School of Dance Office Manager

George Mason University; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University’s School of Dance seeks an Office Manager to provide organizational and administrative support to academic and production activities.

The role is part-time, on-site at the Fairfax campus. Key duties include front office management, inquiries, deliveries, liaison with facilities, records management, and event support for in-person events. Strong communication, time management, and professionalism are essential.

Qualifications

• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and accuracy-driven.
• Proficiency in MS Office and willingness to learn new programs as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, follow direction, and take initiative.
• Ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility, integrity, diplomacy, and tact.
• Ability to respond to tasks with a sense of urgency and manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds; and
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manage the School of Dance front office by greeting and assisting visitors, monitoring and responding to communication, and directing prospective and current students to appropriate resources.
• Receive and reply to general phone and email inquiries and visitor requests, forwarding communication to appropriate individuals and/or resources.
• Manage deliveries and mail (to include receiving incoming/outgoing mail, packages, etc.).
• Liaise with facilities personnel and property management to initiate maintenance and related requests including key, signage, and other service requests.
• Monitor office supply inventory and initiate orders as required.
• Assist with records management and provide access to library resources.
• Provide AV assistance for School of Dance conference rooms.
• Serve as back-stop to the events staff by providing support for events and room reservations.
• Support the Events Manager with large in-person events at the Fairfax campus; and
• Other administrative support duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professionalism

Teamwork

Diversity awareness

Physical ability

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts

Classification: GMU Worker

Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visasponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education andexperience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

The School of Dance is committed to providing undergraduatestudents the best possible environment for artistic, intellectual,and educational growth in the art form of dance, and to produceartists who have acquired the life skills necessary for responsiblecommunity membership. The education of future artists, teachers,scholars, and advocates is at the heart of the dance curriculum.Working within the deep foundation of a liberal arts educationprovided by the university, the School of Dance enables students todevelop to their full potential, ensuring their lives are rich andmeaningful in both artistic and academic purpose. Equally importantis our commitment to contribute to the cultural life of theuniversity, community, and region through the education of danceaudiences and to provide a wide range of dance experiences whichfoster a deeper understanding of dance as a vital human experience.Our mission is in accord with the university's mission ofemphasizing interdisciplinary research and teaching, fosteringcreativity, and preparing graduates who are equipped to succeed inan ever-changing society.

About the Position:

The Office Manager will provide organizational, administrative, andprogrammatic support to the academic and production activities ofthe School of Dance.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the School of Dance front office by greeting andassisting visitors, monitoring and responding to communication, anddirecting prospective and current students to appropriateresources;
• Receive and reply to general phone and email inquiries andvisitor requests, forwarding communication to appropriateindividuals and/or resources;
• Manage deliveries and mail (to include receivingincoming/outgoing mail, packages, etc.);
• Liaise with facilities personnel and property management toinitiate maintenance and related requests including key, signage,and other service requests;
• Monitor office supply inventory and initiate orders asrequired;
• Assist with records management and provide access to libraryresources;
• Provide AV assistance for School of Dance conferencerooms;
• Serve as back-stop to the events staff by providing support forevents and room reservations;
• Support the Events Manager with large in-person events at theFairfax campus; and
• Other administrative support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Superior communication skills, both verbal and written;
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, and accuracydriven;
• Proficiency in MS Office and willingness to learn new programsas needed;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively,follow direction, and take initiative;
• Ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism,flexibility, integrity, diplomacy, and tact;
• Ability to respond to tasks with a sense of urgency and managemultiple projects and deadlines effectively;
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds; and
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Posting Open Date: October 27, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: November 10, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 researchuniversity committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperousworld. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largestand most diverse public research university in Virginia, offeringdegree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level,along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment forstudents, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. Webelieve in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancingour mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; andwe believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity oforigin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in itscommunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability orveteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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