Executive Director, Arts & Community Impact Leader

Playwright Co; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Redhouse Arts Center seeks a dynamic Executive Director to lead a growing, community-minded arts organization. The leader will collaborate with the board, staff, artists, and supporters to advance programming, education, and social impact.

The position requires a strategic, compassionate manager with fundraising experience and a commitment to equity in the arts. Salary ranges $110,000–$130,000 with benefits; interviews begin in September.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience with strategic and leadership responsibilities.
• Proven budgeting and financial management skills.
• Experience in fundraising and donor relations is essential.
• Strong communication and community engagement abilities.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and work with a board.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the organization in alignment with the board's strategic plan.
• Develop annual budgets and monitor financial progress across programs.
• Foster governance practices and ensure strong internal controls.
• Attract, develop, and retain a talented, diverse staff.
• Oversee operations, facilities, and human resources.
• Advance programming, education, and community impact through outreach.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting and financial management

Fundraising

Community relations

Staff leadership

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent experience

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Redhouse Arts Center seeks a dynamic Executive Director to lead a growing, community-minded arts organization. The leader will collaborate with the board, staff, artists, and supporters to advance programming, education, and social impact.

The position requires a strategic, compassionate manager with fundraising experience and a commitment to equity in the arts. Salary ranges $110,000–$130,000 with benefits; interviews begin in September.