CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
About The Bushnell
The Bushnell is more than just a building, or a place to “see a show” — it is a vibrant organization that draws upon a rich, 91-year history, while navigating an exciting course for the future. Led by a CEO with an entrepreneurial spirit and great vision, we are constantly looking for new ways to expand the scope of our work, whether it's through dynamic programming, collaborating on a plan to develop our neighborhood or building upon our 30-year-old education program, which reaches 15,000 students in Greater Hartford annually. As the largest arts organization in Connecticut, The Bushnell is an essential part of the fabric of Hartford, serving as both a cultural beacon and an economic development leader. Our staff embodies this sense of pride and commitment to the community and are encouraged to share new ideas for the betterment of the patron experience, the growth of the institution, and the community we serve.
Diversity and Inclusion
At The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, we celebrate and foster inclusion through the unique attributes, characteristics, abilities, and perspectives of all individuals. As part of our core mission, we are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive cultural campus that reflects our commitment to an environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and included, onstage and off. This sense of belonging empowers individuals and unites communities by creating mutual respect and appreciation. The Bushnell is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment, and strongly encourages BIPOC, members of the LGBTQ+ community, immigrants, and differently-abled candidates to apply. Bi-Lingual or Fluent in Spanish desired.
Open positions: Event Coordinator (Part-time), Member Services and Special Events Coordinator, Vice President, Finance
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Interested Candidates should apply to jobs@bushnell.org
Position Title: Event Coordinator - Part-time
Department: Event Services
Reports To: Manager, Event Services
FLSA status: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Shift: Approx. 20 hours/week; various evenings & weekends, some weekdays
Broad Functions:
Provide a range of support for special events and event enhancements including but not limited to day-of oversight of private events. Serve as the primary Bushnell contact with clients, catering managers, vendors, and other Bushnell support staff to problem solve and ensure guest satisfaction.
Position requires a reliable, enthusiastic, and customer-oriented person with excellent communications skills and a demonstrated ability to anticipate guest needs and exceed their expectations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review event documentation and/or meet with supervisor prior to every event and fulfilling assigned responsibilities.
- With enthusiasm - welcome and engage guests, answer questions, provide direction, and ensure guest needs are met.
- Maintain professionalism at all times before, during, and after the event.
- Place coat rack(s) with hangers in event spaces prior to events and properly storing them once events have concluded.
- Place easels in event spaces according to set up requirements and storing them at the conclusion of events.
- Organize supplies and maintain the cleanliness of Event Services storage areas.
- Communicate and address client issues and problems in a timely and accurate manner.
- Provide attentive and courteous coat check services for special events.
- Break down event space once the event has concluded.
- Foster a positive working relationship between all departments, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including compliance with The Bushnell dress code.
- Perform all other appropriate duties and responsibilities when necessary.
Education and/or Experience:
College degree or equivalent experience.
Interested Candidates
Please send resumes to jobs@bushnell.org
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe some specific duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The Bushnell is a Not-For-Profit, Equal Opportunity Employers, proud to serve Connecticut and its citizens.
Position Title: Member Services and Special Events Coordinator
Department: Development
Reports To: Assistant Manager, Donor Relations and Special Events
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Shift: Full-time, 37.5 hours - with Some night/weekend
Broad Functions:
Provide ticketing and suite reservation services for donors $500-$1,499, assist in the planning and executing all Development cultivation events, including the live and silent auctions for the annual gala. Handle general development inquiries and provide support to the Development team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Events – Ovations Gala
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Committee meeting scheduling and coordination
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Prepare agendas, meeting materials, and any necessary requirements (lunch, technology set-up for hybrid meetings, etc.) for meetings.
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Take and distribute meeting minutes.
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Work as a liaison with the Ovations Committee to assist them in their efforts to identify and secure new and unique auction items for the gala each year.
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Work with Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations and Assistant Manager, Donor Relations and Special Events on the auction:
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Act as lead to organize, catalogue and research auction items as they come in. This includes maintaining the comprehensive auction item spreadsheet, storing items in secure locations, and researching item values as needed.
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Act as a master user and main point of contact in the auction software.
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Assist with creating all auction item signage, support materials, packaging, displays and associated materials.
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Execute the auction set-up, breakdown, and night-of pickup process at event.
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Responsible for all post-event follow-up regarding auction items, contacting donors and winners as necessary.
Education and/or Experience:
Skills Required:
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Excellent telephone communication and people skills.
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Must be articulate, organized, and able to function in a fast-paced work environment.
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Ability to work successfully within a team and with external customers is essential.
Interested Candidates
Please send resumes to jobs@bushnell.org
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The above statements are intended to describe some specific duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The Bushnell is a Not-For-Profit, Equal Opportunity Employers, proud to serve Connecticut and its citizens.
Position Title: Vice President, Finance
Department: Finance
Reports To: President and Chief Executive Officer
FLSA status: Exempt, Salary
Shift: Includes some evenings and weekends
Broad Functions:
Senior finance officer of the corporation with deep experience leading finance in a complex not-for-profit environment. Responsible for all day-to-day accounting, monthly close, financial reporting and analysis, expense tracking, as well as the ongoing forecasting and budget processes. Accountable for the review of actual results against plans and budgets. Primary contact to outside financial institutions. This is a “hands-on” accounting and finance position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Work collaboratively with the senior management team to support the develop of strategic direction for The Bushnell
- Support and direct the strategic imperatives as identified by the management team and Board of Trustees
- Direct and supervise accounting support staff and Day-to-Day Finance function, including:
- Supervise the monthly closing process.
- Guide the preparation of the monthly financial reporting materials for the organization and Board of Trustees, including relevant committees (Audit/Investment/Finance)
- Analyze results, identifying areas of concern and potential areas for improvement.
- Deliver the monthly financial reporting package for senior management and Board of Trustees
- Oversee the preparation and implementation of the annual budget as well as long-term budgetary planning.
- Oversee preparation of the annual audit and annual tax returns
- Handle insurance policies, including D&O, general liability, worker’s compensation, unemployment, health, and disability.
- Partner with the CEO to effectively manage all relationships with external vendors, including financial institutions, investment managers and risk managers.
- Prepare for monthly or quarterly committee meetings.
- Handle investment of available cash in accordance with Investment Policy guidelines set forth by the Finance committee.
- Assist CEO and Senior Management in identifying, evaluating, and building new business opportunities for The Bushnell.
- Provide financial oversight, and other support as needed, to all affiliated businesses.
- Ensure all accounting procedures implemented are in accordance with GAAP.
- Design, document and implement key accounting practices, policies and procedures that ensure accurate and reliable financial results.
- Assure legal compliance with all local, state, and federal taxing filings and regulations.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management.
Education and/or Experience:
- Ten or more years practical accounting experience
- Demonstrated experience in senior financial management.
- Experience in non-profit accounting is essential.
- Ability to think strategically.
- Ability to follow through on operations with strict attention to detail.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees within the organization as well as strategic vendors and business partners outside of the organization.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
- Knowledge of financial systems (Blackbaud’s Financial Edge software a plus) and common user applications such as Excel and Powerpoint.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting or finance from an accredited university or college.
- CPA desired
Skills Required:
Highly motivated to succeed, goal oriented and able to inspire confidence. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Adept at building and maintaining strong financial staff. Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and to work under deadlines. Prior experience in event management or performing arts is desirable.
Interested Candidates
Please send resumes to jobs@bushnell.org
The above statements are intended to describe some specific duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The Bushnell is a Not-For-Profit, Equal Opportunity Employers, proud to serve Connecticut and its citizens.
Please submit resumes to:
The Bushnell Human Resources Department
166 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
Or email to: jobs@bushnell.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bushnell is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal and state fair employment practice laws. The Bushnell does not discriminate and will not tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants because of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, civil union status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, mental retardation or physical disability any other reason prohibited by any applicable law or regulation. Neither the Union nor the Employer will discriminate against any employee with regard to any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, civil union status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, mental retardation, physical disability, or any other reason prohibited by any applicable law or regulation.