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JUNE 10, 2022 - JOB POSTING
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Idaho State-Civic Symphony
Pocatello, Idaho
Idaho State-Civic Symphony Association (ISCS) is the independent
501(c)(3) organization fostering, promoting, and supporting the goals
of the Idaho State-Civic Symphony (Symphony), a highly successful,
decades-old collaboration with Idaho State University (ISU or
University) in Pocatello, Idaho.
• The Symphony is a unique 75- to 85-member orchestra recognized as
both the leading performing arts organization in the region and a
teaching ensemble for Idaho State University. It is comprised of ISU
Department of Music faculty, ISU music students, and professional and
community musicians. It presents an average of seven high-level
professional concert performances annually to full-house audiences of
every age and background. Additionally, the Symphony and a 50-member
Youth Orchestra reach up to 5,000 students annually through community
outreach programs.
• Our mission is ”Making Magic and Changing Lives in our Spectacular
Home.” We have taken that message to heart with our commitment to
provide music to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic, presenting
a fully-virtual 2020/2021 season and a hybrid of live audience/live
streaming performances in 2021/2022 - all concerts with free online
broadcasts.
• The “Spectacular Home” is Jensen Grand Concert Hall (seating 1200)
in the magnificent Stephens Performing Arts Center. Located on the ISU
campus, Stephens Performing Arts Center is rated fourth (4th) among
the 25 Most Amazing University Performing Arts Centers in the United
States by Best Value Schools in 2020.
• The community of Pocatello-Chubbuck comprises some 70,000
residents, is located in Southeastern Idaho, and has a proud history of
manufacturing, railroad, and agricultural economies known throughout
the western United States. It is a hub for recreational and outdoor
enthusiasts, boasting its own ski area and biking/hiking trails within
minutes of the city. World-acclaimed resort towns, Sun Valley, Idaho,
and Jackson, Wyoming, are scenic 2 ½ hour drives from Pocatello. At a
similar distance is Salt Lake City Metro area.
• Salary and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and
experience. This is a full-time position with the expectation of attendance
outside of the normal working day at ISCS concerts and other Symphony
events that may occur in the evenings and/or on a weekend.
POSITION SUMMARY ================================= The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors and supervise
the part-time Manager of Operations, Librarian, Youth Orchestra Artistic
Director/Conductor, and Orchestra Personnel Manager. In collaboration
with the ISCS Artistic Director/Conductor, Board of Directors, and Manager
of Operations, the Executive Director will provide leadership in financial
development, management, marketing, and administration to achieve
artistic, financial, and community engagement goals of the organization.
This will include:
• Strategies for collaboration with community partners as well as the
ISU Department of Music.
• Expansion of relationships with patrons, donors, sponsors, ISCS and
ISU employees, educators, volunteers, and musicians.
REQUIREMENTS ==================================
• Bachelor's degree and experience in senior leadership position in a
music-related and/or non-profit organization preferred.
• Working knowledge of or aptitude to learning about music,
production, operations, and issues and challenges facing symphony
orchestras.
• Measurable experience in fundraising and resource development,
including expansion of income streams through grants, enhanced
relationships with donors, and endowment/legacy giving opportunities.
• Experience in marketing (including content production and manage-
ment of social media, virtual presentations, and e-commerce platforms),
public relations, and audience development.
• Experience with budget preparation, grant writing, and non-profit
financial reporting. • Commitment to a management style that emphasizes consensus-
building, teamwork, and delegation for optimal utilization of talents
and skills. • Strong aptitude for verbal and written communication, presentation,
and relationship development.
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Idaho State-Civic Symphony is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer. We have an organization-wide commitment to inclusion and
diversity, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
TO APPLY ========================================
• Please send all inquiries and applications via email to
DirectorSearch@thesymphony.us
• Please submit
1. Letter of application
2. Resume
3. Names, titles, and contact information (email addresses and telephone
numbers) of three (3) professional references. • Receipt of applications will be acknowledged by email, and applications
will be reviewed upon receipt. Priority will be given to applications received
by July 15, 2022. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
RESOURCES FOR YOUR REFERENCE ======================== Idaho State-Civic Symphony, official website
www.thesymphony.us
ISCS and ISU Choirs - JOY TO THE WORLD Christmas 2019 Concert
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lM3CMVqbptA Stephens Performing Arts Center, bird’s eye view
drive.google.com/file/d/1HJrK0pGT8MbqNIZJHfr5KRAc_wxVMgDH/view Stephens Performing Arts Center, YouTube channel
www.youtube.com/channel/UCKkm8XRiSVFQ39bpv5a0IPg Pebble Creek Double Diamond Ski Area, a 25-minute drive from town
www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6v_tROORwI Single track Mountain biking in Pocatello
www.youtube.com/watch?v=XarsthgyDVA ISU - Idaho State University
www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9hSbBQJTM8 City of Pocatello
www.pocatello.us Chamber of Commerce
www.pocatelloidaho.com Parks & Recreation
www.pocatello.us/278/Parks-Recreation |
