Overview:

LCT’s mission is to bring exceptional theater to life. Building on a legacy of artistic excellence, LCT strives to expand what is possible: to make the magic of theatre more palpable, empowering visionary artists and extending the invitation for the community to join in celebrating the power of live performance. To see that mission to fruition in a new era at the New York institution, commencing with the current 2025-2026 season, Lear deBessonet assumes the role of Kewsong Lee Artistic Director, alongside Managing Director Mike Schleifer, Executive Producer Barlett Sher, Stacey and Eric Mindich Producer Nicole Kastrinos, Executive Director of Development and Planning Naomi Grabel, and LCT3 Artistic Director and Producer Maria Manuela Goyanes.

Founded in 1985 by Board Chair Hon. John V. Lindsay, Executive Producer Bernard Gersten and Director Gregory Mosher, and led for 33 years by André Bishop, LCT is one of the leading nonprofit theaters in the country, producing an annual season of plays and musicals that have been seen by millions around the globe. It is one of 11 autonomous constituents of the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. Each year, the three theaters that make up LCT welcome nearly 300,000 audience members to its home on the Lincoln Center campus.

Over the last 40 years, LCT and its outstanding productions have received many of the highest accolades, including 87 Tony Awards®, 97 Drama Desk Awards, 79 Outer Critics Circle Awards, 33 Obies, 11 NY Drama Critics Circle Awards, and one Pulitzer Prize, as well as two finalists.

LCT Values:

We dedicate ourselves to serving an ever-expanding community of theater artists – playwrights, directors, actors, designers, and composers – in developing their voices and visions without compromise. We strive for the highest standard of excellence and innovation to reach new levels of artistic and organizational achievement. We welcome a broad range of thoughts, experiences, and perspectives to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We treat each other with dignity and care.

Position Summary:

Lincoln Center Theater is seeking a temporary, part-time, People and Culture Assistant.  The position will assist the People and Culture department, currently made up of the Director and Associate Manager. The hybrid position requires weekly availability of 15-20 hours a week during regular business hours (Monday - Friday, 10am-6pm). The length of this position is late July/August 2026 - February 2027.

Responsibilities:

Administrative and General Support

Support the People and Culture department and maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, or promotions.

Assist the Director of People and Culture with hiring communication and onboarding employment documentation.

Assist with research projects including HR best practices, current labor laws, and inclusion initiatives.

Assist the Director of People and Culture with hiring communication and onboarding employment documentation.

Assist on record maintenance on LMS, HRIS/ATS (BambooHR), and Cloud Storage (OneDrive) up to date.

Manage paperwork and documentation of files, especially related to company policies.

Copyedit internal HR communication.

Other duties as directed.

Employee Engagement and Culture

Research events related to awareness months and affinity calendars, creating a digital flyer to distribute to staff.

Assist in the implementation of internal staff events, including but not limited to Monthly Celebrations, Wellness Workshops, and the Holiday Party.

Assist the Associate Manager of People and Culture with facilitating professional development or trainings for LCT staff and companies.

Position Requirements and Experience: 

This position requires a bachelor's degree; and 1-2 years of relevant administrative experience, preferably in a not-for-profit, theater, or in the performing arts.

Tech-savvy and proficiency with Microsoft Office, some experience with Canva, HRIS, and Learning Management Systems preferred, but not required.

Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Experience in writing business correspondence.

Highly adaptable, flexible, with a keen attention to detail.

Strict confidentiality across all communications, documents, and interactions, always exercising sound judgment.

Approaching work with flexibility, resilience, positivity, and a collaborative mindset, contributing to a supportive work culture.

Compensation:

The position pays $22-$25/hour, working 15-20 hours per week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, affectional preference, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, pregnancy, disability, genetic predisposition, age, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, or any other protected characteristic, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.  

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