Hybrid COO: Arts & Heritage Strategy & Growth

Socket.dev; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to translate vision into operational strategy and oversee administration, budgeting, and performance. The role partners with the Executive Director and Barnes Foundation to advance mission, ensure fiscal stewardship, and drive long-term sustainability.

The COO will supervise Grants Administrator and Operations Assistant, lead organizational initiatives, and manage a hybrid work model with Philadelphia campus scheduling and

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and judgment in nonprofit settings.
• Experience budgeting and forecasting for large organizations.
• Proven ability to lead revenue diversification initiatives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strategic problem-solving.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional projects in complex environments.
• Knowledge of nonprofit finance, philanthropy, and arts/culture sectors.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse partners.
• Commitment to discretion and handling confidential information.
• Excellent written, analytical, and interpersonal communication.
• Willingness to attend occasional evening/weekend events.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience; degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness: develop and implement organizational strategy with the Executive Director.
• Finance & Operations: manage annual operating budget and day-to-day financial administration.
• Revenue Diversification: lead earned revenue strategies and explore new ventures.
• Organization-Wide Administration: oversee policies, compliance, records, and vendor relationships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Revenue diversification

Project management

Nonprofit finance

Stakeholder relations

Discretion

Communication

Time management

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to translate vision into operational strategy and oversee administration, budgeting, and performance. The role partners with the Executive Director and Barnes Foundation to advance mission, ensure fiscal stewardship, and drive long-term sustainability.

The COO will supervise Grants Administrator and Operations Assistant, lead organizational initiatives, and manage a hybrid work model with Philadelphia campus scheduling and