The Director of Workforce Development of the organization plays a key role in shaping and executing the organization's workforce development vision, driving strategy, and program development to foster awareness and engagement with the creative industry. Through management of the InspireMSP team, the Director ensures a collaborative and high-performing environment, guiding program development and implementation that supports and builds a more dynamic and inclusive industry through enhancing both the creative community and the audience it serves.
Central to this role is the development of workforce programming, providing experiences, resources, and opportunities necessary for individuals to thrive and contribute to the enhancement of the creative industry. The Director is also tasked with cultivating and maintaining robust relationships with community leaders, educational partners, and stakeholders, reinforcing Hennepin Arts' commitment to creative programming and its role in enriching community life. Through leadership in education strategy, program development, team management, and creative workforce development, the Director of Workforce Development ensures the sustained growth and success of HA creative workforce development programming.
Requirements
Strategy and Program Development (40%)
- Develop and implement Hennepin Arts Workforce Development strategy and programming
- Design and implement the comprehensive experience strategy that supports Hennepin Arts objectives, sustaining and expanding its offerings for partners, and deepening statewide reach
- Co-create sections of the program budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to support program goals and financial sustainability
- Design roles, template contracts, hire artistic labor, and onboard support staff to ensure programmatic execution and growth each year
- Support outcomes and budget monitoring, ensuring programs align with Hennepin Art's mission and meet the needs of the community
- Oversee the programming, development, and execution of Career Day
People Management (25%)
Manage the Workforce Development TeamPromote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as well as collaboration, teamwork, and a commitment to excellenceModel the values, ethics, and performance standards for the teamMonitor performance goals and assign programmatic accountabilitiesDelegate work, providing clear expectations regarding due dates, budget, and any quality-related requirementsRequire programmatic documentation and organizationPerformance Management - Set performance goals, monitor staff performance, and conduct annual performance appraisals that embody Hennepin Arts' values and ethicsStaff Development - Foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement, coaching staff using a supportive, strengths-based approach and collaborating on a unified messaging strategy across all platformsCreative Partner Development? + Community and Relationship Management (30%)
Design, develop, and implement training and curriculum to support creative partners in the execution of experiencesLead efforts in identifying, building, and fostering a professional pipeline for creative industry partnerships, and a development environment that encourages cross-sector communication, collaboration, and partnershipsObserve in-class and partner visits, provide feedback and coaching, and share observation information with the teamParticipate and lead programming as neededIdentify partners who will strongly support the development of future programmingWork as an advocate, helping cultivate careers and providing opportunities for skills advancementCultivate and maintain strong relationships with strategic partners, school partners, educational institutions, community organizations, artists, and stakeholdersBuild and maintain relationships with local and national partner organizations and teaching artistsConduct school visits, developing connections with school partners in their own communitiesLead community impact initiatives as a subject matter expert of creative workforce development by participating in, attending, or leading workforce initiatives in communities we work with, city initiatives and programs, and industry partner programs / initiativesAdministrative (5%)
Programmatic supportParticipate in annual budgeting and monthly forecastingSubmit timely payables and expense reimbursementsEnsure event information and compelling stories that support the Education's proof points are shared effectively with Marketing and developmentPartner with the development team to track program-appropriate grant information and dataOther duties as apparent or assignedQualifications
Experience in or with the creative industryConnector and change maker mindsetProject Management and strong organizational skillsExperience designing budgetsExperience leading programs and / or program developmentProject or program evaluation experienceDemonstrated ability to create safe and inclusive environments for young peopleAble to build strong relationships with diverse communitiesExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal; proficient at public speakingPhysical Requirements
Requires some evening and weekend hoursReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the assigned and essential functionsSeasonal travel requiredThis position will remain open until filled.
Salary Description
$90,000 - $95,000