THIS POSITION IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

Atlantic City Arts Foundation (ACAF) has launched a search for a new Executive Director to lead its next phase of growth and capacity building, as its Founding Executive Director prepares to step down. The role is multifaceted ranging from strategic planning, management of our small team, fundraising and development, creation/oversight of programs, and advocacy and awareness-building for the value of arts/creativity in building Atlantic City’s future.

You will lead and grow our spirited team, as well as work with our dedicated board to support our organizational goals of increasing public art access and community arts education in Atlantic City.

The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors. 

What You’ll Do

• Help develop and implement strategy to position the arts and the organization as essential tools for economic and community development;

• Establish and maintain sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with partnering groups and organizations;

• Educate and advocate for the arts to the public, policymakers, funders, and community leaders to strengthen resources;

• Seek and secure various sources of funding from local, regional, and national government, corporate, foundation, and individual sources to support operations, events and programs; this will include grant writing, funder management, and proposal development;

• Work with Board to ensure alignment on Mission/Vision and to-be-developed Strategic Plan; 

• Manage and work alongside current team focused on Programming and Marketing and build a well-rounded team to ensure organizational growth and stability;

• Enhance existing organizational programs and look for opportunities to create greater alignment across programs and organizational Mission/Vision;

• Serve as a spokesperson and liaison for the Arts/Creativity in Atlantic City (and beyond);

• Develop a new strategic plan and report to the Board on its progress twice per year. 

What We’ll Expect From You

• 5+ years of experience, including experience as an Executive Director or leader within an arts community or with a non-profit organization;

• Passion for the Arts/Creativity and an understanding of how critical they are for effective community/economic development;

• Leadership in project management, fundraising, and the ability to work with partners in public relations, marketing, and cause-based coalitions;

• Financial management of a fierce and impactful non-profit, quickly growing and receiving regional attention which is strengthening its fundraising abilities to expand and be sustainable, while continuing its impact;

• Ability to thrive in a nimble, fast-paced environment by managing competing priorities, working collaboratively, and communicating effectively.

• Ability to prioritize impactful projects and complete them expeditiously.

Atlantic City Arts Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and diversity is valued at our company. All applicants receive consideration for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation commensurate with experience and education. Salary range $60,000 - $70,000.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

About Atlantic City Arts Foundation

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing public art access and fostering community art education in Atlantic City, NJ. Through programs and partnerships, ACAF promotes arts-based tourism and economic development initiatives while increasing community pride and civic self-esteem. Current programs include 48 Blocks Atlantic City, Chalk About AC, and ARTeriors.

The Atlantic City Arts Foundation, is a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit located in Atlantic City, NJ.