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Executive Director SLO County Arts

SLO County Arts
San Luis Obispo, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
11 days ago

Qualifications

Financial statement analysis
Building partnerships with major donors
Financial statement interpretation
Media relations
Non-profit experience
Staffing management
Senior leadership

Full Job Description

Executive Director Job Description

San Luis Obispo County Arts Council

August 3, 2026

Position Overview

The Executive Director provides strategic leadership and operational management for the

San Luis Obispo County Arts Council. Reporting to the Board of Directors, with day to day

contact through the Board President, the Executive Director is responsible for advancing the

organization's mission, overseeing programs and staff, ensuring the organization's fiscal

health, leading fundraising, and serving as the primary public voice of the organization.

Leadership and Governance

Provide overall leadership and direction consistent with the organization's mission and

strategic priorities. Partner with the Board of Directors on governance, planning, and

organizational development. Operate within the board approval and escalation matrix set

out in the Board/Executive Director Authority and Communication Framework.

Fiscal Management and Accountability

Develop and manage the annual budget for board approval. Maintain accurate, timely

financial records and reporting. Meet with the treasurer on a consistent cadence to review

budget performance and resolve discrepancies.

Ensure compliance with grant, contract, and regulatory financial requirements. Read,

interpret, and act independently on financial statements and reports. Flag financial concerns

to the board promptly, consistent with the Authority and Communication Framework.

Fundraising and Development

Lead fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor cultivation, and individual and

corporate giving. Maintain a consistent, weekly cadence of in person meetings with

prospective and current donors.

Represent the organization at community and arts events as a channel for donor cultivation

and relationship building. Meet fundraising targets established annually with the board.

Maintain accurate donor records and ensure timely acknowledgment and reporting.

Program Management

Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of the organization's programs,

including grant funded initiatives. Ensure programs are administered consistently with

donor agreements, grant terms, and board approved guidelines. Administer programs such

as Open Studios Art Tour

Communication

Serve as the primary point of contact between staff, the board, and the community.

Communicate proactively and promptly on emerging issues, risks, and matters likely to

require board action, consistent with the Authority and Communication Framework. Provide

regular written updates to the Board President and board.

Community Engagement and Advocacy

Represent the organization to donors, partners, government entities, and the public. Attend

County Board of Supervisors meetings and other relevant meetings of elected officials on a

regular basis, providing public comment on arts related matters as appropriate. Convene or

participate in regular meetings of arts organization leaders countywide to coordinate on

shared issues, funding opportunities, and advocacy priorities. Build and maintain

relationships with tourism boards, chambers of commerce, and other regional partners.

Advocate for the arts across the county at the local, regional, and state level.

Staff and Contractor Management

Hire, supervise, and support staff and contractors. Set clear expectations and provide regular

feedback to staff, including a documented annual review for each staff member.

Evaluate contractor work against the terms of each agreement. Ensure contractor

classification and agreements comply with applicable state and federal labor law. Maintain

accurate role descriptions and workload allocation across programs.

Qualifications

● Non-profit or equivalent leadership experience, with a demonstrated track record of

successful fundraising, including direct donor cultivation and solicitation.

● Working knowledge of nonprofit financial management sufficient to read, interpret, and

act independently on financial statements and budgets.

● Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience representing an

organization to the public, media, and government bodies.

● Demonstrated ability to manage staff and contractors effectively.

● Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

● Existing knowledge of, or ties to, San Luis Obispo County's arts, philanthropic, or civic

community preferred.

Work Location: In person

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