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Director of Education

Reports To:

Summary:

Primary Responsibilities:

• In accordance with the Council’s strategic plan, develop and execute a roster of programs that will: Strengthen economic opportunities within the craft field, including development of professional development programs for established and emerging artists; Promote and advocate for craft as an important cultural resource; Provide thought leadership and cultivate critical thinking about contemporary craft.
• Oversee the budget for the education department and work with the development department to make recommendations for potential sources of programmatic support for all educational programs. Working closely with the development team, assist in authoring grants and presentations to foundations, individuals, and organizations that may give financial support for education programs.

• Promote the programs of the Council in collaboration with the marketing department. Working with the marketing director, identify and execute promotional campaigns for outreach for programs to a wide audience, including development of promotional materials in both print and online formats.

• Identify and develop beneficial programmatic partnerships with other individuals, organizations, and institutions that will strengthen Council’s ability to fulfill its mission to champion craft.  Develop and manage key relationships with local and national craft education, craft media and other art organizations.

• Supervise and manage the library as a key component of the Council’s education program. Position the library as a premier source for information about contemporary craft and expand access to library materials through digitization. Supervise and manage the librarian, developing and recommending library policies to ensure smooth operation of all library functions.

• Oversee the biennial ACC awards selection process for entrance into the College of Fellows.  Coordinate exhibit of national award winners and award celebration programming.

• Supervise and manage the education associate, education and library interns, and project-specific contractors to ensure successful execution of programs and complete after action reviews of work.

• Act as an ambassador for the American Craft Council and its programs, promoting the Council as a leader in the field.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with other senior staff and the executive director to develop education policies and procedures for the Council.

• Work with committees of the Council’s board, particularly the Education Committee and Awards Committee, to determine strategies for education programming and awards selection.

• Maintain all records of programmatic and partnership activities.

• Perform other tasks as assigned or necessary

Position Requirements:

• Seven years professional educational program development in the art/craft field

• Organized self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to work closely with trustees, ACC members and colleagues

• Proficient computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Proven track record of successful development of arts educational programs on a local and national level 

• Experience in shaping and maintaining national partnerships with cultural institutions, membership organizations and colleges/universities

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s Degree preferred

• Salary commensurate with experience

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