Arts Education Assistant

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To perform a wide variety of clerical support functions; apply detailed program knowledge in developing and/or maintaining program records systems and/or in collecting information preparing reports and providing liaison between management other organizational units and external customers; perform related work.

Department Overview:

About the Morrison Center:
Located on the campus of Boise State University the 2002-seat Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts is Idahos home for the arts. Nestled on the banks of the Boise River with a panoramic view of the city parks and foothills the Centers 10-story stage house is a recognizable fixture of the Capitols picturesque skyline. The realization of a life-long dream of Harry W. Morrison and championed by his widow Velma the Center opened its doors on April 7 1984. Today the Center is recognized as a major destination for arts and culture annually hosting hundreds of live entertainment and arts education offerings that serve to enrich the lives of patrons of all ages. As a Boise State affiliate the Centers budget is supported by ticket sales facility rentals donations and the generous support of the Morrison Center Endowment Foundation Inc. The Center does not receive support from state appropriations. The latest economic impact study for the Morrison Center shows the generation of $27.9M in value to the local and state economy. For more information on our programs and history please visit us at:

Level Scope:

Applies basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures operations techniques tools materials and/or equipment appropriate to area of specialization; performs routine and/or repetitive tasks; limited decision making required; generally works under close supervision; has no or limited experience; work is performed from within specific limits of established procedures and/or defined instructions.

Essential Functions:

60% of the time the Arts Education Assistant must:

• Compose letters correspondence and memos requiring independent judgment as to content; compile and analyze information from a variety of sources to prepare reports.
• Utilize word processing equipment and/or computers to create process and maintain a variety of documents and administrative records containing technical information and difficult formats.
• Act as a liaison between their organizational unit and external customers.
• Schedule and coordinate arrangements for meetings and conferences.
• Responsibility for financial record keeping including monitoring budgets preparing financial transactions.
• Supervise student support staff or have leadwork responsibilities.

35% of the time the Arts Education Assistant must:

• Provide administrative and logistical support to Arts Education Programs including scheduling correspondence meeting preparation and record-keeping.
• Coordinate communication and outreach with schools educators teaching artists and community partners.
• Assist in the planning and execution of student performances workshops Teaching Artists and special events.
• Maintain databases collect program surveys and help compile reports for grants and internal assessment.
• Support social media and marketing efforts related to education programming.
• Manage registration processes for education events.
• Operationalize the Arts Passport Broadway Bridges and additional workshop opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Morrison Centers educational mission.

5% of the time the Arts Education Assistant must:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Ability to make decisions for routine administrative and clerical activities.
• Some knowledge of supervisory practices; bookkeeping; financial software; state and local government organization structure functions and decision-making processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to engage professionally with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and comfort with digital tools for communication and data management.

MinimumQualifications:

Good knowledge of: office support functions including word processing filing composing a variety of business documents reception gathering and compiling data and balancing and coordinating a workload for multiple projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in arts administration education performing arts or a related field preferred.
• Previous administrative or program coordination experience ideally in an educational or nonprofit arts setting.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed for events and performances.
• A passion for arts education and a commitment to equal opportunity and access in the arts.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is $19.95 an hour and is commensurate with State University provides a best-in-classbenefits package including (but not limited to):

• 12paid holidaysAND the University is closed between Christmas and New Years (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24annual paid vacation daysfor full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to yourORP retirement fund(Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to yourPERSI retirement fund(Classified employees)
• Excellent medical dental and otherhealth-related insurancecoverages
• Tuition fee waiverbenefits for employees spouses and their dependents
• See ourfull benefits pagefor more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume and Cover letter.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. Were a trailblazing institution nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. Were building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills experiences and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

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