Executive Director – Clear Lake Arts Center

CLEAR LAKE ARTS CENTER – EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Leadership and Management

•   Ensures all stakeholders are aware of the mission, vision and core values of the Arts Center.
•   Manages in a way which is entrepreneurial and innovative
•   Implements policies and procedures and provide clear direction to enhance the mission and operation of CLAC
•   Demonstrates proficiency in development, grant-making, and donor engagement and retention.
•   Establishes measurable results for key outcomes
•   Demonstrates fiscal management and accurate budgeting
•   Motivates and manages operations, maximizing the potential of staff and volunteers
•   Develops relationships with members, donors, artists, educators and civic leaders
•   Develops partnerships with area cultural organizations, non-profits and arts centers across Iowa
•   Communicate the value of the CLAC and its programs to multiple audiences

  Program Management

•   Ensure the development of innovative, engaging and instructive programs to attract a broad range of participants
•   Promote and increase participation in programs and monitor effectiveness
•   Recruit and retain qualified instructors to meet the needs of the community

  External Relations and Community Engagement

•   Be CLAC’s ambassador and raise visibility throughout the region
•   Has experience and can create or direct effective marketing strategies geared to a variety of audiences
•   Actively engage relationships with schools, local leaders, community members, and the arts community

  Board Relations and Governance

•   Responsive to the Arts Center Board, providing accurate and timely information
•   Work with the Board to create Committees to conduct and enhance the work of the CLAC

  Fundraising and Financial Management

•   Manage CLAC’s fiscal activities; be responsible for sound financial practices, reading and preparing budgets
•   Implement a fundraising strategy and multi-year plan to support existing program operations
•   Cultivate and maintain relationships with all CLAC’s funders
•   Identify new sources of funding, cultivate relationships with new potential donors, and ensure the organization thrives
•   Ensure programs are carried out in a cost-effective manner and that CLAC operates within budget guidelines
•   Ensure that all records and documents are accurate and maintained

  Experience

•   Significant experience in a management role in a non-profit or successful business including staff supervision
•   Demonstrated ability to create and execute successful fundraising strategies, grant writing, contracts, special events and

  individual donor fundraising

•   Exceptional written and oral communication skills and experience in public speaking
•   Experience in program development