Assistant Manager, Arts Operations

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward.

The Performances and Crafts Operations team is currently seeking an Assistant Manager, Arts Operations. This position will provide supervision and support for our arts-related programming, including the mentorship to the Summer Team of Presenters in Greenfield Village.

Reports to the Manager, Theatrical and Musical Experiences. Please note, internal candidates will be given first consideration.

Essential Responsibilities

Supports the Manager, Theatrical and Musical Experiences by supervising the Summer Team presenters, including playing a key role in hiring, onboarding, mentoring, coaching, and performance reviews.

Ensures accuracy of timekeeping and pay for all Actors, Summer Team presenters, Crafts Production staff members, and contracted artists for daily programming and signature events.

Provides operational support to Head of Exhibitions and Performances by performing administrative duties for the Crafts Production Team, including timekeeping, scheduling, coordinating supply orders, and general supervision.

Responsible for the onboarding and training of new staff, and for supervising and maintaining staff adherence to regular, established operational standards of institutional daily and special programming by means of aesthetic appearance, historic accuracy, and safety to consistently insure the highest and best possible guest experience. Provides support and supervision for volunteer-staffed sites, including Martha Mary Chapel, Tintype Studio, and Edison Illuminating Company.

Collaborates within Performance Team and with other programming teams to promote the arts as a way of enlivening history.

Shares the responsibility of daily Performances Team leadership with the Manager, Theatrical and Musical Experiences to ensure leadership coverage during all daytime programming and evening events with an arts component.

Develops new summer seasonal programming to promote a dynamic and interactive experience for Greenfield Village guests and a fulfilling work environment for seasonal presenters.

Works with internal teams such as Marketing, Learning and Engagement, Security and Guest Services to ensure accuracy and timeliness of communications regarding arts programming in all venues.

Supports daily and special programming throughout Greenfield Village and The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, including contracting dance teachers and instructing dance classes for special programs, assigning Summer Team members to roles associated with signature special events and programs.

Participates in the Master Presenter Program by coaching staff toward their goals in content and guest interaction.

Performs other duties as necessary.

Your Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in a performing arts field or arts administration

Minimum 2 years' experience with direct and consistent supervision of staff

Available for seven-day operation including weekends, holidays, early mornings, and late evenings

Valid driver's license

Special Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail

Good organizational, time management skills

Demonstrated proficiency in timekeeping, scheduling, and interviewing

Ability to drive a manual transmission vehicle, or the willingness to learn

Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use simple hand and/or power tools

Basic understanding of common event industry equipment

Working knowledge of American History

This position will require frequent standing and walking. Working environment includes office, museum, exhibition, and storage areas (some non-air-conditioned) as well as outside in all conditions. Occasional stove and fireplace smoke.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

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