Association of Academic Museums & Galleries. is hiring: Executive Director i

Executive Director – The Art Center of Waco, Texas The Art Center of Waco, a public, nonprofit institution, enriches lives by deepening understanding, exploration, and appreciation through engagement with programs, exhibitions, collections, and collaborations. The Executive Director (ED) has overall strategic and operational responsibility for all aspects of the Art Center and reports to the Board of Directors. The ED works with the Board to refine and implement the vision, values, and strategic plans established by the Board. Responsibilities: Promote a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and diversity. Be actively involved in programs, events, expansions, member activities, and all operational services. Develop a broad and deep knowledge of all programs to ensure impact of mission. Act as a key resource and educator regarding the current state of Waco’s art sector. Publicly represent the Art Center with external groups and build awareness around its brand and mission. Identify and recruit leading artists, exhibits, educational programs, and mentors. Manage the Art Center space. Manage all aspects of the organization’s business, including accounting and corporate records. Prepare and manage an annual operational budget. Cultivate and secure sponsors and maintain relationships with funders. Develop and implement a staffing plan and recruit Art Center employees. Facilitate the Board meetings and promote a culture of high performance. Provide leadership for the capital campaign and assure accreditation with AAM. Travel occasionally for conferences and site visits. REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: A Bachelor’s degree. A minimum of five years of senior-level management or art program organization experience. Successful resource development, fundraising, and grant-writing experience. A solid knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and financial management. Extensive experience in strategic planning and public speaking. An entrepreneurial spirit with experience in public-private partnerships. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in a related field. Experience working with a Board of Trustees. Connections to the local community. Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion. Significant experience in a major public-private partnership. Experience managing a physical space. Past experience as an artist or in the arts community. Salary is competitive with similar positions in the field and will be commensurate with talent and experience. Schedule: Desired start date: August 1, 2021. First set of resumes to be reviewed May 31, 2021. Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Jeremy_vickers@baylor.edu . #J-18808-Ljbffr