The Executive Director has overall strategic and operational responsibility for Arts for All Nevada’s staff, programs, fundraising, and effective execution of its mission to ensure the organization's long-term stability. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors. The Executive Director directs the day-to-day operations of the organization
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :
Organizational Leadership / Management
- Work closely and collaboratively with the Board of Directors to pursue Arts for All Nevada’s vision and execute its mission.
- Develop long and short-term strategic priorities with the Board.
- Lead ongoing programmatic excellence and results-oriented program evaluation and all aspects of operations.
- Maintain excellent collaborative relationships with community groups, funders, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization.
- Act as the organizational spokesperson and represent Arts for All Nevada at community activities to enhance the organization’s community profile.
- Successfully recruit and retain qualified staff and volunteers; support professional development opportunities.
- Provide ongoing leadership to the staff, teaching artists, volunteers, and Board.
- Maintain an ethical, family-friendly, and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations. Work with the Board to update personnel policies as necessary.
- Maintain current knowledge of developments and trends in the fields of art, disability, leadership, and non-profit operations.
Financial Planning
Work with the Board to prepare a comprehensive annual budget.Oversee the effective day-to-day operation of the organization.Responsible for the fiscal integrity of Arts for All Nevada.Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow.Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenue and expenditure of the organization.Within the Board-approved budget, make and sign contracts on behalf of Arts for All Nevada.Administer and comply with all legal, fiscal, and reporting requirements in accordance with state and federal 501(c) (3) regulations, utilizing best management and accounting practices.Coordinate with outside CPA firm, approved by the Board, for preparation of the organization’s annual tax return and audit.Fundraising and Development
Expand revenue generating and fundraising activities to support program operations.Build and sustain relationships with current and potential donors, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.Responsible for maintaining and expanding a successful grant writing program.Programs and Community Development
Work closely with the Program Manager to ensure the full range of programs are professional, innovative, and support the mission.Recruit and support teaching artists.Develop collaborative relationships with other non-profit organizationsOversee annual marketing plan, including eblasts, flyers, printed communication, press releases, etc.Stewardship of the Historic Lake Mansion
Arts for All Nevada operates out of the historic Lake Mansion. The organization is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and the long-term conservation and preservation of the Mansion.
Ability to identify the need for repairs and work with a variety of different tradespeople.Work collaboratively with the Nevada State Office of Historic Preservation as long as the Mansion is under covenant.Demonstrate and promote a sensitivity to the historic nature of the structure.Qualifications
The Executive Director must be committed to Arts for All Nevada’s mission and have proven leadership, fundraising, and management skills. Experience and other qualifications should include :
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a non-profit organization with demonstrable increases in administrative, programmatic, and managerial responsibilitiesBachelor's or Master’s degree in a related field (art, education, and nonprofit administration).Ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders and cultures, including arts, disability, and under-served communities of all ages.Demonstrated fundraising successDirect experience with fundraising and resource development including cultivation, events, grant writing, donor solicitation, etc. Familiarity with local and statewide donors and development community desirable.Proven successful experience providing direction, leadership, and vision to a non-profit staff and Board.Experience developing high-quality programs and using data-driven program evaluation methods.Compelling and engaging interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Expectations
Ability to work independently without supervisionShould possess the personal characteristics generally recognized as essential for public employees, including integrity, initiative, emotional maturity, dependability, courtesy, good judgment, and the ability to work cooperatively with others.
