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	Volunteers and Interns It's thanks to the involvement of a many talented and dedicated volunteers that Legion Arts has become one of the most respected arts presenters in the Midwest. Volunteers staff the box office at every performance, where they also serve as ushers, sound and light operators, concessionaires and production assistants. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Volunteers are involved in all aspects of the organization, including arts presenting, arts production, community arts, events management, facility upkeep and marketing. Whether you're looking to expand your circle of friends, increase your knowledge and participation in the arts, contribute to your community, or carry out a structured involvement for academic credit, we can find a place for you. Just show up at one of volunteer kickoff nights, held every September and January. (The next one takes place at CSPS Weds, Aug 29, 2007, beginning at 5:30 pm.) Or you can write us at 1103 Third St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401; call us at 319-364-1580; or e-mail info@legionarts.org. Legion Arts is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Young people, women, people of color, and all others are encouraged to apply. This notice was originally posted January 1, 2005.
	Finance Associate This position has been filled. Paid, part-time position. Legion Arts seeks an experience finance associate to assist with financial operations and planning for a small, nationally regarded arts nonprofit. Responsible for processing deposits, payables and receivables; overseeing cash flow; preparing monthly and annual reports; and other tasks. Reports to executive director, and works with executive director and board on the development and monitoring of agency budget (FY 2005 budget is $260,000). As part of a grassroots team responsible for some of the most dynamic arts programming in the Midwest, the position offers the right person ample opportunities for learning and growth. Basic computer skills required. Experience with QuickBooks and Excel desirable. Background in nonprofit finance, grants management, or arts presenting helpful. Nonprofit salary, flexible schedule, average of 4-6 hours per week. Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Legion Arts, 1103 Third St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401-2305. Materials may be faxed to 319-362-9156 or emailed to info@legionarts.org. No phone calls please. Legion Arts is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Young people, women, people of color, and all others are encouraged to apply. This notice was posted January 1, 2005.
	Program Assistant This position has been filled. Paid, part-time position. Providing support to the co-directors, this individual will be engaged with all aspects of an innovative, busy and varied program. Specific areas of activity include audience relations, box office and sales, publicity and marketing, scheduling and documentation, volunteer management, maintaining an artist resource area, and assisting the communication flow among artists, staff, and board. Will occasionally be asked to assist with other aspects of Legion Arts programs, including facility management and light cleaning. As part of a grassroots team responsible for some of the most dynamic arts programming in the Midwest, the position offers the right person ample opportunities for learning and growth. Basic computer skills required. Background in the arts, public relations or sales helpful. Nonprofit salary, flexible schedule. Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Legion Arts, 1103 Third St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401-2305. Materials may be faxed to 319-362-9156 or emailed to info@legionarts.org. No phone calls please. Legion Arts is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Young people, women, people of color, and all others are encouraged to apply. This notice was re-posted Aug 31, 2005.
	Community Arts Coordinator This position has been filled. Paid, part-time position. Providing support to the co-directors, this individual will be engaged with all aspects of an innovative, busy and varied program. Specific areas of activity include maintaining and initiating relationships with partner organizations; scheduling and planning artist residency activities; recruiting and guiding community participants; looking after offsite exhibits and artworks; and developing new audiences. Will occasionally be asked to assist with other aspects of Legion Arts programs, including artist relations, marketing and sales, facilities management and light cleaning. As part of a grassroots team responsible for some of the most dynamic arts programming in the Midwest, the position offers the right person ample opportunities for learning and growth. Basic computer skills required. Background in arts production, education, community organizing or human services helpful. Nonprofit salary, flexible schedule. Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Legion Arts, 1103 Third St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401-2305. Materials may be faxed to 319-362-9156 or emailed to info@legionarts.org. No phone calls please. Legion Arts is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Young people, women, people of color, and all others are encouraged to apply. This notice was posted June 28, 2004.
	Artist Network This position has been filled. Legion Arts seeks four Eastern Iowa artists to help initiate, build and maintain an artist network during the 2004-05, September through May season. Participants should expect to convene once or twice a month in Cedar Rapids. In addition, each artist will receive an honorarium, opportunities for professional development, and showing of his or her work at CSPS. Emerging artists preferred. All artistic disciplines (visual, performing, literary, and electronic) eligible. If interested send cover letter, resume and work sample to Legion Arts, 1103 Third St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401-2305. If you want your materials returned please include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Materials may also be faxed to 319-362-9156 or emailed to info@legionarts.org. No phone calls please. Legion Arts is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. Young people, women, people of color, and all others are encouraged to apply. This notice was posted June 28, 2004.