Director, Kirby Cultural Arts

Job Summary Coordinates cultural arts programming and oversees daily operations for Person County. Responsibilities include managing the Kirby Theater, two art galleries, Kirby Learning Studios, and rental spaces within the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex. This role supports the College's mission by delivering high-quality arts experiences that enrich the community, foster engagement, and inspire individuals toward excellence. Essential Duties Manages the operations of the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex and Person County cultural arts. Aids Person County Government in developing, implementing, and maintaining a budget process for the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex. Maintains accounting and finance processes for the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex in accordance to the policies of the Person County Finance Department. Plans and supervises a variety of cultural arts programs in the areas of theater, music, visual arts, and Arts in Education. Coordinates programming with Piedmont Community College and Person County Recreation, Arts, and Parks. Oversees Person County Arts Council, plans agendas, meetings, fundraising, and yearly programs. Ensures proper fiscal oversight and management of Person County Arts Council budget and grant contracts. Promotes cultural arts activities and educates others on the importance of a strong program in the community and school systems. Hires, trains and supervises staff under the guidance of the Person County Human Resources department and the Recreation, Arts, and Parks Director. Oversees program activities, including theater and summer programs for all ages. Partners with community and school groups to determine cultural arts needs and interests to gauge programming. Oversees marketing efforts for program activities via website, social media, print, radio, and direct marketing. Solicits sponsors, collaborates fundraising efforts, and seeks grant opportunities. Works with the Person County Recreation, Arts, and Parks Department Director to help ensure proper uses and maintenance of the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex. Coordinates public and private rental use of the facility to maintain guidelines set by Person County Government. Ensures rental opportunities are publicized and managed in a timely manner. Work with PCRAPD Director to prepare and recommend budget items for equipment, supplies, contracts, personnel, and operating for review. Compiles and maintains reports and records for programs, rentals, and other activities. Maintains and encourages a clean, orderly, and safe teaching environment. Maintains a daily record of student performance and attendance. Recruits, retains, and assists in placing students in a manner consistent with student learning goals. Maintains clear learning goals and well-planned activities enabling students to master content material, and to process and apply information. Recognizes and responds appropriately to the diversity of student backgrounds, skills, and learning styles. Abides by the policies and procedures of the College, NCCCS, and other agencies involved in the delivery of educational programs. Abides by and administers the policies, rules, and procedures of Person County Government and its Recreation, Arts, and Parks Department as it pertains to the Kirby Cultural Arts complex and other Program Areas. Additional Duties Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises part-time administrative staff and provides technical guidance, coaching, and training to support staff development and ensure continuity of operations, in coordination with the PCRAPD Director.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Extensive computer knowledge Graphic design experience Communication skills with a variety of sectors (artists, K-12 personnel, community, and municipal and county Government) Arts in Education programs skills Physical Demands Unique hours due to cultural programming and KCAC operations including nights and weekends. Working Conditions Health and Safety Standards All employees of Piedmont Community College who must enter an outside agency for the purpose of their work will be expected to adhere to the health and safety standards of that agency. This includes background checks, vaccinations, or any other requirements set forth by the agency.