Employment Opportunities

Development Director-Part Time Position

First State Ballet Theatre, a professional dance company and school in its 25th year, seeks an enthusiastic and hard-working person to join the team as Development Director. The ideal candidate will have a passion for arts administration and possess the ability to work well with a small team and individually. This person will have the drive to navigate the organization through a time of opportunity and growth.

The Development Director reports to the Executive Director and oversees the planning, implementation, and operations to uphold the mission of the company.

Job duties

  • Coordinate development plans with Marketing Director

  • Implement Annual Fund/Campaigns, Grants, Sponsorships and Fundraising Events

  • Work closely with Board of Directors on all fundraising activities including special events, annual appeals, and project initiatives

  • Maintain and cultivate relationships with FSBT’s current funders and grantors

  • Monitor grant cycles and prepare and submit appropriate grant applications and reports to foundations, corporations, and government agencies

  • Identify new grants, funding and networking opportunities that are aligned with FSBT’s mission and goals

  • Maintain accurate and complete records of contributions, grants and other support

  • Maintain donor listing for program and website

  • Maintain a visible presence in the arts/dance community by being a spokesperson for FSBT

  • Keep abreast of activities and developments in the arts/dance community

  • Other duties as assigned

Compensation and Benefits

This is a part-time position. Salary range $25,000 - $30,000

Skills and Qualifications

  • College degree in alignment with position preferred, experience in non-profit setting a plus.

  • Ability to plan and act strategically.

  • Experience in Google Calendar, Google Drive (Docs and Forms), and other web applications.

  • Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher) and computer systems.

  • Passion for the arts.

 To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to kkambalov@firststateballet.org

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST - Whitehall Location

As a Front Desk Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for visitors and clients, providing excellent customer service and administrative support in a professional office setting.

Responsibilities: Greeting and welcoming visitors with a warm and friendly demeanor, answering and directing phone calls professionally, managing lobby, maintaining a clean and organized reception area and completing opening and closing checklist, helping place uniform orders using sizing kit.

Qualifications: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organizational and multitasking abilities, proficient in Microsoft Office suite, previous experience in a customer service or administrative role preferred, previous experience with Jackrabbit software and SquareSpace preferred.

Benefits: Opportunities for professional development and advancement, positive and supportive work environment, access to Adult Classes at Whitehall.

Hourly Pay starts at $15 per hour

Desired hours:

Wednesdays and Thursdays 4:00pm-8:30pm + Saturdays 8:30am-1:30pm

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to Aynsley Inglis at ainglis@firststateballet.org.

WARDROBE/PROPS MANAGER-Independent Contract Position

We are looking for a motivated and organized individual to manage wardrobe and props for our 2024-25 professional ballet season performances.

  • Approximately 12 non-consecutive weeks of work from August 2024 through April 2025 (centered around performance schedule).

  • Schedule and organize fittings, keep detailed listings of alterations, confirm their completion, pull and pack costumes for off-site performances, and other duties.

  • Moderate sewing is necessary for alterations and emergency repairs during performances (position may also manage duties for volunteers who assist with alterations).

  • Candidate must attend studio dress rehearsal and all tech, dress rehearsals and performances.

  • This individual would also organize and attend to props in a similar manner.

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to fsbt@firststateballet.org.