Role OverviewThe Executive Director will serve as the Commonwealth's most senior state cultural official, providing strategic leadership in the development and implementation of innovative policies, programs, and initiatives that advance the priorities of the Mass Cultural Council.
What You Will Do
The Executive Director will provide vision and a collaborative approach to advancing equitable and inclusive opportunities for participation in the cultural sector, ensuring that the Agency's programs and services have an impact in diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic communities throughout the Commonwealth.
Why It Might Be a Fit
A creative and visionary leader with a strong background in and passion for the arts, humanities, and science, the Executive Director will be recognized for their ability to engage with a broad and diverse collective of stakeholders and to drive action that advances the cultural sector.
Requirements
- A strong background in and passion for the arts, humanities, and science
- A demonstrated understanding of the value of creativity for the social and economic wellbeing of people and communities
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive senior management experience in a government agency, nonprofit organization, foundation, university, or creative industry setting
- Knowledgeable of cultural policy development and implementation at the local, state, or federal level
- Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills
- Demonstrated experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and access initiatives
Benefits
- 75% state paid medical insurance premium
- Extended Illness bank program
- Dental and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
- Low cost basic and optional life insurance
- Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension and a Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- 12 paid holidays per year and generous sick, vacation, and personal leave package
- Tuition Benefit for employees and spouses at state colleges and universities
- Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Alternative Work Schedules and Hybrid Work Model
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