Visionary CEO for Arts & Sciences Center

Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia seeks a President & CEO to provide visionary leadership and advance its mission in Charleston. Reporting to the Board, the CEO will strengthen philanthropy, expand community impact, and lead a complex organization with a passionate, high‑performing team.

Ideal candidates will have proven fundraising success, strategic and financial acumen, and the ability to build trusted relationships with donors, partners, and civic leaders.

Qualifications

• Experience leading fundraising initiatives and donor cultivation.
• Senior leadership experience in mission-driven organizations.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, boards, and community partners.
• Strong financial acumen and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary, strategic, and operational leadership for the Clay Center.
• Strengthen philanthropy and long‑term sustainability; expand community impact.
• Lead complex, high‑performing teams and cultivate partnerships with donors and civic leaders.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Strategic thinking

Board relations

Executive leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia seeks a President & CEO to provide visionary leadership and advance its mission in Charleston. Reporting to the Board, the CEO will strengthen philanthropy, expand community impact, and lead a complex organization with a passionate, high‑performing team.

Ideal candidates will have proven fundraising success, strategic and financial acumen, and the ability to build trusted relationships with donors, partners, and civic leaders.