Assistant Directors of the Enactors

Georgetown University
life insurance, tuition assistance
United States, D.C., Washington
Jul 22, 2025
Assistant Directors of the Enactors Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements The Assistant Directors of the (RJI) Enactors assist the Director in developing and delivering educational programming to campus constituencies. The (RJI) EnActors are composed of performing arts professionals and educational developers and supported by the Racial Justice Institute, Georgetown College Dean's Office, the Red House, and the CURA Initiative. The ensemble creates arts-based educational and social interventions. This work spans university settings from audiences of instructors and administrators to students and community hubs, sparking conversation and spreading knowledge. The ensemble works as "first responders" to critical conversations, developing 20-minute works that dramatize and dissect social, legal, and health disparities crafting scenarios to address the harmful racial inequities in these contexts. Pairing short, applied theater performances in a range of genres with facilitated discussions, our programs work to highlight the experience of marginalized individuals, shed light on current and historical racial inequities, and enhance participants' abilities to advance equity. Duties include but are not limited to: Consult with campus constituencies about educational needs. Develop scripts, curriculum, and other educational materials to facilitate structured post-performance conversations. Organize and facilitate campus conversations and follow-up activities. Rehearse student and professional performers. Assess program structure's impact in collaboration with Georgetown faculty and staff. Collaboratively with the Director of the (RJI) EnActors, the Assistant/Associate Director of the (RJI) EnActors will ensure the educational programming is consistently aligned with Georgetown University's mission and produces meaningful and impactful works that adapt to the needs of the Georgetown community. The successful candidate will have experience in theater, community building, curriculum development, facilitation, research, and performance production processes. Work Interactions The Assistant Directors of the (RJI) EnActors will work with the Director of the (RJI) EnActors. They will also work closely with students and faculty on all Georgetown campuses to build curriculum relevant to social justice concerns based upon performance scenarios. The Assistant Directors of the Racial Justice Enactors will coordinate with the Georgetown College DEI Office, the Georgetown College Dean's Office, the Red House, and the CURA Initiative to create a "season" of performances and community arts events that will address harmful social inequities and inspire action. The Assistant Directors of the (RJI) EnActors will also assist the Director in coordinating with the Dean's office at Georgetown College to ensure that the ensemble is adapting successfully to the campus climate and the needs of the Georgetown community. Requirements and Qualifications Bachelor's degree or master's degree preferred or equivalent experience in the field Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in theater, facilitation, producing, community building, and research settings Strong leadership skills Strong producing skills Experience in coordinating or producing theatrical works Exceptional communication skills especially in community and relationship building Experience with complex racial justice issues Experience with playwriting and development Ability to work collaboratively Experience being part of a team to achieve strategic goals and vision Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. Pay Range The projected hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $67.50 - $75.00. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors. Current Georgetown Employees: If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions. Need Assistance: If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu. Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website. EEO Statement: GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website. To apply, visit https://georgetown.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Georgetown_Admin_Careers/job/ICC-1st-Floor/Assistant-Directors-of-the-Enactors_JR22712 jeid-f87dcbfd1440ae49993c7e8877cf5e1d