Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Seeking an Assistant to the CEO (Half time)

The New Haven Symphony Orchestra (NHSO) Assistant to the CEO must be highly organized, detail oriented, and excel at managing multiple responsibilities. A positive attitude and collaborative spirit are highly valued. 

The Assistant reports to the Chief Executive Officer and assists her in realizing the NHSO’s vision to Inspire, Delight, Challenge, and Connect diverse audiences and communities through the power of live music. 

The Assistant will interact with a broad range of people including members of the Senior Management Team, the Board of Directors, and artistic leaders. 

Responsibilities include: 

·        Managing the organization and CEO’s calendar, including scheduling meetings and calls 

·        Drafting, reviewing, and sending communications for the CEO

·        Prioritizing emails and responding as appropriate 

·        Stewardship of Board Directors 

·        Support of Senior Management’s Community Engagement activities 

·        General administrative support 

·        Other duties as assigned by the CEO

To succeed in the position, the Assistant to the CEO requires: 

·        Strong interpersonal skills

·        A flexible, can-do attitude.

·        Being detail oriented

·        Excellent time-management skills

·        Proficient in computer programs, to include Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

·        Proficiency in a second language is highly valued 

This position is half-time, salaried and offers generous vacation, person, sick time, and a contribution toward health insurance. A flexible schedule is possible; salary is commensurate with experience (minimum: $19,500). Employees’ families receive free concert tickets and funds are available to support your professional development.

If you are interested in full-time work, ask about shared-service opportunities.

About us

The New Haven Symphony Orchestra enriches Connecticut’s cultural landscape through exceptional performances and education programs that are accessible to all residents. Innovative programming offered regionally inspires deeper audience engagement and meaningful artistic and educational collaborations which increase the reach and impact of the Symphony. Authentic commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access move the NHSO to provide representation that reflects the richly diverse communities we serve in all areas of Symphony leadership.

We are professional, agile, innovative, and our goal is to inspire, delight, challenge, and connect diverse audiences and communities through the power of live music. You will collaborate with an enthusiastic team of creative co-workers in a supportive, mission driven environment. If you are looking to make an impact in the arts, the NHSO is a wonderful place to work.

The NHSO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an anti-racist organization that fights hate, racism, and bigotry in all forms through our words, music, and actions. We strongly encourage non-traditional candidates to apply and facility in a second language is given strong consideration.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to write to Elaine Carroll at ECarroll@NewHavenSymphony.org.