CO/LAB Theater Group is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing Creative Opportunities without Limits And Boundaries. CO/LAB offers individuals with developmental disabilities a creative and social outlet through theater arts. Through our programming, we encourage actors to collaborate as an ensemble and discover their individual voices. CO/LAB creates a safe, judgment-free, and neuro-diverse environment that allows participants the opportunity to express themselves both in class and on stage. We seek to honor and celebrate every individual. CO/LAB aims to offer financially accessible programs to all.

• Our organizational core values which guide our daily work:
  • All are welcome; CO/LAB fosters a community with open doors that is supportive of people with all abilities, beliefs, and backgrounds.
  • CO/LAB honors and celebrates each individual for who they are. We value everyone’s unique contribution to our ensemble at large.
  • We set the bar high, artistically and administratively. We are ambitious. We learn, grow, and thoughtfully apply our knowledge.
  • At CO/LAB we listen carefully, encourage new ideas, and collaborate with team members.
  • We are determined to have generous, honest, passionate, joyful people leading the organization.

All staff members of CO/LAB participate in deepening the organization’s commitment to becoming an inclusive and equitable organization. Each individual is responsible for conducting their work in an equitable manner and our staff works together to continue to learn about anti-oppression, anti-racism, anti-ableism, and/or social justice. We recommend perusing our website and social media channels to find out more about our team and our work!

CO/LAB Theater Group seeks a Program Manager. This role focuses on managing CO/LAB’s weekly classes and one-off workshops (CO/LAB:core), engaging with CO/LAB actors with developmental disabilities and their caregiving teams, developing the CO/LAB:leaders program, and building community in and around the organization. This team member would ideally begin work with CO/LAB the week of June 20th.

TELL ME MORE ABOUT THIS JOB:

• The position reports to the Director of Programs.
• This position is full-time and requires 40 hours per week.
• This position will be on-call remotely during weekends and weeknights. This will be reflected in their weekly schedule. The specific schedule will be mutually agreed upon between supervisor and employee.
• The position will receive an annual salary in the range of $52,000 – $57,000.
• This position will receive health benefits with partial employer contribution.
• CO/LAB is requiring all staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
• While some in-person office hours and/or meetings will be required, CO/LAB is proud to offer employees a flexible schedule and remote work opportunities. A specific schedule will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor
• CO/LAB is proud to offer a generous vacation policy for our administrative staff.
• CO/LAB will provide access to the appropriate technology needed to carry out the responsibilities of this position.
• CO/LAB believes in creating a work environment where employees are nurtured and supported. We provide an annual professional development stipend, take extreme care in our performance management systems, and have multiple full-team outings per year.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN JUMP ON BOARD AND:

• Manage CO/LAB:core (CO/LAB’s “on-site” weekly classes and one-off workshops):
  • Execute and adjust registration processes, lead orientations, and track participant onboarding paperwork
  • Communicate with participants and their care teams regarding schedules, attendance, monthly updates and announcements
  • Spearhead four annual productions and showcases inclusive of managing budgets, supplies, and schedules.
  • Manage & organize classroom budgets ○ Coordinate and collaborate with outside contractors including composers, accompanists, and guest artists
  • Schedule Supporting Artists (in-classroom volunteers)
  • Collaborate on curriculum plans with Director of Programs and Teaching Artists
• Build Community:
  • Plan and coordinate a Student Matinee program inclusive of creating and maintaining partnerships with NYC schools.
  • Create & spearhead CO/LAB Encore (a theatrical partnership program)
  • Seek out and coordinate participation in fairs, conferences, and performances to promote programs.
  • Plan and execute internal community events
• Manage CO/LAB:leaders (CO/LAB’s program where experienced participants are trained and work as leaders in the classroom, office, and community. They are compensated for their time in the program.)
  • Develop an annual training plan
  • Support leaders in shifts through regular calls and note-taking
  • Coordinate and schedule leader shifts
  • Manage program development and recruitment efforts.
  • Track payments and program budget.

WE’RE HOPING YOU CAN SAY YES TO ALL OR MOST OF THE FOLLOWING:

• I have relevant education, work, or volunteer experience that would apply to this position. This may include a combination of the following: program management, community partnerships, theater and/or performing arts, and nonprofit experience.
• I am comfortable and familiar with working in the disability industry because I have personal and/or professional experience working with folks with developmental disabilities and/or neurodiversities.
• I have exceptional communication skills and can adjust my approach and communication method for various audiences.
• I am organized and detail oriented. I have the ability to work on several projects at once, prioritize tasks, and delegate assignments.
• I am comfortable managing budgets and tracking expenses in real time.
• I love to collaborate and welcome creative ideas from team members.
• I am self-driven, and a critical thinker.
• I have a network of artists that I’d be excited to share with the CO/LAB community.

Apply on CO/LAB’s website by May 20, 2022.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls please.