Executive Director Job Posting – Muskingum County Arts Council Zanesville, Ohio
The Executive Director of the Muskingum County Arts Council is a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for advancing the Council and its mission to create an engaged and vibrant Muskingum County through arts, humanities, and culture. This role involves uniting a diverse arts and humanities community and collaborating with various organizations, creative industries, and government entities. The Executive Director will secure funding and facilitate opportunities that support creative expression, encouraging growth and sustainability. The Executive Director will facilitate community events, often through partnerships, to generate community participation and encourage creative expression. The goal is to promote cultural enrichment, tourism, increase local economic impact, and MCAC self-sustainability. As a new entity, the expectation is steady progress in these areas.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree or higher and/or 3+ years experience in non-profit or arts management.
~ Demonstrated success with revenue generation. ~ Demonstrated ability to implement organizational goals and vision. ~ Personnel management/oversight skills. ~ Strong networking and relationship-building abilities. ~ High-level strategic thinking and planning. ~ Ability to envision and convey the organization’s strategic future to stakeholders. ~ Solid organizational abilities, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting. ~ Proficiency with website and social media management. ~ Strong written and oral communication skills. ~ Strong public speaking skills. ~ Demonstrated high integrity.
Computer Skills:
Google Docs (Docs, Sheets, Forms), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Asana Apple/Mac Operating System
Preferred: Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Reliable Transportation and Current Driver’s License is a requirement of this position.
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, work hours 9 am to 5 pm (flexible as needed), Weekends as needed, Not a remote position.
Pay: Annual salary range of $45,000 to $52,000, commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
To Inquire and Apply for the Executive Director Position: Please submit your letter of interest and a current resume by email to artsmuskingum@gmail.com or upload below, by August 15, 2025. MCAC reserves the right to extend the search period. Candidates need to complete a background & credit check before hiring. A more detailed job description is available. For more information about the Muskingum County Arts Council, go to our website at https://www.artsmuskingum.com/ .
