Arts Barn Community Facility Manager

Overview

The City of Gaithersburg Department of Parks, Recreation & Culture is seeking an innovative and enthusiastic candidate for the full-time position of Community Facility Manager of the Gaithersburg Arts Barn, to plan, direct, manage, and coordinate the administrative and operational functions of the facility. Primary duties and responsibilities include planning, developing, promoting, and directing comprehensive arts and humanities initiatives and programs, supervising and supporting staff, evaluating and adjusting current facility procedures and programs, preparation/development of facility budget, monitoring expenses and revenue, contributing to the Cultural Events & Services Division as a team leader, serving as staff liaison to various committees and groups, and developing and directing marketing plans for the facility and its programs.

The Arts Barn is the cultural arts hub of Gaithersburg. This inspiring facility includes galleries, studio space for classes, an arts-in-residence studio, artisan shop, and a 99-seat theater. Through a broad range of performing and visual arts classes and workshops, gallery exhibits, music, theater, and dance performances, film festivals, and a rental program, the Arts Barn fosters a love of the arts for all ages and inspires a vibrant culture celebrating creativity and connection.

The successful candidate will be creative, energetic, and able to manage multiple projects and responsibilities; have strong organizational, personnel management, interpersonal, and leadership skills; be diplomatic and professional; have superior written and oral communication skills; outstanding abilities in public relations and customer service; and be a team player and an inspiring leader. Financial management skills, a strong commitment to community engagement, solid judgement, and ability to provide supportive management are also key requirements for this position.

Starting salary for this position is negotiable within the target hiring range ($77,000 - $87,000) and will be offered at a level consistent with the relevant experience and qualifications of the candidate. We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, training and professional growth opportunities, and excellent work/life balance.

• Plan, organize, supervise, and manage daily administrative and operational functions related to the Arts Barn facility and services, including all activities, programs, events, rentals, and resources/collections.
• Directly hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the full-time Community Facility Coordinator and the Arts Education, Theater, Community and Family Programs, Galleries, and Art in Public Places (AIPP) Program Coordinators.
• Oversee the Community Facility Coordinator’s supervision and scheduling of front desk and box-office staff.
• Create the vision for the Arts Barn and ensure programs and performances align with that vision, creating connected and comprehensive seasons.
• Monitor and evaluate operational efficiency and effectiveness of the Arts Barn including customer focus and service delivery methods and procedures; set goals and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze competition, market trends, community needs, and customer feedback to continually assess the Arts Barn's productivity against the budget, plan, and market.
• Develop, recommend, and implement creative marketing strategies designed to maintain and enhance visitation and then implement and facilitate the plan with Arts Barn staff.
• Explore and initiate partnership and sponsorship opportunities.
• Develop and manage the Arts Barn budget, including tracking revenue and expenses.
• Approve and track all facility contracts (performers, service contractors, instructor agreements, etc.).
• Oversee the operations and maintenance of the facility and equipment.
• Serve as staff liaison for the Cultural Arts Advisory Committee and as a staff representative for the Gaithersburg Parks, Arts and Recreation Corporation’s…