EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Position Type: Salary based on qualifications and experience.
Location: The Studio on Symons Street - 704 Symons St. Richland, WA 99354
Schedule: Monday – Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends required for meetings and events.
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Send resumes to amber@artscentertaskforce.com with subject line - "Last name, First Name/Executive Director"
About the Organization
Arts Center Task Force (ACTF) is the 501c3 nonprofit working to build the Mid-Columbia Performing Arts Center; a state-of-the-art venue and gathering space that will provide a home for the numerous arts organizations already active in our community and advance the cultural and economic vitality of the Tri-Cities.
Overview of the Position
The executive director is responsible for leading the effort to build a performing and visual arts center that will advance the cultural and economic vitality of our region. This is a full-time exempt position with responsibility for managing two full-time staff who oversee a studio and office space. The Executive Director will:
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Work with the Richland Public Facilities District and City of Richland to build the Mid-Columbia Performing Arts Center.
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Be the primary spokesperson for the organization to volunteers, community members and key stakeholders.
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Manage the day-to-day activities of the organization in collaboration with its paid staff.
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Supervise the recruitment and management of volunteers that will help carry out the organization’s mission.
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Work with the ACTF Board on strategic planning, communications, fundraising, and financial management.
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Required Qualifications
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Successful experience in non-profit management.
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Excellent presentation (speaking and writing) skills in both small and large group settings.
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Thrive in highly collaborative environments as well as have the ability to work independently.
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Demonstrated ability to adapt to new situations and have a flexible approach to ongoing efforts.
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Ability to cultivate and steward new relationships.
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Excellent organization skills and experience with online computing, fundraising, and database management.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
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Demonstrated fiscal responsibility in managing budget income and expenditures.
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Ability to keep sensitive information in strict confidence.
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Job Description
Leadership Duties
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Maintain a high profile within the community as the formal representative of Arts Center Task Force. Maintain effective relationships with the Board of Directors, donors, the media, and the general public.
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Establish and maintain relationships with key organizations throughout the region and state and use those relationships to strategically enhance the Task Force’s mission.
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At the appropriate time, organize and guide the campaign to approve a tax measure to help fund the Mid-Columbia Performing Arts Center.
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Work with the Board of Directors to create and implement the strategic plan.
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Work closely with all Committee Chairs, but primarily communications and fundraising, to ensure the proper execution of their goals.
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Work with the Board Chair to refine the vision and descriptions for ad-hoc committees and assist committee chairs in implementing activities if requested by them.
Management Duties
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Help plan and manage the annual budget.
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Work with the Board to establish employment and administrative policies as well as procedures for all functions and day-to-day operation of the organization and its facilities.
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Oversee management of the organization’s calendar.
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Work with the Communications Chair and Committee to assist with marketing and other communications efforts.
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Work with the Fundraising Chair to manage donor relations through the invoicing of donations, acknowledgments, and other donor relations as assigned by the Board of Directors.
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Work with the Finance chair to assist with policies, monthly record keeping, and other operations efforts.
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Hire, supervise and collaborate with organization staff as well as be responsible for terminating staff if the need arises.
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Maintain company’s files including personnel records, contracts, grants, community relations, and donor information.
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Attend all Board of Director functions including meetings and events.
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Review and forward contracts for approval.
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Ensure that bills and invoices sent to Employer are promptly paid or resolved.
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Manage e-mail and phone calls both to and from the organization either personally or through a delegate.
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Ensure that the ACTF database and website are maintained and up to date.
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Other agreed-upon duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.