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Job Posting – Contract Associate – Western Region

Actors' Equity Association, AFL-CIO is seeking an energetic and motivated person to serve as a CONTRACT ASSOCIATE.

The ideal candidate will provide key administrative and strategic support for the Western Special Appearance Agreement, Guest Artist Agreement & SPT Department of Actors' Equity Association, the progressive, dynamic labor union representing the 47,000 Actors and Stage Managers working in the professional theatre nationwide.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Enter contract/code/report data in a timely manner with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail; Compose standardized and non-standardized correspondence to Members and Employers; Handle a heavy call load and answer basic questions (e.g. minimum salaries, contract type) asked by any producer or member in assigned area; Conduct polite, patient, and professional interactions; Function well as a team with assigned Business Representative by maintaining a professional and courteous working relationship; Work with Business Rep to achieve daily goals and special projects; Track issues relating to the membership in your assigned jurisdiction (e.g. conflict of interest); The selected candidate may also assist the Senior Business Rep and backup other staff members as needed.

Requirements: Excellent oral and written communication skills; Superior interpersonal and administrative skills; Highly detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment; Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; Proactive problem-solving attitude is valued; Respect for confidentiality and discretion is a must; BA or equivalent degree. Major or minors in theater, other performing arts or labor studies a plus.

Compensation: High 20's; Excellent fully paid family health benefits (medical, dental, optical); Employer funded defined benefit pension plan; 401k; Opportunity for career development and advancement

Please submit COVER LETTER and RESUME to westernjobs@actorsequity.org no later than Friday, 11/25/11.

Actors' Equity Association is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

from LA Culture Net