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Work Scope

The primary job responsibilities of the Executive Director are as follows:

Planning and Development

• Lead strategic planning processes with the Board and staff

• Monitor and evaluate organizational performance against strategic goals

• Identify opportunities for growth and development

• Ensure the sustainability and long-term viability of the organization

• Work with the Board of Directors to plan, develop, and implement the current and future organizational objectives

• Develop and execute grant strategy to secure funding, aligning proposals with organizational priorities and long-term sustainability goals

• Research, prepare, and submit grants, coordinating with program staff as needed

• Seek cash and in-kind contributions to support HCL

• Work with the board of directors on all fundraising campaigns, including time- or purpose-based campaigns

External Relations

• Represent the organization to external stakeholders

• Build and maintain relationships with funders, partners, and broad community

• Serve as primary spokesperson for the organization

• Maintain CRM database and media list

Financial Management

• Manage the finances, budgeting, and cash flow of HCL to ensure and maintain a fiscally healthy organization

• Manage on-time payments of bills

• Process payroll.

• Work with Board Treasurer and/or Finance Committee to develop, monitor, and present budgets and reports.

• Implement and manage financial procedures; ensure employees with financial responsibilities understand and follow them.

Personnel and Operations

• Work with and organize regular meetings of the Board of Directors and Committees of the Board, and maintain timely communications with the Board and Committees.

• Oversee recruitment, supervision, professional development, and performance evaluation of all team members, including staff and interns, to ensure alignment with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.

• Hire and supervise contractors and consultants for projects and/or ongoing work, based on approved plans and budgets. Manage contracts and agreements with artists, organizational partners, lessors, vendors, and other contracted services.

• Lead strategy and infrastructure for volunteer engagement.

• Manage tenant leases, venue agreements, and insurance policies.

• Maintain support for web server and office equipment.

• Manage HR functions for the organization; Generally, oversee all employee paperwork.

• Maintain general communication with HCL via email, phone, and other means.

• Oversee website management and content.

Programming

• Define HCL’s overall programmatic vision, goals, and long-term direction

• Direct and oversee the Program Manager on not only the administrative ‘what’ but also the ‘how’ of the residency program.

• Supports the Program Manager in the onboarding and offboarding of resident artists

• Work with the Program Manager to support events and performances

• Maintain artist agreements, including contracts, stipends, and organization policies

• Lead the strategy and administration of program assessment, with support from the Program Manager

 Key Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years in non-profit arts administration, especially leadership roles, or equivalent experience

• Experience in non-profit fundraising

• Experience in budgeting, cash flow, and financial management

• Experience in public relations, digital marketing, and managing social media tools and platforms

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Working knowledge of QuickBooks, G-Suite, and MS Office

• Familiarity with web content management and email communication programs

• Must be willing to adhere to the Company's workplace safety policies and protocols.

• Understands and supports contemporary artists and the processes of creative exploration and growth.

• Committed to advancing equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.

• Prioritizes and manages time well, meets deadlines and commitments, and is a self-starter with the capacity to work under pressure.

• Takes ownership of responsibilities and is a team player with a roll-up-your-sleeves approach.

• Communicates with confidence, calm, and tact, with an ability to work with a wide variety of people

• Comfortable in a shared office environment and working remotely, adapts to change and new ideas.