Director of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts Admin.

Southwestern University, located in Georgetown, Texas is accepting applications for the Director of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts Administration.

Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty, this position represents the Sarofim School of Fine Arts (SSFA) and in partnership with the finance department manages the school’s non-departmental budgets and accounts. Additionally, this position supports student recruitment, coordinates the Fine Arts season schedule, and handles contracts in collaboration with the Director of Contracts and Procurement. The Director supervises four professional staff and creates systems to support Fine Arts faculty and staff. This role also involves managing ticketing, event operations, and facility maintenance for the Fine Arts Center. This is a full-time, twelve-month, in person, exempt position with full benefits that reports to the Dean of the Faculty.

Primary Duties:

• Represents the SSFA in interactions with both internal and external stakeholders, fostering a cohesive community within the Fine Arts sector.
• Collaborates with the Finance Office to manage SSFA’s general operating budgets and provide oversight of departmental accounts.
• Work with SSFA faculty and the Office of Admission to support student recruitment efforts and related initiatives.
• Coordinates the Fine Arts season schedule in partnership with department chairs to ensure effective program planning and execution.
• Manages contractual arrangements in collaboration with the Director of Contracts and Procurement, using established templates for contracts and procurement.
• Create and implement systems and processes that support the activities of Fine Arts faculty and staff within the SSFA.
• Partners with the Senior Director of Conference and Event Sales to explore and support outside venue rental opportunities in the Fine Arts Center.
• Supervises the Fine Arts Administrative Assistant, Venue and Production Manager, and two Studio Art Technical Assistants, ensuring effective team management and support.
• Oversees all ticketing and front-of-house operations to ensure smooth and efficient event management.
• Serves as the building manager for the Fine Arts Center, handling facility operations and maintenance.

Position Requirements:

• Master of Arts Management, Master of Fine Arts, or a degree with similar goals that prepare the individual to work in the arts management arena.
• At least three years of professional experience in a Director or role in the arts.
• Experience collaborating with others on all aspects of event planning and implementation.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in budget administration.
• Excellent computer skills, graphic design, and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Possesses leadership skills and a professional work ethic.
• Ability to adhere to the University’s core value.
• Knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community

Preferred Position Requirements:

• Experience coordinating contractual agreements with guest artists, staff, and faculty.
• Knowledge and/or experience (academic or professional) with web development, desktop publishing, and website management.

Southwestern University offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, life, long term disability, retirement, generous paid time off, undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking and discounted meal rates. Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern University is deeply committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia.  For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu.

To apply:

The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/151839.

Interested persons must submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately.  Email and paper applications will not be accepted.  Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee.  The Committee will review all completed applications until the position is filled.  All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University’s Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.  EOE/M/F

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