The ED reports to the SJDT Executive Board of Directors and works in partnership with the Artistic & Associate Directors and the Board to develop and execute the strategic vision that supports SJDT’s mission and values. The ED will be responsible for converting SJDT’s strategic artistic and educational goals into best business practices that result in institutional vitality, national recognition, and organizational sustainability.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning and Governance
· Drives long-term strategic planning, working in partnership with the Artistic staff and Board of Directors.
· Creates and puts in place the appropriate business plan to support the overall mission, vision, values & goals of SJDT.
· Engages Board members to maximize their participation in SJDT and their contribution toward its success and growth.
Fundraising and Resource Development
● Identify and cultivate new funding sources and maintain and nurture existing community, foundation, and individual donor relationships
● Develop innovative approaches to fundraising including corporations, foundations, and government grant writing; individual appeals; donor cultivation; events and digital campaigns
● Oversee and implement the annual fundraising and grants calendar, including leading the execution of fundraising events and appeals
● Support Board members in identification of prospects and subsequent fundraising appeals
Institutional Advancement and Community Relations
· Serves as a primary spokesperson to the local, regional, and national community with the Artistic staff in articulating the mission and impacts of SJDT.
· Implements a strategic development plan with Board and staff that supports SJDT’s artistic and financial objectives, meeting or exceeding annual fundraising goals, including major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, special events, and annual appeals.
· Devises and implements effective audience growth and community relations initiatives.
Communications/Marketing/PR
● Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and public relations plan for the organization that includes regular communication with the community, press, funders, and stakeholders
● Work to keep the organization’s outward facing presence current through website updates and social media activity
Finance, Administration, and Facilities
· Provides fiscal and organizational leadership, including guidance to all administrative department heads to maximize staff effectiveness and productivity.
· Develop annual budgets and cash-flow projections for the Finance Committee review and approval in collaboration with Treasurer, Accountant and Artistic staff.
· Develops and monitors measurable goals and objectives with Board committee leaders to optimize results for the Company, School, and Productions.
· Develops and implements an efficient and effective organization & operations. Hires, trains, and supervises administrative staff, mobilizes volunteers, and oversees the effective use of financial and technological resources needed to achieve the organization’s goals and objectives
· Production planning, management, coordination, contracting and meetings
· Contract drafting and execution (Docusign) for staff, dancers, guest artists, consultants, etc.
· Building/landlord management and/or issues
QUALIFICATIONS
· Passion for and demonstrable results in an arts, education, and cultural organization preferred.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a dynamic public presence and compelling speaker
· Strong organizational and collaboration skills, and the ability to develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with the Artistic Director & Associate, Board, staff, dancers, audiences, students, partners, facility users, and all those who make up the SJDT family.
· Bachelor’s degree required and advanced degree preferred
· Minimum of 5 years senior management experience with increasing levels of general management responsibility.
· Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in working with Boards to achieve and exceed fundraising goals through individual, foundation, business, and government sources.
Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:
· Inspirational leadership - Organizes and motivates people to accomplish goals and empowers them by providing clarity, direction, and purpose through a positive, motivational example of leadership.
· Results orientation - Identifies strategic initiatives and embraces a comprehensive organizational focus that most effectively mobilizes human, technical, and financial resources to maximize results.
· Dedication to quality – Vigorous drive to high caliber work both of him/her/their self and the team, while bringing a pragmatic approach to prioritization.
· Innovative problem solving - Approaches challenges with creativity and enthusiasm, while actively seeking the potential opportunity.
· Interpersonal skills - Initiates and develops relationships in positive ways while successfully collaborating with a diverse range of people, both internally and externally. Communicates with others in ways that are clear and considerate and that demonstrate ease in relating to a variety of stakeholders in a positive and persuasive manner.
· Teamwork - Contributes positively and productively to the team and builds trusting and supportive relationship with colleagues and stakeholders.
Salary Range: $90 - $125k (based on level of experience)
Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k offered
Paid sick/vacation leave and flexible hybrid work schedule
Please include a resume, cover letter, 3 professional references and salary requirements.
Email to: Michael Howerton, President SJDT - [email protected]