General Manager, 585 Arts

• Drive the final planning to launch the new performing arts complex, designing robust operation systems, policies, and workflows
• Coordinate plans with landlord property management to open the venue
• Manage launch timelines and track milestones
• Ensure venue operations are based on industry best practices and are fully compliant with laws, regulations, and insurance requirements
• Complete the recruitment and hiring of venue personnel
• Establish and monitor cost recovery models and fee structures
• Lead rental program communications effort in collaboration with the marketing team
• Develop and implement systems for scheduling, event coordination, service agreements, production logistics, and vendor management
• Partner with finance staff to budget, manage, and track earned income and expenses
• Supervise the directors of production and audience services
• Oversee daily operations and calendar management for performances and events
• Manage building systems, maintenance, repairs, and vendor relationships
• Liaise with the food & beverage operator, and landlord property and events team
• Ensure that safety and compliance procedures are maintained and clearly communicated
• Create exceptional experiences and address any venue-centered concerns for artists, renters, audiences, visitors, interns, and staff
• Embody the founding intention of 585 Arts as a beneficial presence in the local community
• Collaborate with the Community Engagement Manager to distribute, through an equitable process, 25 free rentals each year
• Oversee a robust paid high school internship program
• Gather and respond to feedback from clients and community partners
• Serve as an active member of the senior leadership team
• Establish and maintain effective communication systems
• Support staff professional development through an equity-centered approach to management

• Five to eight years of progressive experience in venue management and operations
• Strong track record of leadership in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder environment
• Deep understanding of earned income strategies, operational systems, event logistics, financial oversight, and vendor coordination
• Experience managing cross-functional teams, implementing infrastructure and processes, and aligning day-to-day operations with long-term strategic goals
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills
• Collaborative, service-oriented mindset
• Expertise with venue development or ramp-up, capital project coordination, and public-private partnerships is deeply appreciated
• Familiarity with event and rental related software systems
• Commitment to equity, access, and inclusive leadership
• Ability to foster a culture of transparency, responsiveness, and professionalism

Expertise with venue development or ramp-up, capital project coordination, and public-private partnerships

• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• 10 paid holidays
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Flexible SIMPLE Cafeteria spending account
• Long-term disability
• 403(b) retirement plan