Career Opportunities

Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) in Morristown, NJ seeks an enthusiastic, outgoing individual interested in becoming part of the box office team. If you enjoy theatre, music and art in all forms, this may be the perfect job for you. Flexible hours (about 20-25 per week) include daytime office hours selling tickets and answering patrons’ questions about upcoming events. The job also includes possible evening and weekend hours during performances. The position requires some computer and telephone experience. Previous ticketing experience a plus but not required. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

At MPAC we encourage and promote open-minded thinking and honest dialogue and utilize the Arts as a catalyst for cross-cultural collaborations that celebrate and embrace our community’s rich diversity.  We also believe in providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons in our recruitment and hiring practices.

This is an in-person part-time position.

Pay rate starts at $17 per hour.

Part-time employees are not eligible for health, dental, vision, FSA and 403b benefits.

Please send interest and resume to Jennifer Clarke jclarke@mayoarts.org

The Assistant Production Manager assists the Production Management Team with oversight of all production aspects to ensure the highest possible production standards for all Mayo Performing Arts Center Events. This position reports directly to the Production Director.

Job duties include, but are not limited to, assisting the Production Management Team in the following areas:

• Coordinate all aspects of visiting productions on show days, from load-in through load-out, including on-site logistics, crew supervision, communication with road crews and artists, artist amenities, and venue security.
• Managing the activities of all technical staff, including IATSE stagehands, MPAC full and part-time production staff and interns.
• Resolving procedural, operational and other work-related issues by working with all parties involved to create a mutually satisfactory conclusion.
• Record and report all production employee incidents that may require medical or disciplinary action.
• Monitor and evaluate all aesthetic aspects of in house and touring performances.
• Other assigned Production duties.

Administrative duties include, but are not limited to, assisting the Production Management Team in the following areas:

• Possess basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, email, and internet use
• Manage scheduling, staffing and budgeting for all aspects of show production.
• Manage and monitor all production related expenses.
• Attend weekly production department meetings.
• Act as a liaison between MPAC production department and all other MPAC departments.
• Organizing, maintaining and diligently updating the production department show files.
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

All MPAC Production employees MUST have the following qualifications:

• Must have a working understanding of contemporary and traditional event production and presentation techniques for theatrical, dance, musicals, opera, concerts, films and lecture presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written format
• Demonstrate experience working with a culturally diverse workforce and constituency.
• Demonstrate ability and skill to exercise diplomacy in dealing with others and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Must, at all times, promote a productive work environment and enforce all safety protocols initiated by management.

This is a full-time in person position with a salary range of $40,000 - $45,000 which is commensurate with experience. Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, FSA, and 403b retirement benefits.

Please send your resume and cover letter to Chris Ball, cball@mayoarts.org. No phone calls please.

MPAC is seeking a full-time Development Associate to join its busy Development Department. Experience with database management, data entry, list extraction and Excel is required. The Development Associate supports the Development Department through effective management of database systems, assists with growing the membership program and participates in other events including the Center’s largest fundraiser of the year, the Starlight Ball. This position spearheads financial reporting for the department (donations, grants, event expenses), online giving functions and data entry through proficiency in the organization’s CRM (Tessitura).  This position ensures the integrity of the Development Department’s CRM records, data and provides reporting and analytical data from the CRM, assists with donor/membership cultivation and stewardship efforts, and manages key operational processes to advance fundraising and engagement goals. Attendance at selected evening meetings and evening/weekend special events including, but not limited to the Starlight Ball, the Spring Fundraiser, the Chairman’s Reception is required.

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To apply Please email resume with cover letter to mpacdev@mayoarts.org

No phone calls.

Salary Range Commensurate with Experience: $50,000-$55,000

Job Description:

Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 1,300+ seat non-profit performing arts center in northern NJ, is seeks an hourly event staff to supervise and implement all front-of-house activities. Event Staff will be scheduled based on the theatre’s calendar of events and on an as needed basis at the discretion of the Operations Director.

Responsibilities include (training is provided):

• Setup and maintain one or more concessions and merchandise areas at performances.
• Ensure the theatre is fully prepared for patron needs at each performance.
• Concessions reconciliation and accounting procedures are necessary, at the beginning and end of all events, to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.
• Supervisory skills to direct cleaning and parking companies on every performance.
• Open and supervise theatre lobby, greeting patrons entering the theatre.
• Handle all patron issues (ticketing conflicts, complaints, medical emergencies, etc.) in a positive and friendly and efficient manner.
• Compile and prepare performance reports for Management’s approval.
• Close up the theatre at the end of shift and ensure all patrons have exited and building is secure.
• Event Staff will be required to assist with bus traffic, and children’s safety for our school time shows. Also responsible to assist children in and out of the facility, greet chaperones/teachers/bus drivers upon arrival, and guide the students outside to waiting chaperones, teachers and guardians.
• Education Department needs door personnel for various classes, at different locations and event staff will cross train for this purpose, at the discretion of the Operations Director. Safety, courtesy and knowledge of class schedules and locations are a prerequisite.  Training will be conducted mutually by the Operations and Education Department
• Event Staff will also be responsible to carry out responsibilities above at various off-site community engagement events.
• Other duties required, as necessary, to ensure the successful implementation of events at the theatre.

Qualifications (*flexible dependent on applicant’s needs):

• Excellent customer service skills and communication skills. Will provide training as mandated by Operations Department.
• Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel are necessary.
• Comfortable with handling and disbursing money; and operating/reporting on a POS system.*
• Willing and able to work day/nights, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Comfortable with and prior experience working with the public.
• Theater background a plus, but not required.
• Previous management experience a plus.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.*
• Able to stand on your feet for up to 10 hours at a time.*
• Ability to fix and repair seats, frames, light fixture replacements, and spot cleaning in between performances is a plus, but not necessary.*
• Willing and able to pass a criminal background check.

All employees must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.

Pay rate starts at $17 per hour. Part-time employees are not eligible for health, dental, vision, FSA and 403b benefits.

Please email resume with cover letter and 3 professional references to Lee@mayoarts.org. Please include RE: Assistant House Manager in subject line.  You may also mail cover letter and resume to the attention of Lee Kaloidis, Vice President of Operations, or apply online below.  Please no phone calls.

Job Description:

Mayo Performing Arts Center is seeking Parking Attendants for evening shows, daytime shows, including weekend shifts (both day and night) to assist theatergoers where to park for a show. We do not have our own parking lot but use several community lots in Morristown for select performances.

Responsibilities include:

• Aid patrons with parking options and directions prior to performances.
• Familiarize yourself with Morristown’s parking options and local amenities.
• Handle parking complaints in a positive and friendly manner and help maintain a positive experience for all patrons.
• Direct patrons to box office for tickets
• Direct patrons to the house manager on duty to better assist their needs

Requirements (*flexible dependent on applicant’s needs):

• Good customer service skills necessary
• Position requires being able to stand for up to four hours during shift*.
• Criminal background checks required.
• Must be fluent in English
• Call time is 2 hours and 15 minutes prior to the start of a performance.

Application Notes:

Pay of $50/shift

Part-Time employees are not eligible for health, dental, vision, FSA and 403b benefits.

Please send inquiries to: Lee Kaloidis, Vice President of Operations, Lee@mayoarts.org or apply online below.

Mayo Performing Arts Center in Morristown, NJ has openings for hourly Operations Maintenance, Grounds and Event Cleaning positions, tasked with cleaning, maintenance throughout the facility as per the direction of the Vice President of Operations. Additional duties would include, but not limited to light landscaping and snow removal, as well anything associated with maintaining the Theatre’s properties and inside the facilities. Candidate must have an attention to detail and be proactive. Prior experience with cleaning and maintenance preferable. Must be available on nights and weekends as schedule will vary depending on the event schedule. Salary starts at $20 per hour, but commensurate with experience. Part-time employees are not eligible for health, dental, vision, FSA and 403b benefits. Please submit resume and cover letter to Lee Kaloidis, Operations Director, lee@mayoarts.org or apply online below.