Careers

As the Wyoming Fine Arts Center celebrates 30 years of providing high quality and engaging arts and music education, the Center is looking for a passionate and dynamic leader who can take the Center to the next level.

FSLA STATUS: Exempt

SUPERVISOR: Board Chair

SUPERVISES: Office/administrative staff and Instructors.

WORKS WITH: Board of Directors, Funders, Volunteers, Community Leaders, Community Partners, Staff

About the Role

The Executive Director (ED) is the management leader of Wyoming Fine Arts Center (WFAC) and is responsible for overseeing and carrying out the administration and programs of the organization in accordance with the strategic vision set by the Board. Primary duties include fundraising, operations, marketing, program development and community outreach. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Fundraising/Revenue Growth

• Creates and tracks two-sided revenue-generation plan (based on fundraising and registration fees) to grow revenue. 

• Researches and creates new sources of revenue, including new and expanded programming.

• Builds relationships with current and potential funders (foundations/grants, corporate supporters, individual donors, etc.).

• Develops yearly grant schedule for applications and updates and oversees the grant process from start to finish. 

Marketing

• Develops and implements public relations and marketing strategies to build revenue and effectively market WFAC and its programs.

Programming

• Ensures programming meets the needs of current and potential participants.

• Develops and implements strategies to increase participation from both Wyoming and surrounding communities.

• Ensures ongoing programmatic excellence and rigorous program evaluation.

• Ensures that all instructors operate within the Center’s rules for engagement with students and comply with the Center’s policies to ensure consistency of practices across instructors.

Finance, Operations and Human Resource Management

• Operates the organization with Board-approved policies, budgets, and strategic objectives.

• Works with the Treasurer and Executive Committees to establish and monitor fiscal controls, budget projections and budget management.

• Establishes and maintains systems, controls, and accounting records in conformance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Oversees the management and maintenance of the facility.

• Hires, trains, develops, and appraises staff and instructors effectively and takes corrective action as necessary.

• Keeps up to date on developments within the community and the country that impact the non-profit world.

Community Outreach

• Works with community leaders in Wyoming and surrounding communities to broaden knowledge of WFAC and increase participation, particularly from underserved communities.

• Explores potential partnerships with similar organizations, schools, community groups to build participation in WFAC programs.

• Utilizes volunteers as needed to support the operation of the Center and to build community connections with individuals and organizations in the community. 

Board Governance 

• Responsible for leading the WFAC in a manner that supports and guides the organization’s mission as defined by the Board of Directors.

• Responsible for communicating effectively with the Board and providing, in a timely and accurate manner, all information necessary for the Board to function properly and to make informed decisions.

• Partners with the Board on strategic planning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five or more years in a nonprofit management role with supervisory and budgetary responsibility 

• Experience in a range of development activities with demonstrated success in generating new revenue

• Marketing and community outreach experience is a plus 

• Experience in working with a nonprofit board

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong collaboration and team building skills

• Well-organized with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities