The Sarasota Ballet School is looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized, and initiative-taking individual to join our team as School Administrator. Knowledge of the field is a significant asset and proficiency in Microsoft programs and Google Suite are required. The hours of work will be Monday through Friday, 9:30am – 5:30pm. Weekend and evening hours will be required for Education events throughout the year.

About The Sarasota Ballet School:

The Sarasota Ballet School is part of the Education department and offers a quality dance education for children and adults ages 3 and above. Throughout the year, the School offers students performance opportunities including participating in the annual Nutcracker. The Sarasota Ballet School is connected to The Sarasota Ballet, a world-class professional Company and one of the leading arts organizations in Sarasota.

Duties:

• First point of contact for parents, families and adult students ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Communicate with families and students, maintaining positive relations with all constituents.
• Promptly answer any questions and inquiries received.
• Prepare, schedule, and follow up on all trial/placement classes.
• Assist with registration and enrollment of new students as well as withdrawals of any students leaving the program.
• Facilitate all billing by ensuring discounts, financial aid and special arrangements are accounted for as well as communicating and resolving any billing issues in a timely manner.
• Updating and tracking financials on a rolling basis.
• Assist in managing School and Company merchandise.
• Assist Education Administrative Manager in Summer Intensive communications, excursion planning and day-to-day support during Intensive.
• Attend meetings as scheduled regarding upcoming events, projects, and duties.
• Prepare and send out mass communication emails using a mail platform.
• Assist in preparations for any school performances including The Nutcracker.
• Represent The Sarasota Ballet at school events.
• Assist in managing the school’s downtown location and communicating any facility issues with the Facilities Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Relevant administrative experience at an educational or performing arts organization preferred.
• Enthusiastic and positive approach to work; strong work ethic.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Conflict resolution skills
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to thrive and adapt to change easily.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all situations.
• Demonstrable experience in both Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
• Must be able to pass a Level 2 background check.

Desired Qualifications:

• A degree in Arts Administration or Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of finance.
• Knowledge of Jackrabbit Dance, Tessitura and/or Mindbody a plus.
• Background and interest in dance/performing arts a plus.

The Sarasota Ballet values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran’s status or any other protected category. The Sarasota Ballet is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from populations underrepresented in the arts are strongly encouraged to apply.