Managing Director: Trinity Irish Dance

Job Category: 
Administrative
Job Types: 
Permanent
Employment Type: 
Full Time
Location: 
Chicago-City

 TRINITY IRISH DANCE seeks  managing director

Salary: Commensurate with experience
Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Chicago, Illinois, 60657, United States
Event planning, Fundraising & Development, Management

This non-profit 501(c) (3) corporation is committed to the consistent support of the teaching staff’s unique vision of educating children through hands on experiences in dance/performing arts. It strives to instill a sense of unity and friendship among the instructors, dancers and their families, as well as with the community at-large through a variety of events and opportunities designed to build upon the experience in and out of the classroom.


Position Summary:
As a senior employee, the Managing Director reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the day-to-day financial as well as office, staff, and business / member relationship management. The role extends to the execution of business plans that have been developed and/or approved by the Board, including the management and coordination of agreed upon billings, communications, events, fund-raisers, performances, workshops, etc.


Applicants: Please include salary history along with three work related references when submitting resume to this dance organization.
Qualifications and Application Requirements

Skills & Qualifications: 

Experience:
• 5+ years experience as manager of a non-profit (must include staff, event, fundraising and financial management responsibilities) with a >$1M annual budget;
• Superb customer service acumen & ability to skillfully manage member issues along with multiple projects and tasks;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in writing, editing, and producing newsletters, marketing materials, event schedules, etc.;
• Ability to motivate / lead staff, members, and volunteers to accomplish objectives;
• Ability to manage daily financial activities and negotiate & manage contracts with various product / service vendors.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day office / staff operations, events, fundraising and communication;
• Continual improvement upon operational efficiencies (i.e. on-line registration, payments, billing, etc.);
• Co manage weekly newsletter, e-blasts, web-site, etc.;
• Respond to member inquiries in a timely manner, ensure a positive message is communicated. Provide leadership and direction, and attend sponsored events, fund-raisers, etc.;
• Build and maintain external relationships, including contracts and services agreements with TBC vendors, venues, etc.;
• Work with Board of Directors to develop and maintain policies and procedures;
• Perform annual performance reviews against job descriptions and goals with each TBC employee;
• Define / communicate / enforce standards for sponsored events, fund-raisers, workshops, etc.;
• Assist in development of and execution of yearly budget - track / collect membership dues, event / workshop registrations and fees.
• Participate in regularly scheduled Board and Executive Committee meetings while maintaining strict confidentiality.

To Apply: 

How to Apply: E-mail (preferred), fax or mail: resumes@trinitydance.com Address: Trinity Irish Dance 2936 N. Southport Avenue Chicago, IL 60657 Fax: 773-524-2419 No phone calls please  

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