We're looking for a new Executive Director!
July 25 2024
Are you passionate about the arts and looking to make a difference in your community? OPAL Center for Arts and Education is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Executive Director to lead our organization. This part-time role offers the opportunity to oversee daily operations, fundraise, oversee volunteers, drive strategic planning, and ensure our programs and events flourish. Join us in promoting arts and education in Cottage Grove while enjoying a flexible schedule and a supportive environment. Apply now to become a key player in our vibrant community!
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to OCAE@opalcentercg.org.
Executive Director Job Description
Job Title: Executive Director
Reports to: Board of Directors
Compensation and time: Salary starting at $13,750/yr; approx. 10–15 hr/wk, 44 weeks / year
Job Summary
The Executive Director of OPAL Center for Arts & Education will manage daily operations, manage staff and volunteers, and drive the organization towards achieving its mission of creating a diverse community through artistic discovery. This dynamic leader will handle financial management, fundraising, community outreach and marketing, program development, and strategic planning. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors to create and implement policies and strategic plans, ensuring sustainability and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Development / External Relations
- Research, write, and submit grant applications and reports to foundations, corporations, and government agencies to grow OPAL’s community impact and artistic programs.
- Assist the Board in fundraising activities.
- Acknowledge donor contributions and maintain accurate records.
- Solicit sponsorships from local business for shows / programming.
Communications, Marketing, and Promotion
- Act as ambassador for OPAL to the general public, government and private agencies, arts organizations, and other organizations, fostering connection and partnership in the community.
- Develop and implement a marketing plan (with budget as needed).
- Manage social media accounts (creating 2 posts per week), write website content, email newsletters, event write-ups, and other marketing materials.
- Coordinate promotional printing and distribution of marketing materials.
Direct-Service Volunteers and Staff
- Recruit, communicate with, and effectively direct volunteers.
- Create and maintain a current list of volunteers with volunteer history and contact information.
Finance
- Maintain accurate financial records and bank accounts.
- With direction from the Board, prepare and submit realistic and achievable annual budgets for approval.
- Monitor and authorize expenditures within the approved budget, providing regular financial projections and reports which highlight any significant shortfalls or concerns
- Prepare financial projections and reports
- Ensure sufficient cash flow to meet OPAL’s obligations and maintain adequate reserves.
- Coordinate annual IRS documentation filing.
Administrative and Board of Directors
- Advise the Board on mission progress and operations.
- Provide staff support; record and file meeting minutes.
- Serve as a non-voting member of all Board committees.
- Attend all Board and Executive Committee meetings; prepare and present required reports.
- Ensure that all employer responsibilities are met and that the organization is in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws.
- Maintain payroll records for staff.
Production
- Develop schedules for operations, events, classes, and meetings.
- Negotiate and execute rental agreements.
- Secure required equipment, instruments, licenses, and permits needed for events and operations.
