The Executive Director position is an exempt full-time position, reporting to the Board of Directors of Delphi Opera House, Inc.

Job Duties

• Manage contracts (performers, vendors, etc.)
• Support the Program Committee as needed
• Develop and set the performance calendar
• Develop the playbill program(s) write press releases and work with local media
• Solicit and arrange for annual program sponsorships
• Develop annual budget with Finance Committee; oversee budget income and expenditures and present to Board of Directors at monthly board meetings
• Develop and implement with Development Committee an annual plan for fundraising/development
• Develop and implement annual marketing plan for organization and events;
• Establish and nurture positive relationships with community, stakeholders, and peer organizations and be the face of the Delphi Opera House in the community
• Oversee the selection and training of part-time staff* and/or volunteers. Supervise other professional staff (if in place)
• Manage technical systems, box office, etc.
• Provide overall management of the facility
• Maintain communication and positive relationships with the Board of Directors and Delphi Preservation Society
• Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, evaluation and scheduling with support from the Volunteer Coordinator

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills;
• Social media and design skills;
• Competency in use of Gmail, Google Docs, Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, Excel Spreadsheets and financial management;
• Bachelor’s or higher degree with focus in arts administration, non-profit management, theater management, or marketing and/or equivalent experience;
• Minimum of five years in key arts administration roles

Desired Skills

• Experience working with non profit organizations
• Experience working within community developing and supporting programs and or training to include diversity or inclusion programs
• A service mindset that will contribute to the candidate’s ability to succeed in this position.

The Delphi Opera House, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization and