The National Association of Schools of Theatre, a not-for-profit specialized accrediting association founded in 1965, headquartered in Reston, VA, is seeking a full-time (9-5, M-F) staff member. Once hired, this employee will hold consistent responsibilities and duties with and among all organizations and operating entities managed by the National Office for Arts Accreditation, including the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST), the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD), and the Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS).
The Association employs fourteen staff members in a non-smoking, studious, quiet, and busy office environment. Remote work may be considered depending upon assigned job responsibilities and after hired, the employee’s ability to demonstrate sustained attention to and success with these responsibilities. Attire is business casual. The National Office is within walking distance of the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station.
Daily responsibilities:
Assist as assigned with daily responsibilities associated with the work of the National Office and its constituent organizations, including:
- Supporting and assisting individuals seeking information about the work of the Associations.
- Maintaining office operations, systems, equipment, including but not limited to, receiving and processing information; populating databases and spreadsheets; preparing and providing reports; filing and archiving information; accounts receivable and e-commerce activities.
- Assisting with the work of the accreditation Commissions, including but not limited to preparing accreditation materials; reviewing, reading, and providing feedback regarding accreditation materials; preparing accreditation materials for Commission review; assisting in the preparation of Commission agendas and the work of the Commissions.
- Creating Annual and other meeting program text as informed by notes, feedback, discussion, and assignment; invite, confirm, and communicate with Annual and other meeting personnel; organize, manage, monitor, and maintain as current Annual and other meeting program content and personnel.
- Preparing and completing meetings, including but not limited to, annual, accreditation, and policy meetings, and those related to special projects.
- Preparing and completing documents, publications, and correspondence, including crafting, editing, and proofreading various texts.
- Attending to aspects of Association activities, projects, and events.
Attributes desired:
Unwavering integrity; disciplined dedication; deep intelligence and a keen intellect; desire to serve and contribute; cordial, welcoming, and respectful demeanor; curiosity and a passion for learning; superior judgment and problem-solving ability; ability to maintain confidentiality; and awareness and avoidance of situations which could result in the creation of conflicts of interest or the appearance thereof.
Skills required:
- Demonstrated ability to understand and work with and in complex systems
- Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated organizational abilities
- Exceptional writing skills, editing, and proofreading skills
- Outstanding verbal communication skills
- Ability to format documents, ensuring consistency among various texts
- Capacity to research topics; review and consider information; present clear, concise, and cogent written distillations of thoughts, ideas, facts, and results
- Excellent customer service skills; patient and instructional manner
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to work successfully both independently and in teams
- Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience with or ability to learn quickly Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Box.com, FileMaker, Salesforce, and Mac operating systems
Necessary Qualifications:
An undergraduate degree is required. Writing expertise is required. Study in an arts discipline and post-collegiate professional experience is desirable.
Compensation/Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with demonstrated ability and experience. Comprehensive benefits package includes selected paid holidays; paid vacation; individual health, dental, vision, and disability insurance (if eligible); and employer-sponsored 403(b) and HSA savings plan. Opportunities for advancement are available.
Application Process:
To be considered for this position, please email the documents outlined in the bullets below in one PDF-formatted file using your full name as the file name to NASMSA26@gmail.com. These documents must be originally created by the applicant without the assistance of AI. Please include NASMSA2026 in the email’s subject line.
- A formal cover letter which 1) describes in detail your capacity to address the “daily responsibilities” outlined above; and 2) documents your “attributes” and “skills” – both as described above.
- A resume outlining your educational experience including degree(s) earned, and your professional experience including the names of employers and dates of employment. Please include 3-5 professional references.
Incomplete applications and those which do not demonstrate attention to the instructions above will not be considered and will be returned.
Timeline:
The position is open at this time and is anticipated to be filled as soon as a candidate meeting the requirements above is found.
Posted 3/9/26