Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island's largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it's a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Hofstra Department of Drama and Dance is one of the largest departments in Hofstra's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. There are over 200 Drama majors and minors, and 100 Dance majors and minors in an all-undergraduate program that offers a BA degree in Drama, a BA degree in Dance, a BFA in Theatrical Production/Design, a BFA in Theater Performance, and a BFA in Dance Performance. We produce an exciting and diverse season of plays and dance concerts, directed and choreographed by faculty and professional guest artists, who are attracted to Hofstra due to our close proximity to New York City. We present productions in the historic John Cranford Adams Playhouse, a 2,100-seat proscenium theater, as well as the state-of-the-art Joan and Donald Schaeffer Black Box Theater.

Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Drama and Dance, the Managing Director will work closely with faculty and staff, to include the Director of Theater Facilities and the Assistant Dean for Budgeting and Planning, to coordinate and supervise a wide variety of administrative functions. The Managing Director will support our annual season of six mainstage productions – including the annual Hofstra Shakespeare Festival, America's longest continuously-running Shakespeare Festival – two dance concerts, and a twice-annual Student rep. Incumbent will also work with the Facilities Manager of the John Cranford Adams Playhouse.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.