The Sierra 2 Center for the Arts hosts hundreds of theater performances, dance and enrichment classes of all types, weddings, special occasion celebrations and SCNA’s own events, such as Wine Tasting and the Home Tour, throughout the year. The 100-year old building housing Sierra 2 requires ongoing maintenance as well as management of the staff and oversight of activities and classes within the building. In addition, SCNA is a unique neighborhood association with wide-ranging committees, special events and the Viewpoint newspaper distributed to 2,500 households 10 months of the year.

To continue SCNA’s vital work for the Curtis Park neighborhood and for the Sierra 2 Center, the SCNA Board of Directors is looking for a dynamic individual to match the multi-faceted undertakings of our association. Strong leadership and excellent customer service skills are essential. Good management skills and an ability to establish a productive and comfortable working environment are also vital. Of paramount importance is the ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships with the SCNA Board, its committees, SCNA employees and community groups, tenants and clients of the Sierra 2 Center.

The position entails a diverse set of skills, including facilities management, financial management, personnel administration, fundraising, event planning, Board staffing and community liaison. Applications will be accepted through May 25, 2024.

Job Description

Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association

Executive Director Job Description

The Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association (SCNA) is a nonprofit organization with a 501(c) 3 status dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Curtis Park neighborhood and surrounding area of Sacramento. With a nearly $1M annual operating budget, SCNA operates the Sierra 2 Center for the Arts and Community to foster cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities for all members of the greater Sacramento community.

The SCNA Executive Director is responsible for managing the daily operations of SCNA and the Sierra 2 Center, including SCNA’s employees and contractors, its building and grounds, its special events and fundraising, its in-house programs, and all its fiscal operations.

The Executive Director is hired by, reports to and is directly accountable to the SCNA Board of Directors through the SCNA Board President. The Board of Directors is actively engaged in planning and organizing fundraising and community events, and in monitoring Sierra 2 operations. The Executive Director’s direct supervisor is the SCNA Board President.

A traditional on-site work schedule is expected, with allowances made for evening and weekend SCNA duties. As the staff totals 10-15, this is a detail oriented, “hands-on” position requiring understanding of the job duties of downline positions and ability to fill in when necessary. Leadership skills to develop and maintain a cohesive team are essential.

The following duties and responsibilities are to be carried out at the direction of the SCNA Board of Directors and its committees:

Facility Management

• Operate, maintain, rent, and manage the Sierra 2 Center, to keep the building and grounds in good repair and to ensure solvency for the facility.
• Promote and rent the Sierra 2 Center to the general public and arts and education-related nonprofits.
• Annually implement and update the SCNA Facilities Plan for major building renovations.
• Maintain effective customer relations with tenants, renters, and visitors.
• Prepare and execute leases with tenants.
• Conduct an annual survey of tenants to determine tenant satisfaction, needs and services.
• Ensure building security and safety for staff, lessees, renters, and the public.
• Act as liaison to City of Sacramento for requests and/or projects affecting Sierra 2 Center.
• Recommend facility and tenant/renter policies to the Facilities Committee as needed.
• Assist Facilities Committee in developing an annual budget.

Personnel and Payroll

• Hire, fire, evaluate, discipline, train and supervise SCNA staff utilizing policies and procedures as set forth in the Personnel Handbook.
• Directly responsible for maintenance of all personnel records, payroll, health care benefits, and labor law compliance.
• Propose job descriptions including needed skills and abilities, work schedules, salary, and benefit packages for all SCNA employees to the Personnel Committee for annual review and budgeting.

Fundraising

• Prepare grant proposals to secure funding for the Sierra 2 Center, SCNA programs and activities in coordination with the designated SCNA committees.
• Solicit donations and in-kind contributions as appropriate for SCNA approved events, programs, and building projects.
• Assist Board members and volunteers in strategizing fundraising methods and opportunities.
• Liaison with Development Committee to provide staff support for logistical needs of events.

Membership

• Work with the Development Committee to annually propose and implement strategies and programs to promote membership in SCNA.
• Maintain a roster of members; take action to renew memberships prior to expiration.

Promotion and Marketing

• Assist the Development Committee and/or its designated subcommittee to carry out SCNA’s primary special events.
• Actively market Sierra 2 Center rentals for both tenant and activity spaces.
• Assist and support as needed with production of Viewpoint – SCNA’s monthly publication distributed to Curtis Park households – including occasional attendance at Viewpoint Committee meetings.
• Oversee SCNA’s website to ensure accuracy and timeliness of information.

Overall Management and Administration

• Assume all fiscal accountability for the operation of the association and its assets, maintain efficient accounting practices and effective internal controls, prepare budgets and manage operations to meet budget. Due to the small staff size, segregation of duties may require that the Executive Director perform certain routine accounting functions as necessary.
• Report regularly to the SCNA Board on progress toward organizational objectives, financial status, and other issues of concern; propose new policies as appropriate.
• Recommend goals and objectives for the Executive Director and SCNA staff at least annually.
• Prepare all documents and reports required by the City of Sacramento and/or other governmental agencies; monitor lease agreement with the City of Sacramento to ensure compliance with lease terms and any required information or reports.

Support to the Board of Directors

The SCNA Executive Director is directly responsible to the Board, and is expected to:

• Attend all Board, Executive, Finance, Facilities, Development and Personnel Committee meetings, as requested, including those held on evenings and weekends. Attendance at six evening committee meetings per month is typical.
• Work with SCNA committee chairs to document committee activities, report on their ongoing projects, give guidance when needed and coordinate staff and volunteer support as required.
• Be on hand for all SCNA sponsored events.
• Provide the SCNA Board with adequate information to help it reach sound decisions and establish policies.
• Assist in carrying out SCNA Board meetings by working with the SCNA Board President to develop and distribute the monthly Board agenda and its supplemental materials.
• Maintain all official SCNA records, including all personnel and related information. Carry out special projects as assigned by the Board and/or its committees as appropriate.

Education & Training

Desirable Qualifications: Three to five years’ experience in nonprofit and facilities management; three years in a management and leadership position overseeing at least seven employees and the work of contract workers; minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a state accredited college or university, an MBA or similar post graduate degree is desirable.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

The SCNA Board of Directors is looking for a dynamic individual to match the multi-faceted responsibilities of our association and it’s mission. Of paramount importance is the ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships with the SCNA Board, its various committees, SCNA employees and community groups, tenants, and clients of the Sierra 2 Center.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills in the following areas is desired:

• Experience in building management with rental and leased tenants.
• Experience in property management, including renovation and building upkeep.
• Experience in the marketing and promotion of rental property, special events, fundraising, and membership services.
• Experience in service to a nonprofit and a board of directors.
• Experience managing and leading staff with diverse job duties and responsibilities.
• Experience in and ability to establish a productive, responsive, and safe working environment.
• Knowledge of nonprofit accounting practices commensurate with an organization the size of SCNA.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Word, Excel, and other business based electronic documents.
• Knowledge of personnel management, including employment and labor laws and procedures, medical and other paid benefits
• Knowledge of planning, land use, and historic building requirements and resources
• Knowledge of the local arts community and related resources
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent written communication, oral communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent skills and abilities for managing neighborhood scale politics.

Salary will be commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills. The starting salary range is $85,000-$100,000. Medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits are available.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to President@Sierra2.org. no later than May 25, 2024. To learn more about SCNA, visit www.sierra2.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacramento, CA 95818: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person