Arts Center Manager, Chandler Center for the Arts

The Arts Center Manager of the Chandler Center for the Arts (CCA) will serve as a bold, community-minded leader who will elevate CCA’s visibility, impact, and momentum, championing its role as a flagship cultural destination for the city of Chandler. The Arts Center Manager will provide strategic, hands-on oversight of finance, administration, public relations, and programming, and will advance long-range planning for the Arts Center Division within the City’s Cultural Development Department. Reporting to the Cultural Development Director, the Arts Center Manager will align people, priorities, and resources, and will ensure high-performing daily operations.

As chief steward of the Chandler Cultural Foundation and CCA’s chief ambassador, the Arts Center Manager will drive revenue growth and audience engagement through integrated budgeting, fundraising, grant development, marketing, and sales strategies. The Arts Center Manager will shape a compelling, multi-year program, spanning presented performances, youth and community engagement, co-promotions, rentals, exhibits, and City events. Serving as a confident, media-ready spokesperson and key liaison to Chandler Unified School District and community stakeholders, the Arts Center Manager will build excitement, deepen relationships, and will position CCA as an essential hub for arts and culture.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, arts administration, museum studies, social science, public history, or a related field is required, along with at least eight years of progressively responsible experience in theatre management, public/visual arts program management, museum administration and business operations, and/or municipal environments, including a minimum of three years of supervisory experience. The Arts Center Manager will possess strong operational and business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to lead teams, manage complex priorities, and deliver high-quality public-facing programs and services. Experience working with diverse communities, boards, and staff is preferred. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work will also be considered.

Application Instructions

To apply for the position, please visit https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/chandler-center-for-the-arts-seeks-arts-center-manager/