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Description: 

The Dance Division Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the events, meetings, and projects in the Dance Division in collaboration with the Division's Directors. This role will also serve a primary contact for some departments within the institution for the Dance Division events as well as execute the Summer Dance Intensive and Juilliard Dance Experience Days. 

The role reports to the Administrative Director. 

The hours are typically 9:00am-5:00pm Mon-Fri, some evenings & weekends may be required. Hybrid work may be possible as confirmed with the Administrative Director. 

The salary for this role is $57,000-$59,000 per year. The start date for this role will be August 2026. 

Working at Juilliard

Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school's mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.

Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other's company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on community and culture.

We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.

Role Responsibilities:

• Serves as primary point of contact for the Dance Division with Alumni Affairs, including research and writing of the alumni news for the Juilliard Journal, alumni e-newsletters, alumni Facebook group posting ideas, and keeping current the list of dance graduates professional roles
• Liaises with Box Office and the Concert Office to oversee dance concert ticket reservations and seating for students, faculty, choreographers, and VIPs
•  Manages RSVPs for student Choreographic Workshops and assigns student choreographers with faculty for feedback as requested
• Compiles concert program information for major Division concerts
• Organizes and executes Divisional Events such as event nights and cast parties, including submission of catering orders, room reservations, set up memos, alcohol monitoring, sending invitations, etc. 
• Provides on-site or planning support for events which include dance division students, including Juilliard member events    
• Liaises with Office of Community Engagement and Division's Directors to execute Community Engagement performances 
• Executes the Juilliard Dance Experience Days, including marketing plans, registration tracking and communication with participants, hirings, budget review, catering, and serves as primary contact for these events 
• Supports the Juilliard Summer Dance Intensive with facilitating the enrollment process for participants, planning and execution of outings and events, and day-to-day operations. 
• With the Administrative Director, supports special projects as required
• Other relevant duties and support of Dance Division Staff as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2-3 years of professional administrative experience in an arts organization or higher education institution
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal organizational skills
• Ability to work evening and weekend events as needed 
• Understanding of the college environment and the ability to relate and respond to student, faculty, and guest artist concerns while working to further the mission & vision of the Dean and Director 

Preferred Background:

• Experience with college-level dance strongly preferred. 

 Why Work for Juilliard?

At Juilliard, you don't just work in the arts-you're immersed in them.

• Exclusive access to world-class performances - As a Juilliard employee, enjoy complimentary admission to all Juilliard performances and experience extraordinary talent up close in the building where you work.
• One of NYC's premier cultural hubs - Located at Lincoln Center, you'll benefit from significant day-of ticket discounts to performances across our renowned partner organizations.
• Support for your long-term goals - Juilliard contributes to your 403(b) helping you plan confidently for the future.
• Generous Time-Off - We offer a generous paid time-off policy, plus a winter break and Summer Fridays to help you rest and stay energized.
• Continue learning and growing - Full-time staff are eligible for tuition remission for Juilliard Extension classes, offering a unique opportunity to develop new skills or deepen your connection to the arts.
• A high-performing, mission-driven environment - Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence, innovation, and advancing the performing arts.

• A workplace grounded in respect and connection - Be part of a community where people support one another, value diverse perspectives, and contribute to a welcoming and engaged workplace.

Make your career part of something extraordinary.

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