Responsibilities

All of the duties and responsibilities outlined below are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other non-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and will regularly be reviewed.

Artist Programs

● Responsible for implementing a vision of artist programs that aligns with the strategic goals of the organization; artist programs include but are not limited to the Artists in Residence, Bay Area Fellowships, Threshold Fellowships, and Graduate Fellowships.

● Manage and motivate a team of three full-time staff, seasonal program interns, and volunteers.

● Work closely with artists to steward relationships and evaluate Headlands’ responsiveness to the needs of artists.

Public Programs and Audience Engagement

● Responsible for implementing a vision of public programs that aligns with the strategic goals of the organization, including but not limited to exhibitions, workshops, works-in-progress showings, and onsite and off-site projects.

● Develop and implement an engaging season of programs that attracts public audiences and creates more opportunities for new and broad audiences to connect with Headlands.

● Work closely with the Director of Communications and Digital to implement audience engagement strategies as well as communications and marketing plans that are appropriate for specific programs.

● Liaise with artists, as appropriate, to ensure maximum visibility and public-facing opportunities for artist and organizational exposure and impact.

● Serve as a liaison to the Audience Engagement Committee, select members of the Board of Directors, and Advisory Council.

Administration and Leadership

● Oversee three full-time staff members and foster a culture of collaboration and experimentation.

● Ensure that all department members adhere to organizational policies and procedures.

● Oversee careful adherence to income and expense budgets.

● Oversee long-term program planning, and evaluate program needs to determine the most effective use of organizational resources.

● Serve as a key connector between the artistic vision of the organization and successful coordination with fundraising, operations, and facilities staff.

● Serve as a key member of the leadership team that sets the tone and culture of the organization.

● Represent and advocate for the overall wellness of the organization.

● Model behavior and organizational core competencies to all staff.

● Represent the organization internally and externally including amongst our donor and artist communities, peer organizations, and professional associations.

● Cultivate relationships with funders and prospects.

● Work collaboratively with staff across all departments.

● Serve as a key liaison to the program committee, nominators, panelists, and other individuals who are part of Headlands’ creative community.

● Think creatively and entrepreneurially about public programming and audience engagement and create an actionable work plan for these functional areas.

● Incorporate diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility principles into day-to-day program and engagement work.

Position Requirements

● Experience with and deep understanding of the role of the arts and the potential of artists to create societal change.

● Demonstrated awareness, experience, and competence in working with a diverse, multi-racial, multicultural, and socio-economic environment.

● Experience with or willingness to learn about diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives.

● A demonstrated commitment to advancing cultural equity.

● 5+ years of experience as a manager.

● Experience working with public sector agencies is preferred.

● Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.

● Demonstrated skills in the broad range of social and traditional communication methods.

● Excellent written and oral communications.

● Demonstrated ability to design and implement strategic communication programs.

● Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications.

● Proficiency in managing a department budget.

● Due to our Marin Headlands location, reliable vehicle access is required.

Physical Requirements

● Frequently required to talk and hear; stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.

● Occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

● Must be able to do extended periods of work at a computer.

● Must be able to assist with events, which includes lifting up to 25 lbs.