Location and Job Title:

Director, Arts + Ideas
Marilyn and Marvin Simon Family Jewish Community Center
5000 Corporate Woods Dr.
Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Principal Responsibilities:

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time/Exempt

REPORTS TO: Chief Program Officer

Position Summary

The Director of Arts + Ideas is responsible for the vision, development, implementation, and evaluation of Jewish and Israeli cultural arts programs, events, exhibits and celebrations of the Simon Family Jewish Community Center/United Jewish Federation of Tidewater. This includes direct responsibility for assigned program support personnel for all programs within Arts + Ideas.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Works with the Chief Program Officer in long range planning, including business planning and strategic goal setting for arts programming
• Provides guidance and leadership to Arts + Ideas Committees
• Works closely with the Chief Program Officer and Director of Marketing to ensure the development, marketing and promotion of programs to maximize participation and financial viability of programs
• Develops and implements innovative and strategic approaches to arts programming
• Works closely with Director of Development and Development Associate(s) to solicit donations and fosters donor cultivation, relations and sponsorships, especially those who are patrons of the arts, to develop a strong commitment for the Arts Programming
• Develops new and expands relationships with organizations and business in the Jewish and greater community that will enhance commitment to and engagement through Arts Programming
• Responsible for all aspects of development and direct implementation including the branding, marketing plan, fundraising plan and operating budget of:
  • Film Festival
  • Book Festival
  • Israel Today series arts programming
  • Community Israel Fest/Yom Ha'atzmaut celebration
  • Special events and on-going arts programming
  • Outreach programming (i.e. ODU Institute of Jewish Learning and Interfaith Understanding, Beth Shalom Village, JCC Seniors, and JFS)
  • Art Gallery
  • Other programming as developed
• Follows up or ensures follow-up with new attendees to maximize continuing engagement and participation as well as donor development
• Prepares yearly budget and maintains fiscal responsibility for all expenditures and income for all programs and services within arts programming
• Ensures the arts programming activities are coordinated with other JCC and UJFT programs to maximize participation, impact and benefit to JCC members
• Develops and monitors measurable program objectives and evaluations and provides regular reports on progress and results
• Coordinates volunteers as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

Management, Supervision and Program Implementation

• Responsible for all aspects of development and direct implementation including the branding, marketing plan, fundraising plan and operating budget of:
  • Film Festival
  • Book Festival
  • Israel Today series arts programming
  • Community Israel Fest/Yom Ha'atzmaut celebration
  • Special events and on-going arts programming
  • Outreach programming (i.e. ODU Institute of Jewish Learning and Interfaith Understanding, Beth Shalom Village, JCC Seniors, and JFS)
  • Art Gallery
  • Other programming as developed
• Follows up or ensures follow-up with new attendees to maximize continuing engagement and participation as well as donor development
• Prepares yearly budget and maintains fiscal responsibility for all expenditures and income for all programs and services within arts programming
• Ensures the arts programming activities are coordinated with other JCC and UJFT programs to maximize participation, impact and benefit to JCC members
• Develops and monitors measurable program objectives and evaluations and provides regular reports on progress and results
• Coordinates volunteers as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university
• 5+ years of experience in special events, implementation and management in an arts or Jewish communal agency environment, preferred
• 3+ years of experience in the areas of staff supervision, program development, budget, marketing, implementation and evaluation
• Supervisory experience preferred

Required Skills, Competencies and Attributes

• Strong customer focus, both internally and externally and the ability to foster this attitude and skill in others
• Highly creative, knowledgeable and current in methodologies and approaches to engage multiple audiences
• Ability to effectively manage guest artists, presenters, etc.
• Organized and detail-orientated in the ability to develop, plan, organize and implement programs and services
• Working knowledge of short and long-term planning, budgeting, and program development

• Ability to build strong partnerships in an environment of collaboration, both internally and externally
• Expertise in program research, development, implementation and evaluation
• Ability to develop and sustain a team approach to program and service development
• Excellent ability to adapt communication and interpersonal style to various audiences
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing
• Understanding, appreciation and passion for the mission and values of the JCC and UJFT
• Strong knowledge of Jewish heritage, values, traditions and culture

• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• Willingness to perform other related duties as needed, required or assigned

EOE

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To Apply For This Position: Submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to resumes@ujft.org

Mail to: UJFT Human Resource Director (Confidential)

5000 Corporate Woods Drive, Ste., 200

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

Salary:

55,000 - 65,000

Agency Information:

About Us

The Simon Family JCC is dedicated to encouraging tolerance and inclusivity in the community by providing facilities and programs that are open to all. The standards for excellence and inclusivity for its social, recreational, health and educational programs remain rooted in its Jewish values and which remain a guide for all future actions. It stands as a common meeting ground promoting enrichment and unity for the Jewish and general community.

Our History

The Simon Family JCC started life as the Tidewater Jewish Community Center in 1952. It was located on Spotswood Avenue in Norfolk from 1952 - 1966. It then moved to Newport Avenue in Norfolk, where it remained until 2004. In 2004, the current campus in Virginia Beach opened its doors. Throughout its history, the JCC has been a center for the entire community, providing a family-friendly environment where we can all stay healthy, body and mind. We have always been and continue to be an organization guided by our Jewish values and welcoming to all members of the community, regardless of age, faith or background.

Our Specialties

From the moment you enter our soaring limestone entry, you'll know the Simon Family JCC is more than just a great gym. Members at the JCC have access to:

Comprehensive fitness center

Cybex strength training equipment and free weights

50+ free group fitness classes per week, including Spinning, Zumba, and more

Group and private Pilates sessions

Complimentary lockers, towel service, and amenities

3 heated indoor pools

Steam rooms & saunas for men & women

Indoor gymnasium with basketball courts

Outdoor water park

Outdoor tennis courts and tennis lessons

Free babysitting while you work out

Kid Fit children's exercise and nutrition classes

Swimming lessons for kids

Five-day-a-week infant and toddler daycare

Enriching before- and after-school care

Summer day camps for toddlers through teens

Cultural & educational programs for children, teens & adults