The Orpheus Male Chorus of Phoenix is accepting applications for the newly created, full-time position of Executive Director. The Chorus is seeking self-motivated applicants who have experience in the operations of non-profits, with an emphasis on arts organizations. Work hours for this position will be flexible, with most work being completed remotely. The position does require attendance at meetings outside of normal work hours and in-person coordination of concert operations.
The Executive Director must be a transformative leader who will serve as a strategic partner to the Artistic Director. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will work closely with the Development and Marketing Committees of the Chorus to develop and implement forward-thinking strategies in the areas of fundraising and audience development. The Executive Director will be a relationship builder, long-term planner, and management strategist, able to accomplish the mission and achieve the vision of the Chorus and produce the resources, organizational structure, and institutional visibility necessary to succeed. The Executive Director will oversee operating and administrative functions of the chorus, to include, but not limited to: Development and Fundraising, Finance, Marketing, Outreach, and Membership.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business, arts administration, or related disciplines, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
A minimum of two years experience in non-profit and performing arts administration including concert production and financial management, including management or administrative experience in a non-profit organization. Applicants have a knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations unique to the non-profit sector.
REQUIRED SKILL SET
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a professional and positive attitude when communicating with audience, staff, singers, and donors.
• Experience in long-range planning.
• Customer Service and donor database management background.
• Strong marketing and public relations skills
• Previous fundraising experience, including prior successful work directly participating in or managing community funding campaigns.
• Experience with concert revenue planning and/or financial management for a non-profit arts organization.
• Strong computer skills, including office suites, project management, website management, and web-based applications and a willingness to adapt to new programs.
• Commitment to working with and in diverse communities while fostering an inclusive chorus.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a team.
• Ability and willingness to serve as the public face of a prominent community organization, including media appearances and appearances at community events as necessary.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Successful applicants must reside within the Phoenix metropolitan area or be willing to relocate to the Phoenix metropolitan area after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
SALARY
Salary range – $55,000 to $84,000 annually, depending upon qualifications and experience.
Salary will be negotiated at the time of a job offer.
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