PSU Studio Receptionist

Oregon Ballet Theatre is dedicated to fostering an enduring appreciation for dance through the pursuit of excellence in performance, training, and community programs.

Oregon Ballet Theatre seeks to inspire the dancer in all of us through the power of movement.

The PSU Studio Receptionist is responsible for the school’s daily building functions at PSU’s Lincoln Hall for approximately 20-30 hours per week.

Schedule and work hours are governed by class instruction schedules, consisting of 8:15 a.m.

-4:45 p.m. Monday–Friday during the Summer Programming (mid-June–mid-August). Hours vary depending on regular staff schedules and substitute needs. Employment is for 5-6 weeks of the year.

The PSU Studio Receptionist must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at levels determined by the School Manager. The PSU Studio Receptionist reports to the School Manager and may be assigned tasks by the School Director and School Registrar.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Positive professional relations with all staff, students, and family members of students, family members of students, and the public.
• Greet students, families, and visitors, answer telephone, take messages and deliver them in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and ensure protection and security of files and records.
• Assist in implementing all OBT School policies and procedures including studio etiquette and dress code.
• Student behavior management within OBT School facility before, during and after classes.
• Create and distribute student handouts.
• Monitor main entrance and studios.
• Open and close the building which includes school facilities, secure building daily at conclusion of school classes and programs.
• Monitor minor students entering and exiting the studio, ensuring students leave the building with the correct adult.
• Track student attendance and follow up as necessary by phone and email.
• Assist younger students with getting prepared and lining up for class.
• Assist with events as requested and when available.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or

Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• 1-2 years’ experience in the following areas:
  • Office or school administration setting
  • Multi-task in a fast past environment
  • Direct interaction with students primarily ages 3-22.

Computer

Skills:

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Windows operating systems
• Google Suite

Candidates must be able to pass a thorough background check. While not required, successful candidates will have specific experience within dance and the arts.

Email your cover letter and resume tojobs . Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will remain open until filled.

This is an exciting time to work at Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) – the nation’s 20th largest classical ballet company. OBT is the largest professional dance company in Oregon, employing over 300 people and attracting artists from around the globe with our reputation for excellence. The company is rooted in the traditions of classical ballet, with a repertoire that ranges from the great classics to premieres from some of the most exciting choreographic voices in the field today, including our own Artistic Director, Dani Rowe.

Our mission is dedicated to the vitality of, and access to, world‑class ballet performance and training in our region.

In addition to our 5-show main stage season, we introduce students to ballet and the importance of lifelong movement through our education and community engagement programs, and we train dancers from three years old to 80 years old through the professional and recreational classes at the Oregon Ballet Theatre School. Many of our students go on to successful professional careers at companies including the Joffrey, the Dutch National Ballet, and within our own organization.