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DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Company: Do you want to work at the most beautiful place in southern Illinois? There’s a lot happening at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, and we are hiring! The museum is currently accepting applications for a full-time Director of Operations who can lead a team of four (4) to maintain the buildings, grounds, and systems at Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, while effectively supporting museum programs and activities.

Description: The Director of Operations oversees all operational aspects of the Cedarhurst campus, ensuring proper maintenance of the buildings and grounds and supervising the logistical operations of the organization. This all-inclusive position manages a team of four (4) employees to support the campus and its various activities. We are looking for a can-do leader to join the Cedarhurst team and support our mission of providing art, culture, and community for all. This position reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities:

• Develop annual operations plan with correlating budget(s).
• In consultation with Executive Director, hire and supervise operations team members to manage all operational aspects of the Cedarhurst campus.
• Work with fellow Directors to define program needs, then create schedules and assign work for operations team members.
• Coordinate the preparation of facilities for program needs, special events, facility rentals, and other functions.
• Provide support for gallery and sculpture installations and conservation/maintenance of artworks.
• Provide regular review and upkeep of buildings and grounds.
• Develop and implement effective storage systems for museum supplies/inventory.
• Negotiate prices and contracts with suppliers for appropriate materials and services.
• Oversee onsite contractors and vendors.
• Assess and address matters of safety and accessibility for visitors and staff.
• Oversee Disaster Plan and readiness, providing leadership in first response and security matters.
• Attend weekly Team Meetings to develop ideas and collaborate with fellow staff members, and attend scheduled Counselor and Trustee meetings to make progress reports.
• Interact with guests, volunteers, and staff to ensure a positive visitor experience.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.