President and Chief Executive Officer

Company: National Opera Center
Location: Pittsfield
Posted on: October 22, 2024

Job Description:

Network(s): Artistic Administration; Development; Education & Community Engagement; Finance, HR, & Administration; General, Executive, & Artistic DirectorsDESCRIPTIONBerkshire Opera Festival (BOF) seeks applications for the position of President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) from individuals with broad practical experience in opera and/or performing arts company management and fundraising. To steer the company in the realization of its short-term and long-range goals, BOF is seeking an entrepreneurial, collaborative leader to serve as CEO. This is a full-time position with residence year-round in the Berkshires.The CEO will report to the Board of Directors and will also serve as President of the Board with fundraising as a primary responsibility, working in close collaboration with the Artistic Director and Director of Production, BOF's co-founders. The CEO will have controlling financial authority over all departmental budgets, including the production and artistic budgets, and will be solely responsible for ensuring that all departments adhere to the budgetary parameters approved by the Board of Directors.Position Summary:The CEO is responsible for planning, organization, and direction including the critical responsibility for developing and maintaining relationships with supporters, donors, and local community organizations. The CEO is responsible for fundraising and financial management, including developing with BOF's Artistic Director and Director of Production the annual budget, managing expenses, and working collaboratively with and managing the year-round staff.Primary responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day fundraising, including creation of fundraising strategies and activities; meeting fundraising targets; planning and coordinating grant submissions;
• Supervision and management of staff;
• Financial oversight, including development and implementation of the annual budget, monitoring and control of expenses;
• Maximization of earned revenue;
• Attending and participating in board of directors committee and quarterly meetings;
• Board development-supporting efforts to identify and cultivate new board members and enhance the participation of the current board;
• Building BOF's relevance to the community through its educational activities, expanding relationships with area schools and colleges; and increasing the reach and diversity of BOF's audience and stakeholders;
• Representing BOF at appropriate regional and national organizations and events.Candidate Profile:The Board of Directors is seeking someone who inspires enthusiasm, has a track record in management, fundraising, and audience development, and who is interested in running a company in its next phase of growth. Training in arts management and development/fundraising is desirable. A good contact network throughout the opera industry would be useful. A working knowledge of Eleo donor management software (or similar database experience) would be helpful.The ideal candidate will have at least five years of senior management experience in the opera/cultural field and have the ability to work well in collaboration with the company's current artistic leadership and staff, as well as with community volunteers including the Board of Directors.Other required skills include experience in the development and management of budgets, knowledge of fundraising, marketing, competence in strategic problem-solving, and competency in the use of current business software such as QuickBooks, Microsoft 365, and GSuite.We seek a person with excellent oral and written communication skills; someone who is comfortable and adept in both private and public social and business situations with a well-developed sense of tact and diplomacy.Desired Start Date: January 1, 2025BENEFITSPay Range: $70,000 - $85,000 AnnualThe starting annual salary for this position is $70,000+ commensurate with experience. Full-time employees receive a monthly health insurance reimbursement and paid time off including federal holidays, 15 days of vacation/personal leave, and 5 sick days.HOW TO APPLYInterested applicants are encouraged to apply no later than December 20, 2024. Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, referrals, and applications (including a resume and one- to two-page cover letter) should be sent to:
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