Arthur Miller Foundation Operations Manager - Arthur Miller Foundation

AMF OPERATIONS MANAGER JOB ANNOUNCEMENT



Arthur Miller Foundation (AMF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in its 8th year of programming, whose mission is to increase equity and access to quality theater education for public school students by supporting teachers to build sustainable in-school theater programs. AMF believes arts education is a right – not a privilege. Theater education cultivates literacy, creativity, inclusion, and social-emotional learning while boosting student attendance. AMF affirms that if theater education assumes its rightful place in the public school curriculum, it will foster the students of today to become the forward-thinking, collaborative visionaries of tomorrow.



Key program initiatives include:



(1) Arthur Miller Foundation Fellows Program – theater teacher support and mentoring program aimed at building sustainable in-school theater programs, created and implemented in partnership with the New York City Department of Education Office of Arts & Special Projects (NYC DOE OASP).



(2) Arthur Miller Foundation Scholars Program – aims to diversify and increase the pipeline of public school theater educators by funding 50% tuition scholarships for candidates to enroll in The City College of New York (CCNY) Graduate Program in Educational Theatre, to earn a New York State theater teacher certification & M.S. Ed. degree in educational theater.



(3) Arthur Miller Foundation Connecticut Theater Education Program – piloted in the 2021-2022 school year, AMF exported a combined Scholars/Fellows program model in partnership with Bridgeport Public Schools (BPS).



AMF’s key, near-term priority is to maintain current programs, partnerships, and organizational infrastructure while diversifying funding sources to deepen and grow impact.



Role Description:



The Operations Manager will oversee day-to-day operations, record-keeping, and contract/policy management, as well as key organizational communication, outreach, and digital content creation. They will also engage in critical strategic initiatives alongside the Executive Director, including the coordination of fundraising, marketing, and advocacy campaigns, while supporting numerous special events, such as the annual Arthur Miller Foundation Honors gala. This is predominantly a remote working role with 5-10 in-person evening events throughout the year.



Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required

• 3-5 years minimum of professional operations/administrative experience (advanced study of arts management, non-profit management, or other arts and culture related subjects will be considered)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Pro, Google Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Forms), Dropbox, and QuickBooks

• Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite and professional graphic design experience (video editing also a plus)

• Familiarity with Blackbaud donor management systems and/or aptitude in learning new software

• Social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) and website management skills



The ideal candidate will be a self-starter. AMF is seeking a motivated, highly organized, proactive, polished individual with a strong work ethic and superior verbal and written communication skills who:



• understands the vital importance of theater education in public schools

• has demonstrated a successful track-record in operations and/or non-profit management and/or arts administration

• pays meticulous attention to detail and takes pride in their work

• can prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

• demonstrates the highest level of professionalism

• handles confidential information with the utmost discretion

• has financial/budget management experience

• is seeking an opportunity that blends administrative excellence and creative design skills

• has schedule flexibility (mostly remote, day-time hours with various in-person program and fundraising evening events throughout the year)

• is eager to build relationships and grow roots at a small organization that has become a focused force in public school arts education

• is a collaborative team member excited to play an integral role in organizational success and mission advancement

• loves live professional theater and is looking forward to attending Broadway and Off-Broadway performances with the AMF community from time to time



Job responsibilities:



1) Development/Finance

• Manage organizational systems:

o maintain Blackbaud eTapestry donor management system

o reconcile finances in QuickBooks alongside AMF Bookkeeper

o collect and pay invoices for various vendors and independent contractors

o maintain files and records for annual non-profit audit

• Assist in fundraising event planning, preparation, and execution

• Assist in Board meeting preparation

• Conduct grant research & assist in writing grant proposals

• Manage insurance policies and act as liaison to AMF insurance account manager



2) Communications

• Main point of contact for phone and email inquiries

• Organizational outreach such as, but not limited to:

o board correspondence / meeting scheduling

o donor acknowledgement letters

o newsletters

o website updates (sometimes in collaboration with web designer)

o social media management (planning and creation of all posts)

o graphic design for event invitations, signage, website assets, information decks

o community e-blasts for program updates, calls-to-action for advocacy campaigns, etc.



3) Programs



• Work alongside Executive Director in liaising with NYC and CT Program Managers, NYC DOE Director of Theater, Director of CCNY Graduate Program in Educational Theatre, CCNY Bursar, and BPS Director of Performing and Visual Arts to:

o maintain calendar and records of programs activities, workshops, and events

o maintain program budgets; prepare and track program payments

o plan & oversee program events in collaboration with Program Managers

o prepare and manage all freelance contracts, program applications, and scholarship agreements/records





Compensation: Full-time annual salary range: $55,000-$70,000. Full medical benefits included. Partial reimbursement for cell phone and internet cost.



Please send direct expressions of interest, including a cover letter and resume to: employment@arthurmillerfoundation.org.



For more information, please visit www.arthurmillerfoundation.org


Salary: $55,000-$70,000