Executive Director, School of the Arts Visionary Leadership

Hais; East Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Pacific Institute seeks an Executive Director of the Mid-Pacific School of the Arts (MPSA), to provide visionary leadership for a distinctive pre-conservatory arts program within a dynamic educational community.

The Executive Director champions the arts as essential to the Mid-Pacific experience, builds partnerships in Hawai'i and beyond, and strengthens visibility, reputation, and long-term sustainability of MPSA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an arts-related field or relevant leadership experience.
• Significant leadership and people management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and advocate for the arts.
• Strong organizational, budgeting, and fundraising capabilities.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion the School of the Arts within strategic conversations at all levels.
• Support the arts vision with Program Heads, faculty, and staff.
• Partner with Communications to raise visibility and public narrative for MPSA.
• Oversee arts classrooms, facilities, and budgets; ensure financial sustainability.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners; identify fundraising opportunities.
• Collaborate with Enrollment Management and College & Career Counseling to support student pathways.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication skills

Project management

Fundraising

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in arts-related field

Master’s degree in Arts Administration

Job description

Mid-Pacific Institute seeks an Executive Director of the Mid-Pacific School of the Arts (MPSA), to provide visionary leadership for a distinctive pre-conservatory arts program within a dynamic educational community.

The Executive Director champions the arts as essential to the Mid-Pacific experience, builds partnerships in Hawai'i and beyond, and strengthens visibility, reputation, and long-term sustainability of MPSA.