Job Opportunities at the Center
At the Arvada Center, we truly love what we do. If you're looking for a meaningful career in the arts and humanities, check out the job opportunities listed below.
Apply for any of these positions by sending a resume and cover letter to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the title of the job in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
The Arvada Center is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, neurotype, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from historically excluded communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Open Positions
SUMMER CAMP - VISUAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR (PART-TIME)
The purpose of the Summer Camp Visual Arts Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of visual arts summer camps on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center. Instructors teach weeklong half-day summer camps to students aged 5-8, 9-12, and/or teens. Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curriculum according to either proposed or predetermined camp themes and/or content areas. This is a part-time, non-exempt position earning $20.00 per hour and paid sick time.
PATRON SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE (FULL TIME)
Reporting to the Box Office Manager, the Audience Service Representative acts as front-line customer service contact and provides efficient, courteous service to all visitors of the Arvada Center. Representatives assist patrons with the purchase of tickets to events, registration for educational classes, and sales of gallery pieces while also providing clerical support for the entire Arvada Center. This is a full-time, nonexempt position earning an annualized salary of $38,480/ $18.50 per hour with a variable schedule based on business needs, in addition to a benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance plans, term life, and accident policies, 401k retirement plan, flexible spending plan, paid time off, and more!
AUDIO DIRECTOR
Reporting to the Director of Production, this position oversees all aspects of sound engineering including in-house productions, touring productions, concerts, and related activities and events. The Audio Director hires, trains, and supervises audio personnel. This is a full-time, exempt position earning an annualized salary of $57,000 - $62,000 in addition to a benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance plans, term life and accident policies, 401k retirement plan, flexible spending plan, paid time off, and more!
COSTUME DESIGN ASSISTANT
Reporting to the Costume Shop Manager, this seasonal position is responsible for assisting the Costume Designer with the implementation of their design and acts as a liaison between the
designer and the Costume Shop. This is a seasonal, nonexempt position earning $19.00 - $21.00 per hour for 30-40 hours per week for the duration of the engagement, in addition to 401k, Medical and Vision insurance plans, paid sick time, and up to 3 floating holidays.
Length of Engagement: December 11, 2023- April 19, 2024 (with potential for subsequent seasonal agreements)
DRAMA CLASS INSTRUCTOR
The purpose of the Drama Instructor position is to serve as the lead instructor of drama classes on behalf of the Education division of the Arvada Center. Instructors teach evening classes one or two evenings per week to students aged 5-8, 9-12, and/or teens. Classes are taught over 10 week-long sessions. Instructors are responsible for designing lesson plans and curricula according to either proposed or pre-determined class themes and content areas. This is a part-time, nonexempt position earning $20.00-$25.00 per hour and paid sick time.
GRANT WRITER
Reporting to the Director of Institutional and Capital Giving, this position is responsible for researching, identifying, and writing persuasive grant proposals to raise money for the Arvada Center’s general operating support and specific programs/projects. This is a full-time, non-exempt position earning an annualized salary range of $40,000-$45,000, in addition to a benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance plans, term life and accident policies, 401k retirement plan, flexible spending plan, paid time off, and more.
ACES EVENT ASSOCIATE (PART-TIME)
Reporting to the Events Supervisor of ACES (Arvada Center Event Spaces), this hourly nonexempt position is an essential component in the execution of Event Orders for the Arvada Center’s Ballrooms and special events as requested throughout the facility. $18.00/hour part-time nonexempt position, with a flexible schedule of up to 20 hours a week.
BALLET INSTRUCTOR / CHOREOGRAPHER
Reporting to the Dance Coordinator, this hourly position teaches beginning through advanced ballet and pointe classes using a syllabus. This instructor may have the opportunity to choreograph the performing company for the fall and spring concerts. This is a part-time, non-exempt position earning $23- $28 per hour and is eligible for paid sick leave.
