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Executive Director – UMaine Collins Center for the Arts

The Executive Director manages all aspects of the Collins Center for the Arts (CCA) including programming, development, and engagement with the campus and community. This includes strategic planning and goal setting, developing and managing budgets, and the oversight of day-to-day operations. Typical hiring range for this position is $110,000 to $129,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Typically has the education associated with a master’s degree and at least five years of relevant professional experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a bachelor’s degree at minimum.
  • Demonstrated professional experience in the arts, including experience with programming in the performing arts
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Highly developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills
  • Experience in financial management and budget development
  • Supervisory and leadership experience
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, take initiative, and bring projects to fruition
  • Experience in contract negotiation and booking

Preferred:

  • Experience in campus engagement
  • Experience in fundraising and donor relations
  • Experience in community relations
  • Experience in campus engagement

Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

  1. a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
  2. a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on March 13, 2026.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Sabrina DeTurk.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

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