Macon Arts Alliance Executive Director

Position Summary

The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of Macon Arts Alliance and is responsible for conducting its administration in an efficient and effective manner, in accordance with policies set by the Board of Directors and best business practices.

The Executive Director of Macon Arts Alliance serves as the cultural diplomat for the City of Macon and Bibb County; providing leadership, arts education, advocacy, and strategic direction for the organization, articulating the positive impacts of the arts and culture industry throughout Central Georgia. The Director maintains a visible presence in guiding the overall strategic thinking, partnerships, program and policy development, and oversight of the community’s visual and performing arts programs and facilities.

The Executive Director also directs program planning, marketing, fundraising, and overall operations for the organization. The Executive Director works with the Board of Directors to establish short- and long-range goals and objectives, oversees the preparation and administration of department budgets, and monitors related expenditures and revenues to provide effective, efficient and economical fiscal management of Macon Arts Alliance’s facilities and programs. The position also provides philosophical direction, mentors, and motivates employees and board members to ensure organizational vibrancy and integrated cultural branding for the community. The Director works closely with the Macon Arts Round Table, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia Department of Economic Development and local artists, serving as an arts and culture advisor to the City of Macon, Bibb County, and the public-at-large.

Traits and Characteristics

The selected individual will have a well-rounded set of competencies that sets him or her apart from others in the field as a results-oriented leader with the ability to set, pursue, and reach goals with a can-do attitude. Leading candidates will establish goals that are relevant, realistic and attainable and will identify and implement required plans and set milestones to achieve specific goals. A champion of new ideas, this entrepreneurial leader will exhibit honesty, integrity, and fairness, and will value differences to deliver high quality services. Additionally, the Director will have a commitment to excellence and possess the following competencies:

Self Management – Pursues objectives in an organized and efficient manner, prioritizes activities, maintains high level of quality work and professional accountability.
Diplomacy and Tact – Treats others fairly in dealing with numerous stakeholders throughout the community and the region.
Results Orientation & Problem Solving – Identifies key components of problems and associated solutions, and pursues the actions necessary to complete tasks in a timely manner and achieve exemplary results.
Interpersonal Skills – Interacts with internal and external stakeholders in a positive manner, listening to different points of view, and communicating effectively.
Leading Others –Motivates and gains commitment from the team to achieve desired results. Analyzes others’ opinions and leads them to understand and willingly accept desired alternatives and strategic direction that are mutually beneficial.

Primary Responsibilities

Management and Operations

Oversee all day-to-day operations of Macon Arts Alliance, its programs, facilities, and educational activities to ensure that patrons and community members have a safe and high quality experience.
Direct and manage all aspects of the operations of Macon Arts Alliance, temporary gallery exhibitions, education and outreach programs, fundraising, and marketing.
Interview, hire and mentor staff, assign work, and provide performance appraisals on a regular basis.
Oversee all administrative and production planning support, including input into arts and culture programs and educational activities.
Maintain an organization with the highest ethical standards.

External Relations, Development, and Marketing

Serve as the public “face” of Macon Arts Alliance at various community events and represent them in a manner that enhances the City’s reputation and standing in the broader community.
Guide the creation of a comprehensive development program and assume a leading and active role in fundraising in consultation and cooperation with board members and community volunteers.
Effectively cultivate and maintain strong relationships with individual, corporate, foundation, and government funders locally and develop comprehensive plans that maximize contributed income.
Develop marketing and public relations programs that enhance brand awareness.
Work with all members of the community to develop appropriate strategic partnerships and seek to include members of the community’s various multicultural groups and people of all ages.
Interact with, and stay abreast of developments in, the regional arts and culture community. Coordinate with all City of Macon, Bibb County and regional government agencies, as needed.

Strategy, Finance, and Governance

Maintain sound financial management practices including developing an annual budget and business plan for presentation to the Macon Arts Alliance Executive Committee for approval on a regular and timely basis.
Provide concise, relevant and timely information to Macon Arts Alliance Executive Committee, so that it can fulfill its policy and decision making responsibilities.
Guide, direct and support the advisory and community boards in their duties in fundraising, governance, and as community ambassadors for the Department, its facilities, programs, and educational activities.
Identify, cultivate, and assist in recruitment of board and advisory committee members whose skills, experience, financial connections, diversity, and capacity meet the needs of Macon Arts Alliance.

Qualifications

The ideal applicant should have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. The candidate should possess responsible management expertise, including leadership skills and experience with fiscal management, marketing/public relations, fundraising, personnel, and board/volunteer relations with high quality and regionally impactful programs; as well as enthusiasm for and experience with a variety of cultural disciplines and arts education activities.

Candidates should demonstrate strong written communication and verbal presentation skills and an innate ability to build consensus and effectively interact with Board, staff, donors, patrons, volunteers, employees, and the entire community in a positive, cooperative, and inspiring manner. Proficiency with standard computer programs including Quick Books, and electronic communication tools is necessary along with exemplary public relations, negotiating, project management, and planning skills.

Salary range: $45,000 - $50,000

Email cover letter with resume to: MAExecutiveSearch@gmail.com or mail to:

Search Committee
Macon Arts Alliance
PO Box 972
Macon, GA 31202

Applications received by March 15, 2010 will receive fullest consideration.