Executive Director

Requirements
The capacity to lead and motivate, supervise, manage, delegate, and inspire confidence with the ability to understand and interact with the music world on a local, regional, national and international level.
• Proven leadership ability and measurable experience in fundraising and resource development, marketing, public relations, and audience development, especially within the nonprofit sector.
• Excellent financial management and budgeting skills, as well as knowledge of reporting requirements for nonprofits.
• Experience working in a management position with a professional orchestra or comparable nonprofit organization in the performing arts.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate persuasively the importance of orchestral music in the community.
• Working knowledge of orchestral music, production, and operations.
• Understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing symphony orchestras, especially in small-to-medium sized communities.
• A management style that emphasizes consensus-building and the importance o teamwork.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in standard word-processing, spreadsheet, and financial management software, as well as orchestra related software.
• Knowledge of current trends in social media and other technologies used for marketing and constituency building.

Education
An undergraduate degree is required and Masters of Arts Administration, Arts Management, or Business Administration is preferred.

Starting Date
Fall 2024

Salary
Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Additional Benefits
Comprehensive DSSA employee benefits package is available

Relocation Costs
Negotiable

Application Process
Applications are being received and will continue until the position is filled
Include:
1. Letter of application
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information of three (3) professional references
Send application or questions to:
kkatzmarek@dsso.com