Campus
OSU-Stillwater
Contact Name & Email
Kirsten Olds,
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
This position is based full-time in Taos, New Mexico.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous / Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
$52,200 - $80,000
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by December 1, 2025 to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About this Position
The Doel Reed Center for the Arts—Oklahoma State University’s creative outpost in the mountains of northern New Mexico—is seeking an energetic, highly organized professional to keep this vibrant hub running smoothly. Nestled just outside Taos, the Center welcomes OSU students, faculty, alumni, and lifelong learners for credit courses, leisure learning programs, lectures, and community events.
As the Center’s Manager, you’ll be the on-site staff member (staff of one) responsible for day-to-day operations and the welcoming atmosphere that makes the Doel Reed Center extraordinary. Working in close partnership with a faculty Director based in Stillwater, Oklahoma, you’ll manage everything from course logistics and event planning to property oversight, budgets, and community outreach—ensuring that every class, lecture, and gathering shines.
Key Responsibilities
Programming & Event Coordination (25%)
- Coordinate logistics for academic and leisure learning courses
- Manage event planning for visiting speakers, fellows, and guests
- Arrange travel and accommodations for Center visitors
- Support outreach activities including tours, lectures, and community events
Fiscal Management (25%)
Oversee budgets, contracts, payments, and financial reportingManage course registration platforms and merchandise salesCollaborate with OSU Museum of Art fiscal staff on payroll and complianceCommunity & External Relations (20%)
Represent the Center in Taos, Santa Fe, and surrounding communitiesBuild partnerships and promote the Center through civic engagementAttend meetings and share updates on Center activitiesAdministrative Support (20%)
Assist with communications, marketing, and schedulingProvide support to the Director and Advisory CommitteeMaintain smooth day-to-day operationsProperty Management (10%)
Oversee maintenance and service needs for the Center’s facilitiesCoordinate construction projects and maintain inventory recordsEnsure compliance with OSU property and insurance guidelinesWhat We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree4 years of experience in customer service, event planning, program coordination, or a related area (post-secondary education may substitute for years of experience)Excellent interpersonal skills for working with diverse stakeholders and the publicStrong public speaking, written and oral communication, financial, and organizational skillsAbility to take direction and work on projects without continuous oversightWillingness and ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support programmingAbility to travel to Oklahoma several times per yearValid driver’s licenseAbility to lift up to 25 lbs and set up event spaces indoors and outdoorsWhy Join Us?
Work in a creative and inspiring environmentMake a meaningful impact on arts education and community engagementEnjoy a role that blends administration, programming, and public relationsBe part of a supportive team with a shared passion for the artsApply now to help artists, students, and lifelong learners discover inspiration in the high desert at the Doel Reed Center for the Arts!
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)4 years of experience in customer service, event planning, program coordination, or related area
Certifications, Registrations, and / or Licenses :
Valid driver’s licenseSkills, Proficiencies, and / or Knowledge :
Excellent interpersonal skills in working with various stakeholders and the publicStrong public speaking, written and oral communication, financial, and organizational skillsAbility to take direction and work on projects without continuous oversightPreferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the Taos area and community