On the Boards, Seattle\u2019s home for contemporary dance, theater and multidisciplinary performance, seeks an experienced General Manager. This person is detail-oriented, and has proven success in a collaborative, fast-paced arts administration environment, wants to be involved in all aspects of running an organization. The ideal candidate sees this role as step in a career path to
\nManaging Director, Finance Manager, or Executive Director.<\/p>\n
Organization Description:<\/strong> OtB has repeatedly been the first art center in our region to introduce audiences to the world\u2019s most forwardthinking artists like Spalding Gray, Bebe Miller, Phillipe Quesne, The Wooster Group, Reggie Watts, Gisele Vienne, David Byrne, Laurie Anderson, Pat Graney, Crystal Pite, Zoe|Juniper, Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker, Dayna Hanson, and Dani Tirrell. This extraordinary roster of artists, among many others have played a vital role in On the Boards\u2019 history, and its reputation in the field as one of the best places in the country to develop, perform, and view contemporary performance. Our next performance is Timothy White Eagle\u2019s The Violet Symphony, Mar 19 \u2013 22, 2020.<\/p>\n On the Boards operates with a $1.7 million budget and a staff of 14. Our programming includes regional and international commissions and performance presentations, in addition to new initiatives that center a diversity of artists and ideas. We also run OntheBoards.tv, an online publishing platform for ground-breaking artistic projects and contemporary performances and is used in all 50 states, 157 countries, and by thousands of students at over 125 universities worldwide.<\/p>\n On the Boards has a well-earned reputation for hitting above its weight.<\/p>\n Organization Mission and Values:<\/strong> We value:<\/strong> On the Boards\u2019 workplace culture:<\/strong> On the Boards is prioritizing racial equity in the workplace. Our work is ongoing, and we are looking for a new member of our team whose experience and qualifications can join us in making our workplace and practices more racially equitable and accessible for all.<\/p>\n General Manager Key Responsibilities:<\/strong> Finance \u2013 50%<\/strong> Human Resources \u2013 25%<\/strong> Business Planning and Administration \u2013 25%<\/strong>
\nOn the Boards is a 40-year-old arts organization located in Seattle, Washington. Our Anniversary year features community and fundraising events, as well as a comprehensive fundraising campaign. The organization owns and operates the Behnke Center for Contemporary Performance, located in Seattle\u2019s Lower Queen Anne neighborhood. The facility includes multiple art and performances spaces, including the 300-seat Merrill Wright Theater, a flexible Studio Theater, and four rented retail spaces.<\/p>\n
\nOn the Boards invests in leading contemporary performing artists near and far, and connects them to a diverse range of communities interested in forward-thinking art and ideas. We believe if we are successful in our work that we can grow our field, enrich people\u2019s lives, and contribute to civic and global dialogues.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 artistic risks while being fiscally responsible;
\n\u2022 leadership in our field and the multiple communities we serve to strategically advance the role contemporary artists play in society;
\n\u2022 racial and social equity, and accountability;
\n\u2022 provocative art as a vehicle to connect people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives;
\n\u2022 our regional creative community as we engage with international artists and peers;
\n\u2022 professional and transparent management.<\/p>\n
\nOn the Boards honors collaboration, respect, humor, and the humanity of its employees, Board members, and volunteers. We regularly acknowledge that life happens, friends and family are important, and that working in a small non-profit is much better with likable, hard-working colleagues. On the Boards is made up, at every level, of individuals who will change the light bulbs, empty a trash can when needed, or step up to represent the organization in a professional and energetic way.<\/p>\n
\nThe General Manager\u2019s responsibilities fall into the areas of Finance, Human Resources, and Business Planning and Administration<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Oversee and innovate the accurate processing, tracking, and recording of all financial transactions according to On the Boards\u2019 standard procedures:
\n1) accounts payable on a consistent schedule, with payments allocated to the correct budget category
\nin the chart of accounts;
\n2) accounts receivable following On the Boards\u2019 invoicing procedures.
\n\u2022 Work with external Finance and Accounting Contractors to assemble information for external auditors for the annual audit, and organize each month\u2019s financial close.
\n\u2022 Reconcile all transactions in the general ledger in accordance with GAAP and all earned and contributed income with PatronManager, our Salesforce-driven patron database on a monthly basis.
\n\u2022 Pay taxes and fees and prepare accompanying returns for city, county, state, and federal agencies.
\n\u2022 Maintain an up-to-date, organized, and easily accessible filing system of past financial records.
\n\u2022 Maintain inventory records and reconciliations.
\n\u2022 Issue regular financial reports for review and use by management and finance committee.
\n\u2022 Prepare and make bank deposits.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Gather and enter information from new employees, vendors, and contractors, and innovate a more robust onboarding process.
\n\u2022 Maintain up-to-date and accurate payroll, timecard, tax status, health benefit and other personnel records, and submit payroll and taxes on a semi-monthly basis.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Invoice OntheBoards.tv academic subscribers and process payments to activate their subscriptions. Work with OntheBoards.tv partners on new distribution initiatives.
\n\u2022 Draft rental agreements and complete invoices for entities renting space at the Behnke Center for Contemporary Performance.
\n\u2022 Draft and maintain tenant leases, keeping NNN and other changes up-to-date.
\n\u2022 Reconcile reports and create payments to OntheBoards.tv featured artists and partners.
\n\u2022 Serve as a resource to departments and staff in drafting and tracking organizational and departmental budgets.
\n\u2022 Collaborate on multi-year budget planning, and business planning for new initiatives.
\n\u2022 Provide occasional administrative support to Executive Leadership as requested.<\/p>\n