Position: Senior General Manager
About: Little Island is seeking a Senior General Manager to join its Artistic Programming department. This role will lead and oversee the execution of the administrative, operational, and financial goals of the department, which include managing artist contracts and relationships, budgeting, financial oversight, human resources, and compliance. The ideal candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to utilize their extensive experience in non-profit arts administration to contribute significantly to the development of a sustainable and equitable commission model at Little Island.
Requirements: 7+ years’ experience in general management; Enthusiasm for applying and adapting industry knowledge to Little Island’s start-up environment, facilitating the evolution of new programming approaches; A proven track record of building strong relationships with a diverse range of artist representatives; Strong skills in executing contract negotiations and administration on behalf of an artistic institution, with a focus on the artist experience; Extensive experience negotiating licensing rights and commission agreements; A passion for driving high-level systems and processes across departments, contributing to a culture of camaraderie and excellence; Demonstrated experience in budget development and management; A commitment to challenging conventional thinking to identify efficiencies and enhance overall performance; Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook; Eligibility to work in U.S.; Ability to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the time, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds
Benefits: 15 days’ vacation, 7 sick days, up to 3 personal days per year (all prorated based on hire date), Health Benefits: Medical, dental & vision care, Flexible spending accounts, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Commuter benefits, Basic Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Partial cell phone reimbursement, Access to discounts at neighborhood businesses
