Musical Theatre Program Manager

Benefits:

HRA

Job Summary

Reporting to the Program Director (PD), the Program Manager is responsible for the successful day-to-day management of Kid Stock’s performing arts education programs in accordance with the strategic direction and mission of the organization.

General Accountabilities

1. Program Planning and Management
   • Giving key input to inform the development of the organization's strategic plan.
   • Managing the implementation of day-to-day operations for Kid Stock Inc.’s programs.
   • Monitor and report to PD on day-to-day delivery of Kid Stock’s programs (i.e. production calendars, staff schedules, set/prop transport, costumes, curriculum, content etc.), ensuring all programs contribute to the organization’s mission and reflect the priorities outlined by the PD.
   • Being the liaison between Kid Stock and its partners. Gathering information on each program’s needs and making recommendations to the PD regarding program structure, facility needs, registration logistics etc.
   • Participate in the selection of all Programs production themes and coordinate preparation of corresponding content (i.e scripts, music, costumes, set, props etc.)
   • Provide bi-weekly program reports to PD.
   • Scheduling and assigning staff for all programs.
2. Human Resources
   • Serve on Kid Stock’s hiring panel, giving hiring, promotion, re-assignment, or termination recommendations regarding program staff to the PD.
   • Give recommendations and insights regarding staff training, and professional development needs.
   • Participate in facilitation of training and professional development for all program instructors and staff as requested by the PD or as identified by you.
   • Be a resource, coach, and guide for on-site instructors regarding classroom management, daily tasks, and overall site needs.
   • Supervise volunteer activities as requested by the PD.
   • Be a witness to disciplinary procedures for Program Instructors and Staff when necessary, using legally sound practices.
   • Personally fill in as an instructor, as needed.
3. Financial Planning and Development
   • Be the liaison between parent or partner fundraising connections.
   • Give budget recommendations to the PD regarding program needs.
   • Monitor program budgets and resources in a responsible manner, reporting foreseeable discrepancies in a timely manner.
4. Marketing and Communications
   • As requested by the PD, represent Kid Stock Inc. and assist with program related presentations at internal, community, or industry events to share information on current programming.
   • Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with program partners.
   • Recommend marketing needs based on current program trends.

*The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Job Qualifications

Education: B.A. in related field, M.A. (a plus), or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 3-plus years teaching experience, or equivalent experience
• 5-plus years Program Management experience
• 1-plus years in budget management

Driver’s License and transportation required.

Skills

• Basic Skills
  • Active Learning
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Learning Strategies
  • Monitoring
  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication
• Social Skills
  • Coordination
  • Instructing
  • Negotiation
  • Service Orientation
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Judgment and Decision Making
• Resource Management Skills
  • Management of Material Resources
  • Management of Personnel Resources
  • Time Management
• Computer Skills
  • Spreadsheets
  • Word Processing
  • Google Suite

Physical Requirements and Work Setting

• Standing: Constantly
• Sitting: Constantly
• Bending: Occasionally
• Twisting: Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally
• Hand Use/Gripping: Frequently
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Lifting and Carrying: < 40 Lbs. Occasionally

Work Setting: Indoor Temperature Controlled Environment. Most work will occur in an indoor instructional setting. Occasionally instruction will occur outdoors (weather permitting).