Description
Directs the development of short- and long-range objectives, policies, budgets and operating plans for a non-profit performing arts presenting organization. As approved by the Board of Directors, has oversight for their consistent interpretation, implementation and achievement with regard to the artistic mission of the organization. Establishes an organization hierarchy and delegates limits of authority to subordinate directors regarding policies, artistic contractual commitments, expenditures, marketing initiatives, audience development programs, and personnel matters. Represents the organization to performing arts industry groups, artists, key donors, representatives of government and foundation agencies, and the general public. Collaborates with the Chair of the Board of Directors to guide the deliberations and activities of the Board. The primary duty of employees in this classification is the management of a customarily recognized department or subdivision, including the supervision of three or more full-time equivalent employees every week. Direction is over a permanent status-continuing function, not a collection of employees assigned to complete a project. Management duties include interviewing, selecting and training of employees; setting and adjusting their rates of pay and hours of work; planning and directing their work; appraising their productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending promotions or other changes in their status; handling their complaints and grievances and disciplining them when necessary. Management responsibilities include the authority to hire, fire, or promote assigned employees or make recommendations that are given particular weight. Employees have impact on budgeting, controlling costs, planning, scheduling, and procedural change. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position meet the criteria for exempt status.