Program Coordinator (FT)- Cultural

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(a) retirement plan

Holiday pay

Vacation

Sick leave

Educational assistance program

Employee assistance program

Family membership to Parker Recreation

Job summary

The Town of Parker is seeking a seasoned arts programming professional to lead Parker Arts season scheduling, budgeting, and partner development. You will oversee contracts, production timelines, and hospitality for national touring programs, while coordinating with staff to ensure optimal staffing and scheduling for all presented events.

Responsibilities include developing programs, negotiating agreements, managing royalties, and maintaining strong relationships with partners and the public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in theatre, theatre production, stage management or related field, plus supervisory experience preferred.
• Two years of experience in related programming is required.
• Knowledge of budgeting and scheduling in a live-entertainment context.

Responsibilities

• Research, select, budget, and schedule professional programs for Parker Arts projects.
• Identify partnerships and potential programs for Parker Arts.
• Attend booking meetings and maintain contacts with national/regional colleagues.
• Coordinate production timelines and manage contracts and payments for programs.
• Supervise part-time staff, volunteers, and production staff as needed.
• Manage hospitality requirements for touring programs including catering and lodging.

Skills

Budget management

Event scheduling

Contract negotiation

Team supervision

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in theatre / theatre production / stage management

Job description

About the Department

Under general supervision, this position creates and manages the season schedule for Parker Arts, including budget development, resource management, and provides artistic direction that aligns with the Town’s mission and vision.

Position Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently demonstrating the Town’s core values of integrity, innovation, commitment to quality service, and teamwork. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Researches, selects, negotiates, budgets, and schedules professional programs presented at Parker Arts, including mainstage productions, Schoolhouse Theater productions, national educational productions, Discovery Park concerts, and special events.
• Identifies, researches, and facilitates potential programs and partnerships.
• Attends booking consortium meetings and booking conferences; develops and maintains contacts with national and regional colleagues.
• Procures and coordinates produced theater programming from initial outreach through contract and production completion.
• Manages royalty accounts, agreements, and payments for presented and produced programs.
• Manages Parker Arts presenting and producing partners by coordinating production timelines, facilitating communication, overseeing programming and production negotiations, and serving as the primary liaison.
• Works closely with staff to ensure theater is appropriately scheduled, resourced, and staffed for presented programs.
• Plans, monitors, and reconciles theater expense, revenue, and hospitality budgets.
• Supervises part‑time employees, volunteers, and production staff as needed.
• Budgets, coordinates, plans, and implements hospitality requirements for national touring programs including catering, lodging, and transportation; tracks in‑kind donations for hospitality services.
• Manages contracts from initial preparation through execution, including editing, artist/department routing, budget management, and accounts payable.
• Works with production staff in the planning, setup, scheduling, and on‑site management of presented events; works with marketing staff on marketing and promotional requirements for presented events.
• Works closely with production and facility staff on theater and backstage area improvements.
• Maintains performance and production schedule within scheduling database; generates schedules, and communicates with staff to ensure presented events, rentals, education, and event calendars are coordinated.
• Creates and maintains positive relationships with facility users, patrons, Parker Arts presenting and producing partners, and other departments by working diligently to resolve problems; helps maintain a safe working environment for employees, performers, and patrons.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old and have two (2) years of experience in related programming.
• A bachelor’s degree in theatre, theatre production, stage management, or related field and supervisory experience is preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain the following certifications upon hire: CPR Certification and AED Certification.

Employment Standards

• Knowledge of the Town’s contracting process, rules, regulations, verbiage, and laws.
• Knowledge of theatrical equipment.
• Knowledge of basic analytical math and accounting.
• Skill in the training and supervision of personnel.
• Skill in maintaining files and records.
• Skill in cash handling and budgets.
• Skill in the use of computers and various software programs.
• Skill in customer service/customer relations.
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to read contracts, riders, and plans to provide appropriate support and timely setup.
• Ability to effectively foster relationships with the public and handle stressful situations.
• Ability to be flexible and handle multiple tasks with conflicting priorities.
• Ability to effectively accomplish assigned tasks/projects and adhere to deadlines.
• Ability to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to plan and organize work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to assist in setting up events and exhibits.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays as required.

Other Qualifications

The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.

Tools & Equipment

Requires use of general office equipment such as computers, printers, telephones, and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary, including but not limited to technical devices, mechanical tools, heavy equipment, machinery, public‑safety‑related items, or other industry‑specific systems. If required by the position, the employee may operate a personal or Town‑owned vehicle.

General and Sensory Requirements

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls. Duties may also require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs or ladders, and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively, both in person and over the phone, and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.

Moderate Physical Demands

This position involves frequent physical activity and movement. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to twenty‑five (25) pounds frequently and up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally.

Environment

Physical presence onsite is required. Work is primarily performed in a climate‑controlled office environment but the employee may occasionally work in varied indoor and outdoor locations. The noise level is typically moderate but may be loud during events. This position occasionally involves work in inclement weather, including extreme heat, cold, wind, or precipitation. Employees in this position may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, or airborne particles.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• short‑term disability insurance
• long‑term disability insurance
• life and AD&D insurance
• voluntary term life insurance
• 401(a) retirement plan
• 457 retirement plan
• holiday pay
• vacation
• sick leave
• educational assistance program
• employee assistance program
• a family membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Field House

Supplemental Questions

01 Are you at least 18 years of age or older? Yes NO

02 Do you have at least two years of professional experience in performing arts programming, theatrical production, entertainment booking, or a closely related field? Yes No

03 Do you have experience developing, managing, or monitoring budgets for live performances, theatrical productions, concerts, or other events? Yes No

04 Do you have direct experience booking artists or performances, negotiating agreements, or managing contracts and technical riders for live entertainment? Yes No

05 Do you have a bachelor’s degree in theatre, theatre production, stage management, or related field? Yes No

06 Describe your experience selecting, booking, or producing live entertainment or performing arts programming. Please provide specific examples of the types of programs you've worked on, your level of responsibility, and your involvement in the process from initial planning through execution. Required Question

Agency InformationEmployer

Agency InformationEmployerThe Town of ParkerAddress 20120 E Mainstreet Parker, Colorado, 80138 Phone: Website