Executive Director, Music School — On-Site, Dual-Lead

Musical America; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

The Diana & Joel Peterson School of Music in Salt Lake City is seeking an Executive Director to provide visionary leadership in partnership with the Artistic Director. You will oversee financial health, fundraising, operations, external relations, and governance support for the 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving over 800 students across the Conservatory, Academy, and GRIT.

This on-site role requires evening and weekend presence for performances, donor engagement, and community events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Five+ years of senior management experience in nonprofit or arts organizations.
• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, marketing, and advertising.
• Strong organizational development, financial management, and HR skills.
• Experience working with boards and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategy and donor relations.
• Oversee budgeting, finance, and operations.
• Guide external relations and community engagement.
• Provide governance support and board liaison.
• Develop strategic plans with co-leaders and the Board.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Marketing

Advertising

Organizational development

Financial management

Human resources

Board relations

Project planning

External affairs

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Donor CRM systems

Google Workspace

Job description

The Diana & Joel Peterson School of Music in Salt Lake City is seeking an Executive Director to provide visionary leadership in partnership with the Artistic Director. You will oversee financial health, fundraising, operations, external relations, and governance support for the 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving over 800 students across the Conservatory, Academy, and GRIT.

This on-site role requires evening and weekend presence for performances, donor engagement, and community events.