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Studio in a School seeks a Senior Director, Programs (the Senior Director), who leads the overall strategy, operations, and outcomes of Studio’s Internship Programs. The Senior Director reports to the Chief Program Officer and serves as a member of senior leadership. The role leads the internship department, ensuring the sustainability and fiscal responsibility of all related programs. The Senior Director partners with leadership and the program team at-large to conceive and implement new initiatives, while ensuring existing programs continue to thrive.

Equipped with a wide range of experience in the field, the ideal candidate will have an intimate knowledge of education, workforce preparedness, and a deep understanding of professional development needs. They are expected to be experienced in creating and providing high-quality professional development, including curriculum development, coaching, and building partnerships and systems with internal and external partners. In addition, experience working with multi-year grants preferred.

This position is an exempt, full-time, non-union position, and may directly supervise Directors, Managers, Coordinators, and/or other staff as assigned.

About Studio in a School

Studio in a School fosters the creative and intellectual development of young people through quality visual arts programs, directed by professional Artist Instructors, arts and cultural internships, and apprentice-based learning in the arts. The organization also collaborates with and develops the capacity of classroom teachers, school leadership, and others who provide or support arts programming and creative development for young people both in and outside of schools.

About Internship Programs

Studio’s Internship Programs provide internships in arts and culture organizations, as well as apprenticeship-based learning opportunities in partnership with arts and educational communities nationwide. Programs include Teen Apprenticeship Program (high school), Bloomberg Arts Internship (high school), Arts Intern Program (college), and Bloomberg Arts Internship (college). Studio currently works with partners in Boston, Baltimore, Cleveland, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. For more information, please visit: https://studioinaschool.org/programs-internships/

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Learning

Program and Team Management

Grant Writing and Reporting

Other assigned projects, tasks, and supervision as needed.

Desired Skills and Background

Education and Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency in using Microsoft Suites.

Personal Qualities and Habits of Work

• Ability to collaborate within a team environment and interact with diverse staff members and populations.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as needed. Adaptive and thoughtful in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to delegate and prioritize departmental objectives and goals.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities and manage projects simultaneously, oversee and track work details, and respond flexibly to changes.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic-thinking skills, ethical decision-making and sound discretionary judgment.
• Able to complete NYC Department of Education Fingerprint and Background Check Clearance upon employment.

Location

We are currently working on a hybrid schedule. The Senior Director will be asked to work at least 2 days per week in our office at 75 West End Avenue, New York, NY, or in the field, though this schedule may shift and evolve.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/Disability Insurance, Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Commuter Benefits, 403b Retirement Plan, Aflac supplemental benefits, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Salary

The annual salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 - $118,000 based on experience. We welcome an open discussion with interested candidates about the full compensation package.

To Apply

Please click on "Apply" in the job posting. The application deadline is Monday, July 13. Applications will only be accepted with a cover letter. No phone calls, please. Although we appreciate your interest, we will only contact the applicants we are considering for an interview.

If much of this job description describes you, please apply for this role. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet all the qualifications. We recognize this and encourage those with relevant skills and experience to apply.

Studio in a School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to hire staff members who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. All positions at Studio in a School are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, employment status, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.