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May 22, 2023
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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

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