Executive Director

About Dublin Arts Council

For more than forty years, Dublin Arts Council (DAC) has been a vibrant hub of innovation, cultural enrichment, and community connection in Ohio and beyond. A nonprofit organization that celebrates art as a catalyst to spark imagination, foster understanding, and bring people together, DAC creates opportunities for curiosity, dialogue, and creativity. Through interactive public art installations, immersive gallery exhibitions, and expansive community programs, DAC celebrates art as part of daily life—a force that connects neighbors, enriches communities, and strengthens cultural and economic vitality.

With a steadfast commitment to diversity and guided by its mission to engage communities, cultivate artistic expression, and foster lifelong learning through the arts, DAC ensures the arts are not just for some, but for everyone who lives, works, visits, plays and learns in Dublin.

The Opportunity

Dublin Arts Council seeks an experienced and strategic arts leader to drive the organization’s continued excellence in public art, exhibitions, and community programming. The Executive Director (ED) will partner with a committed board to shape the vision and strategy for DAC’s next chapter. Together, they will broaden audience engagement, expand community support, and elevate awareness of this world-class institution.

Leading a passionate and knowledgeable staff, the incoming Executive Director will drive the vision to increase the organization’s impact and support the team in executing high-quality exhibitions and community programs. In addition, they will combine their commitment to the mission of the organization, with their understanding of nonprofit operations, community relations, finance, and management to maintain the organization’s position as one central Ohio’s leading arts organizations.

Key Position Functions

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management of Dublin Arts Council, reporting to the organization’s Board of Directors. The ED will:

• Successfully promote and fulfill the mission, vision, and impact of DAC.
• Demonstrate confidence, poise, and credibility in high-stakes environments. Effectively engage with board members, donors, key stakeholders, and staff, inspiring trust and alignment. Possess exceptional communication skills, the ability to navigate complex situations with diplomacy, and the gravitas to represent the organization at the highest levels.
• Identify and cultivate excellent relationships and rapport with the external community including volunteers, stewards, patrons, local businesses, corporations, foundations, governmental entities, and educators.
• Manage and oversee all DAC employees and contract workers, to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission.
• Connect the Dublin community with artists and advocates on issues related to art and quality of life for residents in Dublin and central Ohio.
• Demonstrate a passion for and knowledge of the organization’s mission.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• 5 or more years’ experience leading cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated commitment to the arts and artists
• Demonstrated understanding of marketing and development principles

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in arts education, arts administration, nonprofit management, public administration or related field

Compensation

DAC is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for this position. The target salary is $130,000-$160,000, commensurate with experience.

Application Process

Benefactor Group is pleased to be assisting Dublin Arts Council with this executive search. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. All applications are considered highly confidential. To be considered for this position, please submit an application at this link: https://bit.ly/DAC-EDapp.

Benefactor Group Recruitment Team

HR@benefactorgroup.com

http://www.benefactorgroup.com

The full position profile can be found here: https://bit.ly/DAC-EDprofile

To learn more about Dublin Arts Council, please visit: https://www.dublinarts.org/.

Please do not contact Dublin Arts Council staff or board with questions or interest in the role. All inquiries about the position should be directed to Benefactor Group.