Managing Director of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts

Southwestern University, located in Georgetown, Texas is accepting applications for the Managing Director of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts. Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty, this position represents the Sarofim School of Fine Arts (SSFA) and, in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Business Office, manages the school’s general operating budgets and oversees departmental accounts. Additionally, this position supports student recruitment, coordinates the Fine Arts season schedule, and handles contracts in collaboration with the Director of Contracts and Procurement. The Director also supervises four professional staff and creates systems to support Fine Arts faculty and staff. Additionally, this role involves managing ticketing, event operations, and facility maintenance for the Fine Arts Center. This is a full-time, twelve-month, in person, exempt position with full benefits.

Primary Duties:

• Represents the SSFA in interactions with both internal and external stakeholders, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment across departments and programs.
• Manages general operating budgets, oversees departmental accounts, and works closely with the Business Office to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Collaborates with SSFA faculty and the Office of Admission to support initiatives aimed at recruiting diverse and talented Fine Arts students.
• Provide logistical support for the planning and execution of the Fine Arts season schedule, ensuring effective collaboration with department chairs and faculty.
• Led by the Office of Marketing and Communications, collaborates to develop and support campaigns promoting Fine Arts events; coordinate social media campaigns.
• Manages contractual arrangements for guest artists and vendors in collaboration with the Director of Contracts and Procurement, using established templates for contracts and procurement.
• Provides mentorship and direction to a team of professional staff, including technical assistants and administrative personnel, ensuring effective team management and support.
• Oversees ticketing, front-of-house operations, and audience services for events, ensuring exceptional patron experiences.
• Serves as building manager for the Fine Arts Center, overseeing maintenance, venue scheduling, and operational efficiency. Also partners with the Senior Director of Conference and Event Sales to support outside venue rental opportunities in the Fine Arts Center.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Master of Arts Management, Master of Fine Arts, or a degree with similar goals that prepare the individual to work in the arts management arena
• At least three years of professional experience in a leadership role with an arts organization or college/university
• Strong experience in the areas of budget management, event scheduling and execution, and stakeholder collaboration.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office, desktop publishing, Web development/website management, and social media marketing for arts programming.
• Willingness to adhere to the University’s core values
Knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.

Preferred Position Requirements:

• More than three years of professional experience in a leadership role with an arts organization of college/university
• Experience coordinating contractual agreements with guest artists, staff, and faculty
• Familiarity with emerging technologies in arts administration, including ticketing systems and CRM platforms.

To apply: The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/162055. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee. The Committee will review all completed applications until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University’s Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer. EOE/M/F

Inclusion is the deliberate effort to create an environment in which people from all backgrounds* are not only included but welcomed, valued, respected, considered, and supported within our community. People from marginalized (i.e., devalued) and/or minoritized (i.e, underrepresented) groups are heard, seen, respected and accepted in all aspects of our community. Southwestern University is committed to inclusive excellence that provides access and support, enables participation, and removes barriers so that all people within our community are empowered and can thrive in a campus that is welcoming and validating.

*including but not limited to people of color (race, ethnicity, nationality), sex, sexual identity, gender identity, age, physical and mental disabilities, socioeconomic status, religion, immigrants, and the intersection of these identities.