Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia – Job Opening
 Title:  Executive Director
Organization:  Bay Youth Orchestras of Virginia
Salary:  $15,000 to $18,000 depending on experience
Reports To:  Board President
Classification Type:  Part-time - Average 30 hours per week.
Position Summary:  Oversees Youth Orchestra administration.  Bay Youth has 250 student members in 5 orchestras.  Coordinates with Music Director to ensure sites and equipment are prepared for rehearsal and performance.  Supervises 3 person administrative staff and manages day to operations.
Responsibilities: 

• Meet and plan regularly with Music Director and Board of Directors
• Supervise and coordinate weekly rehearsals and ensure rehearsal space is prepared. 
• Creates master schedule and secures performance and rehearsal sites
• Manage contracts for all employees and independent contractors 
• Prepare monthly reports for the board of directors including financial and membership data
• Prepare State and local grant applications with Operations Manager and Comptroller 
• Look for fundraising and grant opportunities
• Secure performance and recording rights 
• Provide local communication support for all of the program activities through the website, press

        releases, newsletter, etc.

• Maintain database of membership, donors and alumni and utilize in mailings and recruiting
• Purchase supplies and materials as needed. 
• Update website and oversee group mailing
• Respond to emails and correspondence
•  Produce concert programs and season brochures and update student handbook
  
• Required Background and Skills: 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Access
• Supervisory experience in related field, non-profit experience a plus.
• Have access to transportation and valid driver’s license
• Clean criminal background check
• Knowledge of Classical music a plus. 
• Strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent organizational skills with focus on details and follow through to completion.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with students and their families 
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to keep confidential information

Please send a letter of interest, a resume and three references to the email address or street address below.  Deadline for all applications is April 1.

Contact:   
Muriel Evory
P.O. Box 8158
Norfolk, VA 23503
 Email: evory@aol.com