special events. Using the Tessitura Database to manage gift entry and donor stewardship activities, this position also serves as the principal liaison with the Finance Department for daily gift entry reporting, monthly reconciliation, and annual audit.
Like all positions at SCT, we take shared responsibility for the culture we build. As the Development Coordinator you will be expected to actively engage in all-staff meetings, SCT antiracism efforts, and the overall development of a healthy work culture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This role may start as a remote work position. As we ramp up onsite work, you will enjoy working in a dynamic, non-profit environment. Experience or interest in theatre or youth arts education is necessary. We require a full background check for all employees.
Salary & Schedule: The Development Coordinator is a full-time, non-exempt position. Starting hourly rate is $17.50/ hr. The work schedule is primarily weekdays, 9:00 am - 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work required, particularly September – June. Benefits include generous health care, dental and vision plans, as well as vacation, tickets to SCT shows, and free or reduced tuition for SCT classes.
Application Procedures: Please submit the following via email to hr@sct.org. Please include your last name and Development Coordinator in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled. Start date is flexible, Spring/Summer 2021.
Additional Information: Seattle Children’s Theatre is committed to diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any employment decision based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, martial or veteran’s status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law.
Department: Development
Reports To: Annual Fund Manager
Classification: Regular/Full-time/Non-Exempt
_____________________________________________________________________________
About SCT: At SCT we are working to become an anti-racist organization, as such we value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work and strive to build a staff, board and programming that reflects the diversity of the United States, as well as the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage candidates from communities that have historically been excluded from the Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) field.
Since its inception in 1975, the Seattle Children’s Theatre (SCT), has served more than 4 million children through professional theatre and arts education in the Puget Sound region and beyond.
Seattle Children’s Theatre Mission Statement: To provide children of all ages with access to professional theatre, with a focus on new works, and theatre education.
Position Summary: Reporting to the Development Manager, the Development Coordinator plays a key role on SCT’s Development Team. Interfacing with each member of the Development team, our candidate will also work with donors, board members and cross departmentally to perform the critical duties necessary to attract, renew and retain donors and friends of SCT in service of the Theatre’s contributed income goal of roughly $2M annually.
This position is critical to the success of SCT’s fundraising efforts and will split time and energy among the following areas in equal measure: donor stewardship and gift entry, support to the work of our grants and corporate funding efforts and special events. Using the Tessitura Database to manage gift entry and donor stewardship activities, this position also serves as the principal liaison with the Finance Department for daily gift entry reporting, monthly reconciliation, and annual audit.
Like all positions at SCT, we take shared responsibility for the culture we build. As the Development Coordinator you will be expected to actively engage in all-staff meetings, SCT antiracism efforts, and the overall development of a healthy work culture.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Donor data entry, donor acknowledgements, reporting, and tracking of gifts. Ensures database information is accurate.
- Draft, update and process all donor acknowledgment letters and invoices.
- Support development team by creating, updating and running regular reports to track success toward goals.
- Follow and update departmental procedures and ensures data integrity by following a standardized protocol for data entry, maintenance, reports, and other data extraction.
- Maintain development files and records, establishes, and maintains effective systems for both.
- Provide administrative support for development office; processing mailings, scheduling meetings, preparing meeting agendas and materials as requested.
- Serve as primary contact for opening nights, donor events and plays critical role in SCT’s annual fundraiser.
- Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with all volunteers, staff, vendors and contractors in a spirit of teamwork and collaboration.
- Prepare appropriate materials for donor files, finance files, and batch files.
- Administer corporate matching gift processes, interfacing with corporate giving institutions as the point of contact for issues, account set up, inquiries, and maintenance tasks.
- Provide exceptional customer service to donors.
- Participate in the development and implementation of development office planning efforts, including calendar and deadline tracking, policies and procedures, and monthly revenue reporting.
- Manage Grants calendar to keep ahead of deadlines, work with DoD and Grant writer to update calendar and potential funding opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned to assure successful operations.
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- You will have administrative skill to handle complex projects and a deep dedication to theatre, education and the mission of reaching all the people in our community.
- Ability to learn new programs, especially Excel, Word and database programs like Tessitura.
- Cultural competency to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work independently, be flexible, and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- We seek someone with a deep commitment to theatre and SCT’s mission of reaching all people in our community and the skill to manage complex projects. Strong administrative skills are essential for this position. Flexibility, vision, energy, a collaborative approach and patience are other important qualities for someone in this position.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment: This role may start as a remote work position. As we ramp up onsite work, you will enjoy working in a dynamic, non-profit environment. Experience or interest in theatre or youth arts education is necessary. We require a full background check for all employees.
Salary & Schedule: The Development Coordinator is a full-time, non-exempt position. Starting hourly rate is $17.50/ hr. The work schedule is primarily weekdays, 9:00 am - 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work required, particularly September – June. Benefits include generous health care, dental and vision plans, as well as vacation, tickets to SCT shows, and free or reduced tuition for SCT classes.
Application Procedures: Please submit the following via email to hr@sct.org. Please include your last name and Development Coordinator in the subject line of your email. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled. Start date is flexible, Spring/Summer 2021.
- Please submit a statement that speaks to what excites you about taking on this role, as well as your approach to equity, diversity and inclusion. EDI is an important part of SCT’s mission, and we ask you to share the ways that imagine bringing EDI to your work. No ‘cover letters’ necessary.
- Resume including at least three professional references
Additional Information: Seattle Children’s Theatre is committed to diversity in the workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in any employment decision based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, martial or veteran’s status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law.