Friday, May 7, 2021

Job posting for

E X E C U T I V E  D I R E C T O R

Idaho State-Civic Symphony

Pocatello, ID

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OVERVIEW

Idaho State-Civic Symphony Association (ISCS) is the independent 501(c)(3) governing body 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 performance 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 under the baton of Dr. Julie Sorensen, Artistic Director/Conductor, presenting a fully virtual 2020/2021 season with free online broadcasts during the COVID-19 epidemic. Our plans are to resume live concerts with in-house audiences, starting September 2021.

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 is commensurate with experience: $48,000 and up, with added negotiated benefits. 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

In collaboration with the Artistic Director/Conductor, the Board of Directors – and with support of a part-time Manager of Operations and a part-time bookkeeper – 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 five or more years of experience in a music-related senior leadership role; Master’s degree in Arts Administration, Non-Profit Administration or related field preferred.

Working knowledge of orchestra music, production, and operations, including an understanding of 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 management 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.

Please note: 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 to DirectorSearch@thesymphony.us

Receipt of application will be acknowledged by email, and applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled

Please submit

Letter of application
Resume
Names, titles, and contact information (emails and telephone numbers) of three (3) professional references.

RESOURCES FOR YOUR REFERENCE

Idaho State-Civic Symphony, 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,

http://drive.google.com/file/d/1HJrK0pGT8MbqNIZJHfr5KRAc_wxVMgDH/view

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 s