Executive Director, Community Performing Arts Center

ChamberMaster; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and Long-Term DisabilityInsurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, 0

Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)

Time Off with Pay

Professional Development/Expense

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Sick Banks

Job summary

Elgin Community College seeks an exceptional leader to guide a dynamic, multi-venue academic and community performing arts center. This role oversees a $1.7M instructional and auxiliary portfolio, leading programming, contract negotiations, marketing, and financial stewardship to ensure mission-aligned operations.

The Senior Director supervises faculty and staff, supports music programs including private lessons and ensembles, and builds strong partnerships with in-residence ensembles and

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in arts, nonprofit administration, business, or related field.
• 7+ years in senior leadership at a nonprofit with budget/P&L responsibility.
• Proven success in strategic planning, marketing, and organizational goals.
• Experience managing mixed income streams—earned, grants, contributions.
• Partnership-building with internal/external stakeholders and donors.
• Knowledge of performing arts venue management and CRM/ticketing basics.
• Familiarity with CBAs, labor requirements, and education board guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a $1.7M instructional/auxiliary portfolio and lead programming.
• Negotiate artist contracts, manage marketing and financial stewardship.
• Supervise faculty and staff, support music programs and ensembles.
• Build partnerships with in-residence ensembles and community arts groups.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget and P&L management

Contract negotiations

Marketing strategy

Donor/grant engagement

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Graduate degree in arts/nonprofit administration/business

Bachelor’s degree with substantial leadership experience

Tools

CRM systems

Box office systems

Financial software

Job description

Elgin Community College seeks an exceptional leader to guide a dynamic, multi-venue academic and community performing arts center. This role oversees a $1.7M instructional and auxiliary portfolio, leading programming, contract negotiations, marketing, and financial stewardship to ensure mission-aligned operations.

The Senior Director supervises faculty and staff, supports music programs including private lessons and ensembles, and builds strong partnerships with in-residence ensembles and