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Payroll & Benefits Specialist Sought by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

PIP_logoCincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about this position from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.

Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Position Overview
The Payroll & Benefits Specialist administers the activities relating to the payroll and benefits processing including implementing and monitoring (e.g., performing internal audit and control procedures to ensure that all wages and taxes are accurate). This position reports to the Human Resources Manager. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is a full-time, full-year, exempt salaried position.

Position Responsibilities

  • Process multi-dimensional weekly payroll (hourly, salary, union), including administering regulatory requirements, e.g., garnishments, tax levies, support orders, union deductions, and other adjustments to pay as necessary.
  • Implement and maintain payroll best practices to improve efficiency and consult with Human Resources Manager to improve payroll and benefits processes.
  • Assists employees and managers with timekeeping questions and issues.
  • Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (W-2, W-2c, ACA etc.)
  • Produces scheduled and ad-hoc reports.
  • Prepare weekly posting batches and integrate date into the General Ledger.
  • Administer all employee benefit programs including enrollments and terminations.
  • Assists with annual open enrollment, including preparation (or revision) and distribution of materials, scheduling meetings to communicate changes to employees, and overseeing changes within deadlines..
  • Fulfills all governmental regulatory mandates and ensures filings are performed as required.
  • Plans, conducts and reports results of audits to ensure all enrollments are accurate and that dependent information is correct for each employee. Works closely with Finance for quarterly and year end audits (payroll, Workers Comp, 401(k), etc.).
  • Addresses benefit inquiries to ensure timely and accurate resolutions. Maintains contact with employees to facilitate proper and complete utilization of benefits for all employees.
  • Processes monthly billings from carriers. Reviews billings for accuracy and approves for payment in a timely manner. Resolves discrepancies with carriers and payroll.
  • Administers online COBRA and FSA enrollments/changes.
  • Responds to and manages unemployment claims.
  • Manages payment of workers compensation cases in the 15K Program.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

  • 3-5 years, preferably at least 5+ years of experience administering payroll and benefits processes required. Work experience should include knowledge of basic accounting and human resources practices, payroll practices, benefits administration, and compliance. Bachelors Degree and CPP preferred.
  • Must have strong knowledge of payroll and benefits software applications. Paycor experience is preferred.
  • Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations..
  • Strong understanding of Human Resources processes and terminology, payroll and benefit processes and procedures, including eligibility and enrollment rules and benefit procedures.
  • Demonstrate exceptional analytical skills and ability to create useful and actionable reports from data.
  • Possess strong written and verbal communications skills.
  • Possess strong organization skills and ability to complete multiple tasks and high volume of work on deadline.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to edit and proofread..
  • Possess a creative outlook with a problem-solving attitude.
  • Excellent time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and accurately to requests for data or information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements and exercise good judgment.
  • Communicate using English language.
  • Experience working in the not-for-profit sector and an appreciation for the performing arts and theater in particular is preferred.

Physical Demands:

  • The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, and occasionally stoop or kneel.
  • The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
  • This position is partially sedentary, and the employee is required to regularly talk and hear.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

To Apply:
Submit your cover letter and resume with three references to:
Sharon Weber
Human Resources Manager
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202
sharon.weber@cincyplay.com
No phone calls, please.
Deadline to apply: October 20, 2019

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Education Associate Sought by Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

PIP_logoCincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about this position from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.

Job Title: Education Associate

Position Overview
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is seeking a full-time Education Associate. The Education Associate is responsible for the administration, management and teaching of assigned education and community engagement programs for Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

  • Manage the administration of assigned programs
  • Conduct outreach, booking, registration and scheduling for programs
  • Responsible for meeting income and service goals for programs
  • Manage the implementation of program budget and expenses
  • Teach classes, camps, residencies, and workshops
  • Develop curriculum and teacher guides
  • Orient and train staff, interns and teaching artists on curriculum, classroom management and partner communication methods

This position reports to the Associate Director of Education and Community Engagement. It is a full-time, exempt position with benefits which will require some work at night and on weekends for classes and community events. Start times will vary based on scheduled classes and workshops. The schedule is subject to change based on program needs.

Position Responsibilities:

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (40%):

  • Primary Programs to conduct and book:
    • Acting and Adult Enrichment Classes
    • Enrichment Workshops
    • Experiential Workshops
    • Corporate Workshops
    • College Programs
    • Other Projects/programs as assigned

TEACHING, FACILITATION AND CURRICULUM (50%):

  • Facilitate Meet the Artist, Perspectives and Student Matinee Post-Show Discussions
  • Teach acting, movement and improvisation for after school and Saturday classes and camps
  • Teach specialty subjects certified and qualified to teach
  • Teach drama Integration School Residencies and workshops
  • Teach week-long workshops around specific books/subjects
  • Teach enrichment day workshops
  • Teach adult and senior adult classes
  • Demonstrate comfort in teaching acting, movement and improvisation in both a creative drama and conservatory setting
  • Update and adapt core curriculum templates
  • Develop new workshops, classes and residency curriculum
  • Distribute curricula and train staff for each class/workshop
  • Sub for classes and workshops as needed

ALL STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES (10%):

  • Represent the Playhouse at community events and festivals
  • Facilitate Perspectives Events as needed
  • Attend all CPIP required events
  • Attend all Staff and department staff meetings
  • Participate in Pre-show engagement and seating support for student matinees
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies:

  • B.A. in theater or education with a theater concentration or commensurate experience
  • Confident teaching Acting and Improvisation to a wide range of ages
  • Three years teaching experience, experience teaching drama in schools is preferred
  • Experience booking programs and meeting income and service goals
  • Administrative experience, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Proficiency with project and event management
  • Demonstrated ability to design curriculum
  • Experience facilitating post-show and community conversations, a plus
  • Energetic, flexible and adaptable; able to multi-task and work independently in an environment with competing deadlines
  • Ability to work as an effective and collaborative team member in a fast-paced environment
  • A strong ethical character and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretionPhysical Demands:
  • The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
  • This position is partially sedentary.
  • The employee is required to regularly talk and hear.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

To Apply:
Submit your cover letter, resume with three references and a sample lesson plan to:
Daunielle Rasmussen
Director of Education and Community Engagement Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
962 Mt. Adams Circle
Cincinnati, OH 45202
daunielle.rasmussen@cincyplay.com
No phone calls, please.

Deadline for applications: October 18, 2019

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Directors Sought for 2020-2021 Season at Footlighters Inc.

fli_logoThe Footlighters, Inc. is accepting submissions for directors for the 2020-2021 season. If you would like to be considered, please send the following information to Cathy Lutts, Chair of the Director/Play Selection Committee, at preciousmoment65@gmail.com. Please include ‘Director Submission’ in the subject line of the email.

  • A one-page letter of interest briefly detailing the shows you’re interested in directing for the upcoming 2020-2021 season. Please consider the list below that was composited from the patron survey, and 2 additional shows of your choosing.
  • A theater resume that includes your contact information.

The deadline to submit materials is Friday October 18, 2019. Interested directors will be contacted the week of October 25th to schedule interviews, which will take place at the Stained Glass Theatre in early November. When you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide more specific information about the shows you are interested in directing, including potential production staff.

Plans are to produce a 3-show season for 2020-2021. Each production will have 16 performances.

Footlighters, Inc. was founded in 1963 and since 1987 has owned its own facility, The Stained Glass Theatre in Newport, KY. It continually attracts outstanding talent for its productions, and has received local, state, and national awards for outstanding production quality, individual and ensemble performances, and technical achievements.

Potential Productions Could Include:
12 Angry Men | Cat on a Hot Tin Roof | Odd Couple|A Chorus Line | Elf, The Musical | Singin’ in the Rain |Addam’s Family | Fiddler on the Roof | Sound of Music |Arsenic and Old Lace | Legally Blonde | Steel Magnolias | Bonnie & Clyde | Newsies | West Side Story

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Applications Are Live for the 2020 Cincinnati Fringe Festival

CFF_Orange logo text onlyCome get Kinda WEIRD with us!

Cincinnati, OH — Know Theatre of Cincinnati invites artists of all kinds and sorts, from those hugging the banks of the Ohio River to those based overseas, to apply for the 17th Annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival (May 29 – June 13, 2020). A 14-day theatre and arts extravaganza, Cincy Fringe (as it’s succinctly known) features an abundance of opportunities for independent artists in the worlds of theatre, visual art, music, film, dance, and everything between to present their work to paying audiences. And if you’re Kinda WEIRD, well, don’t worry…so are we!

Fringe programming features numerous categories and therefore numerous applications. For more info on applying, including this year’s Frequently Asked Question document, and to view the applications, artists can head over to https://www.cincyfringe.com/apply. Some applications feature a fee ($15-60), but some are free to submit. All applications for the 2020 Cincinnati Fringe Festival are due by 11:59PM EST on Sunday, December 8th, 2019.

If artists have any questions, they can always drop a line to Cincy Fringe Producer Chris Wesselman at cincyfringe@knowtheatre.com.

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Comedians Sought for Cincinnati Comedy Contest at Westside Venue

MISC_Cincinnati Comedy Contest logoStarting Friday November 8th, Cincinnati Comedy Contest begins at Westside Venue!

This will be a once a month contest show on the second Friday of every month.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

  • Every month the show will consist of six comedians who will perform their best 10mins.
  • Each performer must have 5 paying audience members the night of the show to compete.
  • Judging will be based off an audience vote, as well as judges vote. Winner will receive a $100 cash prize that night.
  • Performers will also receive two drink tickets the night of their performance.
  • To enter the contest, email Ricky.Glore@gmail.com

The six slots for the November show are full. If you’d like to sign up to be on the Fri, Dec. 13th or Jan. 10th show email Ricky.Glore@gmail.com

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