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Position Title: Managing Director

Pay: $48,000 - $52,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Hours:  Full-Time position, beginning on or around January 2, 2022. Standard operating hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm. Hours are variable as determined by the needs of shop projects and organizational needs. Position may require nights, weekends.

Notes:  This is a local position; housing is not provided. PSW is committed to building an inclusive and diverse community.

About Philadelphia Scenic Works

Philadelphia Scenic Works (PSW) is the nation’s first and only nonprofit, fully outfitted theatrical scene shop, paint space and props shop. PSW serves the Philadelphia region’s robust community of non profit theatre companies and other cultural and educational organizations by providing high-quality, affordable scenic and props fabrication, storage, and build space. Our mission is to embrace a more sustainable future through shared pools of recycled, reused, and repurposed stock and resources, while maintaining the highest artistic standards.

Location

Philadelphia Scenic Works space is located at 2855 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134. Additional work will be conducted off site at project/client locations.

PSW is committed to building an inclusive and diverse community; Applicants must be comfortable working with diverse populations. PSW is an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ethnicity, race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 

Vaccination Requirement

To protect the health and safety of all personnel and our customers, PSW is mandating that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to beginning work, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved by PSW.

About The Position

The Managing Director leads the day-to-day business operations of the  shop, as well as the long-term strategic planning of the organization.  The Managing Director reports directly to the Board of Directors. Duties  include:

• Serves as the primary contractor and coordinator of all clients from  initial point of contact through bid, build, and completion in  conjunction with shop foreman .
• Coordinates all aspects of operations including labor, trucks, dumpsters, & materials in conjunction with shop foreman 
• Creates official quotes based on information provided by shop foreman or ATD. 
• Directs Shop Foreman
• Manages shop facility  including emergency response if needed
• Ensures the shop is stocked with materials and equipment is maintained, in conjunction with Shop Foreman
• Directs educational programming and community service projects
• Supervises General Manager and internal institutional operations  including payroll, accounting, IT, standard operating procedures and  external communications including website, e-blasts, client outreach,  social media, donor/finder stewardship
• Works closely with the Board of Directors to set big picture  strategic plans and develop new initiatives, projects, procedures, etc.
• Performs human resource manager duties such as hiring, on boarding, employee evaluations, labor relations, and employee exits.

Required Qualifications 

Candidates should meet all of these qualifications to apply.

• Experience managing theatrical construction projects from start to completion
• Strong leadership and people skills
• Attention to details/logistics, big picture thinking
   

Preferred Qualifications

These are the qualifications we think will contribute to success in  this position, but are not strictly required. Candidates who meet only  some of these qualifications are encouraged to apply. Please highlight  which qualifications you meet in your cover letter. 

• experience working in professional, regional theater
• accounting/finance tracking
• non-profit leadership and management
• project management work experience or professional certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits package offered 
• Paid time off
• Public service student loan forgiveness eligible
• Safety-conscious, employee experience focused employer
• Complimentary tickets to select productions