Description

The Vision of The Dallas Winds is to be a distinguished role model, whose artistry serves as the
preeminent benchmark for instrumental ensembles worldwide by creating joyous shared
musical experiences for audiences and performers.

Executive Director - Dallas Winds
The Board of Trustees is seeking to hire a full-time Executive Director for the organization following the retirement of Kim Campbell, in the Spring of 2024, after almost 40 years of service as Executive Director of the Dallas Winds. The Board hopes to have a new Executive Director in place several months before Mr. Campbell’s retirement to assist in the transfer of institutional 
knowledge and a smooth transition process.

Responsibilities of the Executive Director include:

• Strategic Plan:
  • Develop, in consultation with the Artistic Director and Board of Trustees, a Strategic Plan for the organization that prioritizes the diversity of audiences, programming, staff and the organization as a whole. Lead the implementation of the Strategic Plan, establishing milestones and reporting on progress to the Board of Trustees.
• Development:
  • Develop and implement, in consultation with the Board of Trustees, an annual Development Plan for the organization.
  • Provide leadership and direction of fundraising activities to secure funding and grants for the activities of the Dallas Winds. Ensure adherence to all grant requirements.
  • Seek corporate sponsorships and contributions from individuals, foundations and governmental agencies.
• Programming:
  • Collaborate with the Artistic Director in the development of a multi-year Artistic Plan and season calendar of live performances.
  • Oversee production of concerts, recordings, livestream webcasts and online events.
• Youth Education:
  • Collaborate with the Director of Education and the Board Education Committee to plan and oversee youth education programs including the Invitational Wind Band Festival, Dallas ISD 5th Grade Concerts, Dallas Winds Band Camp, Dallas Winds Honor Band and the Association of Texas Small School Bands All-State Jumpstart video project.
• Marketing, External Communications and Engagement:
  • Serve as chief ambassador and public spokesperson for the Dallas Winds.
  • Develop and implement, in consultation with the Board Marketing Committee, an annual marketing plan to promote season and single ticket sales and youth education initiatives and expand institutional reach.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with media contacts to generate positive print, broadcast and online media coverage.
  • Cultivate relationships within the nonprofit arts world and stay abreast of emerging trends in the nonprofit performing arts world.
• Finance:
  • Create and manage, in consultation with the Board of Trustees and Board Finance Committee, an annual operating budget of approximately $1M.
  • Work with the bookkeeper to generate financial reports for the Board, staff, fundersand in support of the organization’s annual audit.
• Administration:
  • Ensure effective communication with Dallas Winds constituencies including musicians, conductor, staff, Board members, students and music educators, concert patrons, volunteers, foundations, corporate sponsors and government funding agencies.
  • Provide leadership and supervision of three full-time staff members (Director of Education, Director of Operations and Executive Assistant). Oversee activities of part- time staff and volunteers including Marketing Coordinator, Bookkeeper, Technical Director, Equipment Manager and Music Librarian.
  • Manage organization operations including ticketing operations, human resources, liability insurance, vendor contracts, securing venues and scheduling rehearsals.
  • Ensure that all employer responsibilities are met and maintain compliance with federal, state and local laws. Maintain all records for the organization including tax and legal records for the organization including annual registrations, contributions, liability insurance, payroll tax reports, annual tax returns, etc.
• Governance:
  • Collaborate with the Chair of the Board of Trustees to create agendas for monthly Board 
    meetings.
  • Attend all Board meetings and report on the financial and administrative aspects of the 
    organization. Work with the Board Governance Committee to help identify qualified candidates for 
    Board membership and provide orientation and onboarding of new Board members.
  • Serve as ex-officio member of standing committees of the Board, which include the Finance, 
    Education, Governance and Marketing Committees.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE ORGANIZATION:

• Expand the reach of the organization to add new and diverse audience members, programming and venues.
• Evaluate new partnerships with other nonprofit organizations.
• Expand online programming, livestreams and similar opportunities.

The Dallas Winds is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, disability, military and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or
any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Please visit our website for more information: www.dallaswinds.org.

Requirements

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Is passionate about bringing joy to people through band music.
• Values the esprit de corps between the musicians and conductor of the Dallas Winds and proactively nurtures this unique culture.
• Has the ability to lead stakeholders on fulfilling the Vision and Mission of the Dallas Winds.
• Will be able to successfully respect the past of this great organization while bringing it forward.
• Has demonstrated the ability to build a strong and positive organizational culture that promotes the highest standards of ethics and integrity, values individuals and avoids unconscious biases.
• Has an arts and business-related skill set including effective implementation of a strategic plan for an arts organization.
• Has hands-on budget management skills including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making and reporting.
• Has strong fundraising, leadership, written and verbal communication and public speaking skills.
• Will be able to work cooperatively and independently to achieve goals.
• Will be highly organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, creative, strategic, professional and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Is available to work nights and weekends during the rehearsal and concert season.
• Has exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with artistic directors, partners, staff, students, volunteers, Board members and donors.
• Bachelor’s degree or significant relevant experience preferred.
• Experience working remotely and leading staff who work remotely.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@dallaswinds.org.

The Dallas Winds is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, disability, military and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or
any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.