Director - East St. Louis Center for Performing Arts (AP26-070)

Director - East St. Louis Center for Performing Arts (AP26-070)

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Director - East St. Louis Center for Performing Arts (AP26-070)

Salary

$58,857.00 - $60,417.00 Annually

Location

East St. Louis, IL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

01251

Organization

Univ Services to ESL

Opening Date

04/15/2026

Closing Date

5/4/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

Director - East St. Louis Center for Performing Arts (AP26-070)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Director - East St. Louis Center for Performing Arts (AP26-070) . As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• We are seeking a director that will help grow and expand the Performing Arts Program in visual and performing arts for area youth.
• The program benefits local (Greater Metro East) youth (ages 7-17) by providing a safe, supportive environment for young people to develop confidence and teamwork through education in the performing arts, via afterschool programming during the school year, a 6-week summer camp, and a performance group that participates in community events.
• The director manages the program and supervises the program staff, oversees the budget (in collaboration with an accounting associate), seeks a sustainable funding model (manages grants in collaboration with the Office of Research and Projects, coordinates fundraising efforts in collaboration with the SIUE Foundation, seeks additional funding sources in coordination with the SIUE Foundation), oversees the program's administrative processes, and builds relationships with internal and external community partners.

FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

-Bachelor's degree in Arts Management/Arts Administration, Education, Management, Public Administration, or related field. OR In lieu of degree, demonstrated, related management and administration experience of 5 years or greater will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

-Master's degree in a related field
-Supervisory experience
-Experience as a music, dance or other arts instructor/administrator
-Experience writing and managing grants

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at careerinfo@siue.edu .

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veterans status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email: careerinfo@siue.edu .

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time employees receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURSretirementplan;
• Supplementalretirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generousholiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLifeprograms;
• Employee Assistance Program(mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts(local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

For more about our benefits and employee services, visit: https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits 01 Do you currently possess a Bachelor's Degree in the subject or a related field as specified in the minimum qualifications? If YES,please indicate the area of your degree.

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Employer Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Address 1040 Rendleman Hall

Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026 Website https://www.siue.edu/ Apply

PI283897666