Executive Director - Kaddatz Galleries

Fergusfalls; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Kaddatz Galleries, Inc. in Fergus Falls, MN seeks an Executive Director to lead operations, fundraising, education initiatives, and strategic growth in collaboration with the Board.

This full-time, exempt role focuses on cultivating partnerships with artists and audiences regionally, overseeing marketing, finances, and staff, and advancing the gallery’s mission within Otter Tail County.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3–5 years equivalent gallery/art-world management.
• Proven ability in fundraising and building donor relationships.
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising efforts with donors, foundations, and sponsors.
• Oversee marketing, communications, and website operations.
• Manage finances, budgeting, and relationship with contracted accounting firm.
• Hire and supervise gallery staff and contractors while ensuring DEI and accessibility.
• Represent the gallery publicly and build partnerships regionally.
• Plan and oversee exhibitions, events, and education initiatives.

Skills

Fundraising

Marketing

Communications

Board relations

Leadership

Financial management

Staff supervision

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 3–5 years equivalent

Tools

Mac OS

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Square commerce

Canva

Givebutter

Job description

"

Kaddatz Galleries, Inc. seeks their new Executive Director. Located in downtown Fergus Falls, the Gallery is part of a thriving arts community (music, theater, dance, visual arts, literary). The new Executive Director will have an opportunity to work with the Board to shape and mold their existing strategic plan and embark on new exhibit and education initiatives. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and a Board of Directors committed to growth and success.

Position Description

Located in beautiful Otter Tail County, Kaddatz Galleries is part of a thriving arts community in downtown Fergus Falls. The position requires a passionate individual who will advance partnerships with artists and their audiences throughout the region.

Areas of responsibility include the organization’s fundraising, marketing & communications, community & partner relationships, website maintenance, finances and oversight of the Kaddatz Gift Gallery. While specific roles and responsibilities are assigned to other staff/contractors, the organizational strength for this position lies in harnessing the abilities of all to move the organization forward with financial stability and artistic aptitude.

Job Classification: Full-time at-will, exempt

Location: Fergus Falls or area community, not a remote position

Salary: Commensurate with experience, $65,000-$70,000 plus benefits.

BOARD RELATIONSHIPS

Sustains clear organizational communication with the Board of Directors.

Works directly with the Board President on communications with and to the Board.

Maintains Board‑related materials.

FUNDRAISING

Works with the Board of Directors on building strategic relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and other supporters of Kaddatz Galleries. This includes appeals, campaigns, special events, membership database, and other fundraising initiatives. Researches and writes grants to support the operational and program needs of the organization. Oversees compliance with grant funded activities, including all reporting (interim, final reports, etc.). Works with Support Work Groups (membership, sponsorship, special events, endowment, individual donors). In addition, works with the Endowment Advisory Committee to Kaddatz Galleries Agency/Endowment Fund with West Central Initiative.

MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS, and WEBSITE

Maintains mailing lists. Plans and participates in developing digital marketing, and marketing plan for programming. Creates and distributes twice monthly e‑Newsletter, maintains all social media accounts, writes and distributes press releases, and designs digital assets. Negotiates advertising contracts with all vendors. Maintains and updates website regularly, including updated photography, upcoming events.

FINANCE

Works with a contracted accountant firm to pay bills, manage financial records, and create budgets for the organization. Manages day‑to‑day financial operations, including arts commissions to sales records and pays artists in a timely manner. Downloads all monthly bank statements (checking and savings), sales tax collected by cash/checks and makes the monthly deposits. Accounting Firm will keep all quarterly and annual reports up to date, in compliance with 501c3 status and standards, including all employee taxes as recorded in monthly payroll.

COMMUNITY AND PARTNER RELATIONSHIPS

Serves as the public representative and spokesperson of the Kaddatz Galleries. Identifies and establishes relationships with individuals and organizations that increase the footprint of the work of Kaddatz Galleries including, but not limited to, other arts organizations, funders, donors, and downtown businesses. Initiates sending notes of gratitude to individuals, organizations and businesses.

GALLERY STAFF

Builds a cohesive team through hiring/supervision of all paid gallery staff and paid contractors, including curatorial and educational, consistent with DEI and accessibility practices. Creates and oversees a list of expectations to assure that all gallery and program staff are delivering consistent and quality guest services. Educates Gallery staff/volunteers about current exhibitions in the two Gallery spaces, with six exhibitions per year.

ADMINISTRATION/OPERATIONS

Maintains regular communications with ARTSPACE projects, Building Manager, and Kaddatz Loft residents, especially regarding requested repairs, Gallery events and shared use of the Kaddatz Community Room.

GIFT GALLERY RESPONSIBILITIES

Curates relationships with regional artists to offer the Kaddatz Gift Gallery as an opportunity for art sales. Oversees management of inventory and ensures items are entered into the POS (Point of Sale) system. Prepares and gathers contracts and needed paperwork from Gift Gallery artists. Ensures/Maintains Kaddatz Gift Gallery record‑keeping.

EVENTS

Creates a task list to be executed, in collaboration with volunteers, for each Kaddatz Event, including artists’ receptions, special fundraising events, Kaddatz Connect, Gala, etc. that includes a timeline for completion. Works with Board and volunteers to ensure all event needs are addressed well in advance of the event. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

Qualifications, Skills and Traits

Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years equivalent work experience or gallery/art‑world management. Display a sense of passion and curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, inclusivity and patron‑centric focus. Demonstrated ability in raising funds and building strong relationships with donors, sponsors, grant makers and others. Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to organize resources, multitask, juggle multiple projects as well as remain flexible considering a changing operational environment. Proven ability in administration and direct supervision of employees/volunteers. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Track record as a leader in producing artistic events and activities in community. Accomplished as a communicator Financial management skills, including reporting and creating organizational budgets. Computer proficiency, especially Mac OS, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Square commerce, Canva, Givebutter(fundraising).

"