Employment Opportunities




Employment Opportunity

Director of Finance and Operations

Individual will be responsible for all operations of the organization, including financial management, information systems and processes, human resources and risk management, and facilities management.  Individual will provide financial management and oversight and will manage, develop, supervise the accounting and budgeting functions including internal and external financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.  The incumbent will apprise internal management, external partners and Board of Directors of financial position, risks and opportunities; develop, update and implement policies and procedures as they relate to finance and operations; and coordinate and assist in all audits and tax filings. Incumbent will directly and indirectly oversee all aspects of budgetary development and compliance throughout the organization. Incumbent will provide leadership in information technology and ensure efficient use of organizational systems, clear data standards, updated SOP's and routine data maintenance.  Incumbent will oversee additional operational responsibilities including but not limited to human resources and risk management, licensing, facilities management, lease and rental negotiations as well as services and will oversee office administrations including telecommunications, equipment purchase and repair and vendor relationships.

Education/Experience:
BS/BA degree in accounting, finance or related area

5 to 10 years progressive experience in similar nonprofit arts organization
MBA/CPA/CMA preferred; advanced degree in nonprofit management a plus.

Knowledge of:
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; grant and contract management; lease negotiations; facilities management; human resources; internal control procedures.  Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks and Excel.

Skill at:
Must meet deadlines and have strong management and inter-personal skills.  Must have ability to analyze and interpret financial data, ability to research and resolve complex accounting issues and develop appropriate solutions, expertise with nonprofit organizational accounting, excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to develop own plans and work unsupervised, ability to contribute to company on non-financial issues.  Ability and desire to work in a dynamic nonprofit arts environment.

Benefits: Competitive health insurance, vacation and retirement plan, free dance classes

Salary:  Commensurate with skill and experience

How to apply: Please submit a letter of interest, salary requirements and three professional references to:

Douglas Yeuell
Executive/Artistic Director
Joy of Motion Dance Center
2201 Wisconsin Ave. , NW  
Suite C130
Washington , D.C. 20007
Fax: 202/333-4559
Email: dyeuell@joyofmotion.org

 

  Work-study Opportunities

Work-study Positions Available at the Jack Guidone Theater

Joy of Motion is currently seeking workstudy applications for the Jack Guidone Theater. While previous technical theater experience is desirable, it is not necessary. Training will be provided. Needed are Sound Board Operators, Assistant Stage Managers, Ushers and Run Crew.  

Click here view/download the application in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. 
(Adobe Acrobat Reader required.  Free download available here.)

Mail or fax form to:
Joy of Motion Dance Center
2201 Wisconsin Ave., NW Suite C130
Washington, D.C. 20007
FAX:  202.333.4559
Email:  marisha@joyofmotion.org

 

Work-study Positions Available at the Studios 

Joy of Motion Dance Center's thriving work-study program has been an integral part of the organization since its inception in 1976.  Work-study staffing is used in every studio location.  For additional information, contact any studio manager.  For a work-study staff application, stop by any studio or Click here view/download the application in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. 
(Adobe Acrobat Reader required.  Free download available here.)

To be considered for a work-study staff position, complete an application and return it to any studio or mail or fax your application to:
Joy of Motion Dance Center
2201 Wisconsin Ave., NW Suite C130
Washington, D.C. 20007
FAX:  202.333.4559

 

Work-study Positions Available at JOMDC Main Office

We need hellllllllllllllllllllp!  Spend your work-study weekly shift at Joy of Motion Dance Center's main office - the hub of the organization. For a work-study staff application, stop by any studio or Click here view/download the application in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. (Adobe Acrobat Reader required.  Free download available here.)

To be considered for a work-study staff position, complete an application and return it to any studio or mail or fax your application to:
Joy of Motion Dance Center
2201 Wisconsin Ave., NW Suite C130
Washington, D.C. 20007
FAX:  202.333.4559

 

Work-study Positions Available on Local College/University Campuses

Joy of Motion Dance Center (JOMDC) loves its college students.  They bring a vitality, focus, and energy that ignites and enlivens our classes and studios.  JOMDC is designing a Pilot Project and looking for students currently enrolled in local colleges and universities to assist us in getting class, workshop, and performance information to the masses on campuses through posting printed info, campus blogs, email lists, etc.   In exchange for this marketing/promotion assistance, "Campus Work-study" receive unlimited free classes at all JOMDC studio locations.

Requirements:  Applicant must be currently enrolled in and attending classes at a local college or university.  Must be able to meet weekly on Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at JOMDC's main office (address below).

To be considered for a Campus Work-study position, complete an application (available at any studio) and return it to any studio or mail, fax, or email your application to:
Joy of Motion Dance Center
2201 Wisconsin Ave., NW Suite C130
Washington, D.C. 20007
FAX:  202-333-4559
jom@joyofmotion.org

 

Internship Opportunities

Internship Positions Available

Joy of Motion continually seeks interns for arts administration, arts management, education, outreach, special events planning, marketing, public relations, and production.  If you are interested in applying for any of these internship positions, please email your resume and availability to Heidi Schimpf at heidi@joyofmotion.org or mail your information to:                    

Heidi Schimpf
Manager, Education and Outreach
Joy of Motion Dance Center
2201 Wisconsin Avenue NW, C130
Washington, DC 20007