Executive Director

Overview

Brookline Arts Center — Brookline, MA
• Full-Time | On-Site
• Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 annually

The Brookline Arts Center (BAC) is seeking a creative, energetic and enterprising Executive Director with a “can do” attitude and a passion for the arts and education. The BAC is a visual arts center committed to bringing the community meaningful experiences in the arts through classes, exhibitions and outreach. At 60 years old, the BAC is one of the most comprehensive arts centers in the Greater Boston area, serving over 1,200 individuals of all ages and backgrounds annually.

Each year, our programs include classes and workshops, 4-6 exhibitions, community outreach initiatives in collaboration with several organizations, community events, and an artist residency.

The Executive Director will provide leadership for the organization through hands-on programmatic and financial oversight, implementation of fundraising marketing strategies, partner and program development, as well as board, community and donor relations.

• Fosters and oversees all fundraising activities, working with the Board to develop fundraising strategies and events including stewarding donors and sponsors
• Researches and writes grants for special programs and operations
• Ensures implementation, management and reporting of grants and projects

• Ensures quality and responsiveness of core arts programs so they remain engaging, innovative and consistent with the organization’s mission, philosophy, objectives and overall strategic vision
• Builds community by gaining local support and partnership while working on fulfilling BAC’s strategic goals
• Recruits and retains high quality faculty
• Analyzes reports on enrollment trends, competitive analysis, tuition pricing and others as needed

• Serves as the BAC’s external face and ambassador, conveying the importance and uniqueness of the organization and programming to diverse constituencies
• Raises the organization’s profile through strengthening community partnerships and interaction with community, arts and business leaders
• Ensures strong brand consistency across all media
• Develops and oversees implementation of marketing and outreach strategies

• Oversees and manages all aspects of day-to-day operations (office administration and systems, accounting with a contract bookkeeper, banking, tax filings, human resources)
• Prepares annual budget, regularly reporting and collaborating with the Board on budget vs. actual and key indicators (class enrollment numbers, fundraising, profitability by class/event, staffing, facilities issues, etc.)
• Oversees the care and maintenance of our historic building, supervising contract work and ensuring safety guidelines
• Builds our team and encourages a workplace that attracts, inspires, motivates and retains a diverse and dedicated staff and faculty

• The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and works in close partnership with the Board to steward the organization’s mission, values, and long-term sustainability
• The Board and Executive Director share responsibility for mission caretaking, with the Board providing governance and strategic oversight and the Executive Director leading operational execution
• Communicates transparently and proactively with the Board, fostering trust, shared ownership, and mutual respect
• Acts as a co-steward of the organization’s mission alongside the Board, ensuring that programs, finances, and strategy remain aligned with core purpose
• Collaborates with the Board to translate mission and strategy into effective action, while honoring the Board’s fiduciary and governance responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree is a plus
• Strong commitment to the arts, education and community enrichment
• At least 4 years of experience in a management or executive role for a nonprofit organization, with a preference for experience in arts and educational programming
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Preferred experience managing and developing a…