Arts Center Manager

• Act as President of the Chandler Cultural Foundation
• Supervise and oversee daily operations
• Set goals and objectives for assigned areas
• Manage schedules and establish work priorities
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance
• Facilitate access to resources and training opportunities
• Provide guidance and address operational and personnel issues
• Conduct interviews and make hiring decisions
• Interpret policy to ensure nonprofit practices comply with municipal contracts, processes, and procedures
• Act as liaison between the City and Chandler Unified School District, and to the community at large and stakeholders for arts and culture-related activities
• Build and sustain strong, trust-based relationships across all key stakeholder groups
• Prepare budget projections and reports, and monitor revenue and expenditures
• Assist with developing and monitoring capital improvement projects and short- and long-term division planning
• Guide multi-year program development, including contracting presented performances, youth and engagement programs, co-promotions, City events, rental events, and exhibit schedules
• Facilitate off-site presenting at partner venues in collaboration with local, regional, and national arts centers
• Monitor community needs and industry trends through surveys and research
• Develop and monitor fundraising, grant writing, marketing, public relations, advertising, and sales strategies for the Chandler Center for the Arts
• Serve as spokesperson for media inquiries and promote activities through public speaking opportunities

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, arts administration, museum studies, social science, public history, or a related field
• At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in theatre management, public/visual arts program management, and/or museum administration and business operations, and/or municipal environments
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience
• Strong operational and business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to lead teams, manage complex priorities, and deliver high-quality public-facing programs and services
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Experience working with diverse communities, boards, and staff is preferred

Experience working with diverse communities, boards, and staff

• Three medical plan options offered through the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona network
• Comprehensive dental coverage through Delta Dental of Arizona
• Vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP)
• Tax-advantaged accounts including Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (available with the White medical plan)
• Employer-paid short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary 457(b) plan (including a City contribution for eligible employees)
• Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP) with a City contribution of $25 per pay period
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid leave benefits, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 8 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer in the community
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 per calendar year for regular full-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through SupportLinc, offering confidential support and up to 10 counseling sessions
• Employee Wellness Program with a $350 incentive
• Professional development opportunities
• Free membership to Tumbleweed Recreation Center