Programs and Events Manager

Job Title: Programs & Events Manager Reports to: Executive Director Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week), including evenings and weekends Salary: $22/hr This position is responsible for outstanding, innovative development, management and operations of OPAC’s programs and events that center community, lifestyle, educational, visual, performing and creative arts. General Requirements • Knowledge and application of a wide range of arts programming for youth through adults, as well as ability and experience in developing new, innovative arts opportunities and programming for all ages and backgrounds • Knowledge and application of quality standards for operations, program development, strategic planning and evaluation of programming staff • Knowledge and application of fiscal management within a fee-based, self-sufficient programming structure; understanding and ability to develop detailed budgets and follow general accounting procedures • Possess a customer-centered/visitor experience orientation and ability to provide outstanding service • Ability to work effectively and successfully with diverse stakeholders in a public setting • Possess strong and effective skills in developing positive, ongoing relationships with key individuals and organizations associated with OPAC • Ability to research and identify fundraising opportunities • Strong organizational and time management skills and high level of computer technology proficiency • Participate in related OPAC Committee meetings and attend community events as required Works with OPAC staff to develop outstanding promotions, high visibility and positive public image of the program and overall OPAC brand • Knowledge and application of effective community outreach techniques designed to communicate, motivate and partner with residents, organizations and businesses • Knowledge and experience in identification of problems and generating solutions; ability to evaluate work product effectiveness and serve in a culture of professionalism, continuous improvement and ethical conduct In your cover letter, please include 1-2 events or programs you would bring to fruition in this position.