Job Opportunities at the Center
At the Arvada Center, we truly love what we do. If you're looking for a meaningful career in the arts and humanities, check out the job opportunities listed below.
Apply for any of these positions by sending a resume and cover letter to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the title of the job in the subject line. No phone calls, please.
The Arvada Center is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, neurotype, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from historically excluded communities are especially encouraged to apply.
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Open Positions
President & CEO Search
The Arvada Center is searching for a dynamic, collaborative, visionary and strategic arts leader for its next President & CEO. The President and CEO will position the Arvada Center as a premier destination for arts, culture, and humanities in the western United States. This leader will be a recognized champion for arts and humanities rooted in the Center’s commitment to artistic excellence, inclusivity, and community engagement.
The Arvada Center has retained Campbell & Company to conduct this national search. The team for this project includes Joey Scheiber, Senior Consultant, Executive Search, and Dan Nevez, Vice President, Executive Search.
To apply, please submit a current resume and letter of introduction, as soon as possible. For best consideration, please apply by November 1, 2025. A link to submit materials is available on the job description, linked below.
The Arvada Center's current President & CEO will retire June 30, 2026 and this position will begin after that date.
House Manager (Part-time)
Reporting to the Patron Experience and Volunteer Manager, the House Manager oversees operations for all public programming, including managing volunteer ushers, ensuring public safety, and
delivering exceptional customer service. This is a part-time, non-exempt position earning an hourly rate of $17.50-$19.50 per hour and is eligible for paid sick leave. This position holds a non-traditional work schedule that includes weekday, evening, and weekend hours for approximately 12-25 hours per week.
Accepting applications until August 22, 2025
Dance Instructor/Choreographer (Part-time)
Reporting to the Dance Program Manager, this hourly position teaches beginning through advanced dance classes that may include ballet, modern, tap, or hip-hop using a syllabus for students ages 6-18, potentially. This instructor may have the opportunity to choreograph for the performing company for the fall and spring concerts. Company choreography could include story ballets, jazz, hip-hop, or modern. This is a part-time, nonexempt position earning $24- $32 per hour and is eligible for paid sick leave.
Accepting applications until August 22, 2025
